Seat Belt Related Problems of the 1998 Chevrolet Malibu

Table 1 shows seven common seat belt related problems of the 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. The number one most common problem is related to the front seat belt anchorage (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the front seat belt buckle assembly (two problems).


Recently reported Seat Belt problems of the 1998 Chevrolet Malibu

The Front Seat Belt Anchorage problem

Passenger's seat belt is jammed within retracting mechanism and will not release, causing seat belt to become inoperable. The seat belt became inoperable at low milage and the consumer wants reimbursment of cost of repair.   Read details...

The Front Seat Belt Buckle Assembly problem

Plastic locking mechanism on seat belt latch plate split.   Read details...

The Front Seat Belt Retractor problem

The rear seat belts fails to retract. The brake pads were replaced after purchasing vehicle in June, due to being worn out. The front left tire needs replacment due to the threads coming off.   Read details...


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