The motorized seatbelts in the passenger and driver seats stopped working. The passenger seatbelt motor started smoking and we had to shut down the motor by taking off the panel and unplugging the fuse.
1993 Mercury Villager seat belts problems
27 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car). 2 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 27
- of this car's complaints
- 7%
- crashes
- 2
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Front: retractor6
- Front: anchorage3
- Front3
- Front: buckle assembly2
- Rear/other1
- Front: webbing1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Mercury Villager seat belts problems in other years
Related recalls
Seat belts
- What is wrong
- One or both of the bolts securing the automatic seat belt restraint system tracks to the b-pillars were not adequately tightened.
- Risk
- This condition can result in the automatic seat beltsystem track joints having less than design strength, and increase the risk ofinjury to the seat occupant in the event of a collision or sudden stop.
- Remedy
- Dealers will tighten the passive restraint system track mounting bolts.
Recall number 92V133002 · Recall details
What 1993 Mercury Villager owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
1993 ford mercury villager v6 3.0l sohc having seat belt guide rail problems function is irradic and noisey. Spoke with mercury customer service dept and after providing them with the recall number (92v133002) which is provided by the federal safety agency. They expln that this is not a recall number and there is no recall for this vehicle. I spoke with monique and her supervisor akalya.
I am the owner of a '93 mercury villager. I have had to have several of my head bolts replaced due to broken bolts causing my head gasket to leak and cause my engine to overheat. I am not the only person with this particular problem, there are many of us seeking an explanation. For more information you can visit cartrackers.com and you will find many upset owners of both nissan quest and mercury villagers (same motors) with same problem.
Consumer was involved in an accident where the seat belts failed to release. It was not until after the accident that consumer learned of the seat belt recall.
While driving 30mph noticed that seatbelt bolt dropped through and ended up on tire.
Consumer is concerned about seatbelts that will not hold. Dealership is aware of problem.
Lap belt buckle can only extend to about the top of the lap. Would not extend to full length for making contact with the locking mechanism (this is a motorized safety belt system, which the motorized shoulder belt works ok.
Both front driver's and passenger's automatic seatbelts motor has burned out, and were totally inoperative, causing loss of protection. *ak
1. Fuel filler hose. When filling up the fuel tank to a full condition, fuel is seen to leak from the area above the leaf spring assembly on the left side of the vehicle. Once the level of gasoline in the fuel tank appears to drop to a certain level, the odor of gasoline is still present, especially on hot days. If tank is not filled to capacity, the leak is not present but the odor is. 2. Motorized shoulder seat belt. The motorized seat belt assembly on both front seats make a loud noise and rattle when in motion. It appears that the mechanism is loose when it travels back and forth on the door track.
Both front automatic seat belts don't retract all the way. It makes a very loud noise when opening the door, retracting to the other end. Driver's side has been repaired twice. This is the first time for passenger's side.manufacturer is not offering to do anything because the 5 year warranty has ended.
Questions about the 1993 Mercury Villager seat belts
Does the 1993 Mercury Villager have seat belts problems?
Owners have filed 27 complaints about the seat belts of the 1993 Mercury Villager, 7% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1993 Mercury Villager seat belts problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1993 Mercury Villager seat belts?
Yes, 1 recall: 92V133002. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Mercury Villager have the most seat belts problems?
The Mercury Villager model years with the most seat belts complaints are 1995 (42 complaints), 1993 (27 complaints) and 1994 (12 complaints).
Other 1993 Mercury Villager problems
Engine 142Visibility 61Electrical 34Brakes 31Fuel system 30Transmission 28Body 24Lights 18Steering 9Locks 8Acceleration 6Seats 5Tires 5Airbags 4Suspension 2
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