After having problems with the seat belts in the rear seat of our minivan, being that they don't' unlatch at certain times as well as the fact that at times when trying to latch them, they won't latch until much difficulty, I did a search for information on them, and find that these seat belts are dangerous (gen 3) I called the dealer to ask about having them replaced and they said there wasn't anything they could do as they would just be the same (version) put back in. I want the seat belt replaced as I have 5 children and often have them in this vehicle, it is unfortunately not likely that we can afford to have the car replaced at this time, or we certainly would.
1999 Dodge Caravan seat belts problems
22 complaints (4% of all complaints for this car). 6 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 22
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- crashes
- 6
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Front: buckle assembly8
- Rear/other3
- Front: retractor3
- Front: anchorage3
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 1999 Dodge Caravan seat belts
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Seat belts: rear/other
- 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
Seat belts: front: retractor
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: certain van, wagon, pickup trucks, passenger and sport utility vehicles, fail to comply with requirements of fmvss no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." the front seat belt retractor may not comply with the requirements of the standard.
- Risk
- If the retractor does not work properly, it will not adequately protect occupants in the event of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the seat belt retractor. Owner notification began august 20, 2001. 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 01V119000 · Recall details
What 1999 Dodge Caravan owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I own a dodge/chrysler caravan. I have gen3 seatbelts which are unsafe and I believe chrysler should be forced to replace the belts free of charge.
I think that there is sufficient evidence that the generation 3 seat belts are a faulty design. I think they need to be recalled and replaced with generation 4 seat belts before another person is injured or killed. This is very important and affects all 3 of our vehicles. We have children and I am worried that something will happen to them, or me. Daimler chrysler needs to fix this problem or we will think twice about buying anymore chrysler vehicles. They are all that we have bought in the past!
Consumer was upset because all four back seat belts did not work. There were passengers in the rear seats who could not buckle in safely. *ak consumer wanted to withdraw the complaint. Consumer was unaware as to how the system was suppose to work in the caravan. The dealer was contacted who informed the consumer that the seat belts do not lock when puled manually. *ph
Consumer noticed middle row seat belts had snapped after depressing brakes in a sudden stop, causing child to fall out of seat.
The front bench seat belt on the passenger side did not latch properly. The seat belt became unlatched 3 times, while driving with the consumer's child in the car seat, which caused the child to fall out and hit the floor. *ak *cb
Gasoline smell in passenger compartment, tires needed to be replaced, car mileage plummeted. *mr dealer found injector leaking and removed and replaced plemuin and replaced injector. Seat belt installed incorrectly. All tires were under pressure. *tt
Seat belt holding our child safety seat came unlatched. Constant problem with gen3 seat belts in 1999 dodge caravan.
The consumer received a recall for the front seat belt retractor assemblies. The vehicle was inspected and the technician recommended the seat belts be replaced but the parts were not available to repair the vehicle. The technician indicated that the consumer would be notified when the part became available. More than a year past and the consumer still didn't hear from the dealer. *ak
The rear seat belts did not lock.
Questions about the 1999 Dodge Caravan seat belts
Does the 1999 Dodge Caravan have seat belts problems?
Owners have filed 22 complaints about the seat belts of the 1999 Dodge Caravan, 4% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1999 Dodge Caravan seat belts problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Dodge Caravan seat belts?
Yes, 2 recalls: 02V076000, 01V119000. 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).
Other 1999 Dodge Caravan problems
Airbags 119Engine 103Transmission 96Electrical 63Brakes 50Acceleration 33Suspension 33Body 27Steering 27Tires 21Fuel system 20Lights 18Visibility 14Seats 9Locks 8Wheels 2Driver assistance 1
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