TRANSLATABLE ASSIST HANDLE FOR A VEHICLE

A translatable assist handle system for a vehicle includes a guide track having a first end, a second end, and an intermediate portion having a guide surface that extends around at least a portion of a vehicle opening between the first end and the second end. A translatable assist handle including a guide element is disposed in the guide track. The translatable assist handle is selectively positionable along the guide track providing an adjustable hand hold aiding a passenger to ingress and egress from the vehicle.