| Issue ID | 1383191 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10993807 |
| Manufacurer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Brand | HYUNDAI |
| Model | SONATA |
| Model Year | 2010 |
| File date | 10/05/17 |
| Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Door handle broke off. The left rear door handle broke off. Car was in driveway, under normal use. This is my 5th or 6th one. Out of warranty - hyundai will not cover. Denies there is an issue, despite so many cases file. Costs $175 + paint to have fixed. There is clearly a defect in the design, and these door handles on sonata and many other models and years should be fixed and recalled. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 130000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | SUDBURY, MA |
| VIN pattern | 5NPET4ACXAHXXXXXX |
| 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 |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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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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| Vehicle speed | 0 |
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