Table 1 shows seven common seat belt related problems of the 1996 Ford Explorer. The number one most common problem is related to the front seat belt buckle assembly (33 problems). The second most common problem is related to the seat belt (26 problems).
The contact owns a 1996 Ford Explorer. While the vehicle was parked, the contact tried to fasten his seat belt and it would not lock into place. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for repair. The approximately failure mileage was 195,000. Read details...
While stationary and preparing to safely operate the vehicle, the driver's side seat belt receptacle does not retain the seat belt. It may hold for a brief moment, but then releases the belt rendering the seat belt system ineffective and unsafe. Read details...
Both front seats belts release on their own. Have done so numerous times. I will replace them today. Dt Read details...