As reported to the FAA. Reports are unverified, and codes are left as the FAA publishes them.
What was found
DURING A GROUND INSPECTION IN ATL, THE ATTACH ROD CONNECTED TO THE BOTTOM STEP ON THE PASSENGER DOOR WAS FOUND BROKEN OFF. MAINTENANCE REMOVED AND REPLACED THE BOTTOM STEP ON THE PASSENGER DOOR. OPS CHECK GOOD. AIRCRAFT OK FOR SERVICE. (M)