NHTSA recall 10V070000
Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
Hyundai Sonata
Reported Mar 2, 20105,893 vehicles affectedHyundai Motor CompanyMaker’s number 096Built Dec 11, 2009 – Feb 15, 2010
The defect
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.
The risk
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.
The remedy
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.