Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 2009 Dodge RAM

Table 1 shows one common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2009 Dodge RAM.

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Dodge RAM

Problem Category Number of Problems
Latches/locks/linkage problems
1

Latches/locks/linkage problem

Seatbelt in truck caught the door handle and locked so you cannot pull out more belt to get it off the handle. This also causes the door handle to be partially lifted which automatically unlocks and opens the door while the vehicle is parked or in motion. Even with the door cracked openas far as the belt will allow the belt will not release the handle and allow the door to open more then a few inches. If this was an accident a person could be trapped in the vehicle and not be able to get out without requiring additional equipment to cut the seatbelt or break a window. So far this has not been corrected on my vehicle we will take the truck to the Dodge dealer tomorrow for now no one rides in the passenger seat. I suspect the seatbelt will need to be unbolted from the floor to unhook the belt off the door handle. I do have photos available and the issue can be replicated on the drivers and passengers doors.


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