Front door latches
Defect Summary
Hyundai-kia has notified nhtsa about a defect in certain model year 2011 sonata vehicles manufactured from december 11, 2009 through february 15, 2010. the front inside door lock switch can remain in the unlatched position.
Safety Consequence
The door may not be in the locked position and may open while the vehicle is in motion, possibly resulting in injury to the driver or passenger.
Corrective Action
Hyundai-kia will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles by replacing latches affected by this recall campaign free of charge. the safety recall began on march 12, 2010. 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 10V070000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 10V070000?
NHTSA recall 10V070000 was issued by Hyundai Motor America on March 2, 2010. It addresses: Front door latches. The recall affects approximately 5,893 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 10V070000 or the manufacturer campaign number 096. 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.