Consumer picked up child seat by the handle and the handle snapped off, causing the baby to fall out of the car seat. *ak consumer went to lock the seat belt and a small plastic piece broke. This was the third seat to break in the same place. Consumer contacted the company, the first two times they wanted to replaced the broken part. After having three of the same parts break, the consumer wonders how effective the seat would be in a accident. (evenflo horizon) *ph
1999 Dodge Caravan: seat belt won't latch or retract
5 of the 552 complaints about the 1999 Dodge Caravan describe seat belt won't latch or retract.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls for this area of the car. See below
Seat belt won't latch or retract by model year
What owners say
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
When I strap my two sons ages 3 months and 2 1/2 years into their carseats everyday, seat belt failed to operate properly.
Brake rotors are warped, and seatbelt retractor will not release.
There exists a recall on the seat belt retractors which is being honored by the dealer, however, the latching receptacle on the passenge side has failed. It does not latch securely and will release of its own volition. The dealer wants to charge for a new latch and while the cost is not exorbitant, I feel this is a safety item and should be factory warranted without limit. If I were the company I would far rather repalce an item such as this as opposed to being subject to a lawsuit for someone injured or killed due to failure.
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
Questions about the 1999 Dodge Caravan seat belt
Is seat belt won't latch or retract a common problem on the 1999 Dodge Caravan?
5 of 552 owner complaints about the 1999 Dodge Caravan (1%) mention seat belt won't latch or retract. The model year with the most reports is 1992.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1999 Dodge Caravan?
There are 2 recalls and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1999 Dodge Caravan
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