Piper no longer produces the trim handle, and an estimated 10% of 31,000 Pipers on the registry which utilize their handles. The OEM handles are a very weak link in the entire door assembly. Everything downstream of the handle is pretty secure. Therefore, they have improved the handle and are STC'd and PMA'd for certified aircraft.

Eligibility:
PA 28: All models with automotive style
cabin and overhead trim handles.
Other Eligibility:

PA-24: Door handle:
24-180, s/n 24-1 to 24-3284
24-250, s/n 24-1 to 24843
PA-24: Trim handle: All with overhead trim

PA-32: Door handle: Cabin and Aft door:
PA-32-260 s/n: 32-1 to 32-1110;
PA-32-300 s/n: 32-40000 to 32-40565