Hyundai is recalling about 91,000 Sonata sedans from model years 2002 and 2003 equipped with chrome door handles to correct a safety defect.
In a defect notice filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the automaker explains, "Repeated use of the interior door handle may cause wear of the chrome plate ... 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. This may inflict laceration injuries to anyone using the door handle."
Hyundai dealers will repair the handles free of charge. Sonata owners should receive a mailing announcing the recall in June, but those who wish to make early repair arrangements may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
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