Front Seat Belt Buckle Assembly problems of the 1998 Ford Explorer

Five problems related to front seat belt buckle assembly have been reported for the 1998 Ford Explorer. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Front Seat Belt Buckle Assembly problem

Failure Date: 04/01/2001

Left rear seat belt won't stay hooked in it's buckle in the seat. Can't place anyone in that seat for fear of accident.

2 Front Seat Belt Buckle Assembly problem

Failure Date: 01/29/2001

All of seat belt buckle assemblies failed to lock and hold restraints in place. Please provide any additional information/attachments.

3 Front Seat Belt Buckle Assembly problem

Failure Date: 03/26/1999

Passenger front safety belt locking up and tightening. Passenger must remove belt and wait for mechanism to return to normal. Belt locks up 85% of time even after disengaging and rebuckling. Dealer notified - still under warranty for repair. Repair arrangements have been made.

4 Front Seat Belt Buckle Assembly problem

Failure Date: 09/21/1998

Passenger's shoulder and lap belt got locked up into the housing and will not come out. Ford cannot repair because parts are on national recall.

5 Front Seat Belt Buckle Assembly problem

Consumer was complaining about seat belt problem on driver's side. When belt was latched into the buckle, it didn't hold.


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