I've got a 2003 Sonata LX will very low miles that I bought new.
Recently I noticed that the chrome plating on the interior front door
handles (both!) is starting to bubble and peel off. I happened to
notice when a small sliver of plating lodged itself in the index finger
of my left hand. Ouch!

I was considering maybe applying some clear fingernail polish to the
edges of the plating but I don't think that will work.

Short of pulling both front doors apart and replacing the interior
mechanisms has anyone got any ideas how to deal with this?

I suppose I could wear gloves while opening the door but I don't think
that'll fly with the wife......

pap

 

I've had to have all four replaced under warranty. All at different times.
After the third one, I asked them to replace the fourth one to save me the
trip when it went bad, they refused. six months later I was back to replace
it. get in in the shop quick before the warranty expires.

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"pappy" <old@the.home> wrote in message
news:081120071203558288%old@the.home...
> I've got a 2003 Sonata LX will very low miles that I bought new.
> Recently I noticed that the chrome plating on the interior front door
> handles (both!) is starting to bubble and peel off. I happened to
> notice when a small sliver of plating lodged itself in the index finger
> of my left hand. Ouch!
>
> I was considering maybe applying some clear fingernail polish to the
> edges of the plating but I don't think that will work.
>
> Short of pulling both front doors apart and replacing the interior
> mechanisms has anyone got any ideas how to deal with this?
>
> I suppose I could wear gloves while opening the door but I don't think
> that'll fly with the wife......
>
> pap

 

This is a common problem. If still within the 5/60 warranty period. Take
it in for warranty repair. This is actually quite dangerous. I've cut my
finger on them.

If it's not under warranty, you can purchase replacement handles from the
dealer; they're relatively inexpensive. If you've got a fair amount of
paitence, you can replace them without pulling the door panel. The rear
mounting screw is a little difficult to get in/out.

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