Front Seat Belt Buckle Assembly Problems of Ford Ranger

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Ranger which was purchased in 2008. She stated that the passenger seat belt would not latch into the latch mechanism. Neither the manufacturer nor dealer were contacted to date. The contact was not aware if there were any recalls on her specific vehicle. The failure and current mileages were under 108,000. Updated 02/1710 updated 02/19/10.

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Drivers seat belt would latch and later pop out of buckle.

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The contact owns a 1996 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that the seat belt on the driver side does not latch. The buckle will not connect to the latch of the seat belt. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not serviced. The current and failure mileages were 118,000.

Driver side seat belt won't stay buckled. Vehicle is out of warranty due to mileage.

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: the contact stated the driver's seat belt buckle became disengaged on a frequent basis. The contact checked for debris and dirt in the buckle and stated there was none. The service dealer determined the contact would need to buy a new seat belt, which were not available for purchase. The consumer stated the pressure spring assemblt becomes weak over a period of time. Updated 12/28/06.

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: the contact stated the front seat belt would not latch. A NHTSA recall, # 01v227001 was performed on the vehicle concerning, the seat belts: front: buckle assembly however, the recall did not remedy the problem. The dealership would not offer a second repair under the recall. Updated 10/25/2006 -.

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I have a 96 Ford Ranger. Seat belt will not stay fastened, will come loose while driving down the road.

As I was driving on the interstate going about 60 mph, my seat belt (driver's side) came unbuckled. As I attempted to buckle it again, I was unable to get it to stay buckled. I contacted the local car dealer who asked me to bring the vehicle in for them to inspect. Upon inspection by the dealer where I bought the truck, I was informed of the need to have the seat belt connector unit replaced. This was done the next day, and I have retained the replaced part.

When I put my driverside seat belt into the buckle it will not latch. I went to classic Ford at 7799 mentor Ave, mentor, OH and they said it was out of warrenty and Ford would not cover it. They wanted to charge me to replace it. Approx. $100. I currently use the female end of the middle passenger seat belt.

The contact owns a 2000 Ford Ranger. While the contact's daughter was trying to fasten the passenger side front seat belt it would not latch. The contact inspected the latch , and there did not appear to be anything lodged in the latch to cause it not to lock. The contact stated that there seemed to be plastic part of the seat belt that broke off. The vehicle has not been inspected by a dealership yet, because when the consumer contacted the dealership they stated that it would cost approximately $100 to replace the seat belt. The manufacturer stated that there was a five year, 50,000 mile warranty on the seat belts, and there was nothing they could do to replace the seat belt without the consumer covering the cost. Updated 11/29/2005- a local gas station was able to repair the seat belt for under $60. The consumer still has the broken belt in his possession.

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Contact states driver's side seat belt will not latch. This component is not covered under the warranty. The service dealer stated the buckle assembly needed to be replaced.

On my 1996 Ford Ranger pickup truck the driver side seat belt buckle has failed. The seat belt latch inserts into the buckle, but does not catch. I am currently using the center seat buckle for the driver side seat belt until I get it repaired.

2001 Ford Ranger seat belt defective and Ford refuses to replace the seat belt latch!!! please assist me!.

I have a 1996 Ford Ranger and the reason I am writing is that the seat belt buckle will not stay buckle or secure. I fasten the seat belt and a minute later it comes unbuckle.

: the contact stated the passenger side seat belt releases from the buckle without warning. Additionally, the tailgate cable on the driver's side broke while attempting to open the tailgate. The vehicle has not been inspected by the dealer; however the manufacturer was alerted.

Consumer had the same problem as mentioned in NHTSA recall 01v227001. Passenger and sport utility vehicles, pickup trucks, and minivans. Equipped with seat belts supplied by trw. . Read more...

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that the seat belts have failed on multiple occasions. Within ten minutes of use, the seat belts loosen and fail to remain fastened. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they were able to duplicate the failure, but could not figure out how to perform the repair. As time progressed, the failure became more frequent. The contact returned to the dealer and they informed him that the seat belts needed to be completely replaced. He discovered NHTSA recall number 01v227001 (seat belts:front:buckle assembly), but the dealer informed him that the recall was repaired when the original owner had the vehicle. The contact feels that this is a safety issue and that he should not have to pay to have the seat belts replaced. The current mileage was 98,000 and failure mileage was 50,000.

Passenger side seat belt disconnected while driving. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic replaced the seat belt assembly.

While driving, the front passenger seat belt unlocked from the belt buckle without warning. The cause had not been determined. The vehicle was taken to the dealership, however they were unable to resolve the problem. Recall#01v227001. Rq04011. Previous owner had taken veh in for recall work and replaced dsb only. Now psb failed. Owner gave perm. To release info.

Consumer states that driver's front safety belt latch plate does not lock into the buckle when attempting to secure. Consumer does not have the protection of safety belt when driving.

Driver side seat belt released without warning, would not reconnect. Purchased a new one and installed it myself. Notified Ford motor CO. , no response.

While driving at any speed seat belts will come undone. Also seat belt retractor will intermittently not retract. Vehicle had this problem 20 times since purchase of vehicle.

Latch on driver side seat belt does not unlock. Contacted dealer, and dealer is not willing to do anything.

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that the driver and passenger side seat belts would unlatch intermittently. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was included in NHTSA campaign id number 01v227001 (seat belts:front:buckle assembly). However, the contact would be responsible for the repair because the recall was closed. The failure mileage was 100 and current mileage was 147,170.

Passenger-side seat belt becomes un-buckled at random times. The buckle initially engages and seems to perform correctly, but at any moment it may disengage from the latch. I reported this problem to five star Ford on 7/24/01. They "tested" the belt latch and reported it was ok. Their "test" is defective. The belt continues to become unlatched at random times. I returned to five star Ford on 8/21/01 and complained lots and demanded a replacement latch. They informed me of the recall, and told me they are ordering a replacement. I can't believe they didn't replace the latch when I first reported the problem in July! their "test" does not detect the random-behavior failures that occur with this seat belt. This should be a total recall and replacement, whether their "test" dictates it or not! it is over 2 weeks later, and still no replacement part for me, and seat belt is still unbuckling. Rq04011. Owner gives perm. To release info.

01 v 227 001/trw seat belt buckles: driver's seat belt failure before a month after receiving a recall notice. Dealer, world Fords, timber pine, FL; phone# 954/443-7000 was unable to make repairs because of no parts available, and still unavilable. Asking NHTSA to assist in this matter. Feel free to provide any further information.

Buckle on driver's side seatbelt will not fasten due to something breaking inside of buckle. Dealer has to order part. Part is on back order and passenger's buckle was moved to the driver's side so consumer could drive safely.

Consumer received a recall notice on the passanger side seat belt. Dealer contacted twice, left the truck for several days. It was not repaired because the part was not available.

Driver's seat belt buckle does not lock into latch mechanism. Please give any further details.

Driver 's seat belt does not latch into locking mechanism.

When going over bumps seat belts unlock, leaving occupants unrestrained. Dealer has been notified. Please provide further information.

Received recall notice about defective trw seat belt buckles. I am not going to wait until my child or I am injured or killed. Ford denies any knowledge of this, but a NHTSA person told me Ford initiated the recall based on customer complaints. This run around is ridiculous.

Consumer called complaining about having seat belt problems. Manufacturer and dealer were contacted, and stated that vehicle did not have any warranty, and they could not do anything about it. Also, seat belts on the middle seat would not not buckle.