Dodgy door handle

[dbuzz]

My drivers-side external door handle has just broken -- it lifts up but does not open the door. Is this a common problem? Any tips or advice on how to fix it?

DB

[gungazza]

my mother in law just broke the L/H side lol

[njnathan]

Common problem, well known for breaking at the hinge point. the replacement part from Holden is revised to remove fault area.
The only problem is that you have to paint the new handle, I did all 4 at once so that the paint and clear matched on all handles.
You always get nail marks and fine scratches under handles, so a new one with fresh paint will make the others look very poor

[dbuzz]

Thanks gents!