Interior door handle laceration /gold industries
Defect Summary
Hyundai is recalling 91,350 my 2002-2003 hyundai sonata vehicles. repeated use of the interior door handle may cause wear of the chrome plate. if the top edge of the handle has very thin chrome plating, that portion of the plating may wear away more easily than more thickly plated areas as the door handle is used. the worn chrome plating on the upper edge of the handle may result in a crack or separation between the chrome plating on the inboard and outboard surfaces of the handle, which may form a sharp edge.
Safety Consequence
This may inflict laceration injuries to anyone using the door handle.
Corrective Action
Dealers will repair the chrome plated interior door handle free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during june 2009. owners may contact hyundai customer assistance center at 1-800-633-5151.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Hyundai Motor America or involving Latches/locks/linkages.
FAQ: Recall 09V171000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 09V171000?
NHTSA recall 09V171000 was issued by Hyundai Motor America on May 21, 2009. It addresses: Interior door handle laceration /gold industries. The recall affects approximately 91,350 vehicles, with the defect involving the Latches/locks/linkages component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Hyundai Motor America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09V171000 or the manufacturer campaign number 093. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.