| Issue ID | 1382716 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10993386 |
| Manufacurer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Brand | HYUNDAI |
| Model | SONATA |
| Model Year | 2010 |
| File date | 06/06/17 |
| Component | STRUCTURE:BODY |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Exterior door handles are breaking off when used to enter the vehicle. Vehicle was stationary in my driveway. Thus far, the drivers side rear and the passenger side front handles have broken off. Vehicle mileage was in the 75k to 78k mile range. I am reading that this is a very common problem on this vehicle and that it is an expensive repair (estimated $200). I believe that this is a safety problem as entry to the vehicle in an emergency is compromised. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 75000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | CUMBERLAND, RI |
| VIN pattern | 5NPET4AC7AHXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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