1997 Dodge Caravan seat belts problems

22 complaints (3% of all complaints for this car). 1 crash reported.

owner complaints: 22
of this car's complaints: 3%
crashes: 1
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Front: anchorage
8
Integrated child seat
3
Front: retractor
3
Rear/other
2
Front: buckle assembly
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Dodge Caravan seat belts problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1997 Dodge Caravan seat belts

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Seat belt 5

Related recalls

Seat belts: rear/otherReported March 8, 2002 · 545,311 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain minivans, some trim material can loosen and drop into the rear outboard seat belt assembly, causing the seat belt to become inoperative.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the trim with foam blockers and inspect and replace all 3rd row seat belt assemblies. Owner notification began june 3, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 02V076000 · Recall details

Related investigations

Rear seat belt malfunctionOpened January 16, 2002, closed March 11, 2002

This investigation was opened january 16, 2002, based on seven reports alleging the third row seat belt retractors failed on certain 1997 and 1998 model year caravan and voyager vehicles.the reports indicated a tar like substance entered the retractor mechanism, thus causing the retractor to jam or bind.in this condition the seat belt is rendered inoperable, as the webbing cannot retract or be withdrawn from the retractors for use.recall scope:the affected vehicles are 1997 through 1999 dodge caravan, plymouth voyager, and chrysler town & contry built on a short wheel base chassis.the inclusive dates of production are june 1996 through october 31, 1999.recall remedy: daimlerchrysler dealers will replace the mastic sound barrier patches with foam blockers, as well as, inspect and replace all third row rear seat belt assemblies contaminated by the mastic patch.

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Integrated child seat belt lockupOpened September 18, 1996, closed February 4, 1997

Odi continues to receive complaints alleging latching/retractor mechanism problems.chrysler's assessment of the problem indicates that owners of the vehicles are not adhering to the cleaning requirements for the seat.the seat appears to malfunction if crumbs of food or beverage residue accumulates on the latching tongue in thewell located between the child's legs.odi has 19 complaints of retract lockup.seven of these complaints report cutting the straps to remove the child.two of the seven consumers allege the child was choking.chrysler reports 60 owner/field reports which indicated 19 harnesses were cut to remove the children.additional information is needed to fully assess the safety consequence of the alleged defect and to evaluate the chrysler corporation's rational for not conducting a safety recall campaign.

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What 1997 Dodge Caravan owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 29, 2005 · Seat belts · 78,000 miles · UT

Built in car seat stopped latching with no warning.

Filed Mar 20, 2005 · Seat belts · MI

I own a 1997 dodge caravan, I have two children the seat belt came unlatched several times. Twice my 8 years old daughter leaned to the side and her elbo hit the release button it unlathed, my other daughter is 5 few times we noticed her booster seat is unlached for no reason. Need help to solve this problem .

Filed Feb 4, 2004 · Acceleration, Engine · MI

We bought this van one year ago and so far we had to replace both oxygen sensor, speed sensor, head gasket, water pump, the transmission is slipping, doors lock and unlock whenever they want not just the 16 MPH thing, ball joints are clunking, the cd player quit and then soon after fm radio only am works.

Filed Mar 4, 2003 · Seat belts · KY

The driver side seat belt did not release.

Filed Feb 19, 2003 · Seat belts · WA

The passenger side integrated child seat belt locked in position with the infant buckled in and the seat belt around the childs neck. *jb

Filed Sep 30, 2002 · Seat belts · NY

Consumer states that the front seat belts buckles will not latch properly causing the consumer not to have a seat belt on while driving. Dealer notified. Nlm

Filed Aug 16, 2002 · Seat belts · TX

On at least 4 occasions I've been driving with my children in the back seat (ok front bench of minivan) and on sharp turns or abrupt braking the seatbelts have just popped undone. Both the one that holds my 18 month old son's car seat and the one that my 4 1/2 y/o daughter uses with her booster. Up to now it's been a matter of incovenience or minor bumps, but I'm scared it could happen at a more crucial moment and they could be seriously injured. Both seatbelts on the front bench are shoulder harness types.

Filed Jul 2, 2002 · Seat belts · SC

Front passenger seat belt will no longer retract. Vehicle has not yet been examined by dealer.*ak consumer thought it wasn't restraining tight enough. Consumer had it checked and they seem to think it's working properly.

Filed Jul 1, 2002 · Seat belts · NY

Consumer received recall 02v076000 notification regarding seat belt failure. Dealer was notified, consumer set an appointment to have services rendered. While taking vehicle to dealer, mechanic stated parts were no longer available consumer had to reset appointment.

Filed Jun 10, 2002 · Seat belts · CA

Consumer states rear-seat shoulder-harness seat belts (both left and right) are jammed. Enabling passenger to extend the seat belts out from the opening in the over the should interior roof trim. Dealer found adhesive / insulation from the headlinder had melted onto the seatbelts. *tt updated

Questions about the 1997 Dodge Caravan seat belts

Does the 1997 Dodge Caravan have seat belts problems?

Owners have filed 22 complaints about the seat belts of the 1997 Dodge Caravan, 3% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1997 Dodge Caravan seat belts problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1997 Dodge Caravan seat belts?

Yes, 1 recall: 02V076000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Dodge Caravan have the most seat belts problems?

The Dodge Caravan model years with the most seat belts complaints are 1992 (176 complaints), 1993 (113 complaints) and 1991 (89 complaints).