Front Seat Belt Problems of Chevrolet Malibu

2010 Chevrolet Malibu. Attorney representing consumers writes in regards to vehicle front passenger air bag and seat belt malfunction. The consumer was rear ended, which in turn caused him to rear end the vehicle in front of him. As a result of the impact, the consumers wife sustained a very serious closed head injury when her head struck the windshield, despite the fact she was a wearing her seat belt and the vehicle was equipped with frontal air bags that did not deploy. At the time of the accident, the consumer was stopped and despite the fact, he was approximately 1/2 to one car length behind the other vehicle. The front of the consumers vehicle struck the rear of the other vehicle moving it after impact. The vehicle was declared a total loss.

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The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the front passenger side seat belt does not accommodate an adult. There is a stitching on the seat belt that becomes stuck in the retractor. The dealer replaced the seat belt, however, the failure still persists. The manufacturer offered to install a seat belt extender. The powertrain was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 2,000. The consumer provided a repair invoice and the bill of sale for the vehicle. Updated 08/13/07.

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I own a 2001 chevy Malibu VIN 1g1ne52j516159xxx. I always drive with my seat belt on. I've noticed that frequently the seat belt completely locks up so tightly against my chest that I am unable to lean forward in my seat. This has caused me some near accidents since I was unable to easily turn around and look behind me as I am merging onto highways. At times, I was forced to unlatch the seat belt while driving because it becomes so tight across my chest and shoulder. This happens during acceleration, deceleration, normal driving, at any time, so I never know when this is going to lock up. Please advise if there is any similar complaint/concern from another owner. I am going to put today's date in the incident date since this occurs without warning and has occurred numerous times already. I am not really at all pleased with this car's performance. My last car was a chevy lumina and it was an excellent car. I am so sorry I traded it in against this piece of crap I have now. The Malibu is horrendous in rain/and snow as it skids at the slightest hint of moisture.

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: the contact stated while driving 75 mph, an emergency braking situation arose, and the front seat belts came unlatched due to the forward momentum of the occupants. There were no warning signals prior to the incident. The vehicle was taken to a private repair shop, where the mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the problem.

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The plastic locking latchplate on both the front driver and front passanger seat have broken. The dealer fixed the first problem because it was still under warranty, but now that the driver's side has broken and it is out of warranty, it will cost over $100 to fix it. The vehicle has not been in a crash.

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Driver's side seat belt is cracking. Plastic part cracked in 2 parts where the belts is pulled & locked. Conusmer is afraid that it will eventually affect the seatbelt. Will be contacting the dealer for repairs.

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