Two problems related to front seat belt buckle assembly have been reported for the 1997 Ford Econoline. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Belt buckle too long & can not lock properly. Buckle stock comes to middle of driver's stomach. This causes shoulder belt to pull lap belt over stomach area & not rest on lap properly.
The outside rear seatbelt buckles in front of the body, causing the belt to rise to the abdomen . Dealer has been notified.
| Front Seat Belt Retractor problems | |
| Front Seat Belt Buckle Assembly problems | |
| Front Seat Belt Webbing problems |