Seat Belt Related Problems of the 1997 Jeep Cherokee

Table 1 shows four common seat belt related problems of the 1997 Jeep Cherokee. The number one most common problem is related to the front seat belt retractor (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the front seat belt buckle assembly (two problems).

Table 1. Seat Belt related problems of Jeep Cherokee


Recently reported Seat Belt problems of the 1997 Jeep Cherokee

The Front Seat Belt Retractor problem

Part #5fm30lazag, seat belt retractor failed to operate during an accident resulting in the passenger hitting the windshield. Dealer indicates this part is on indefinite back order to high demand. Complaint filed with Chrysler on may 30, 2003 (ref 11309586).   Read details...

The Front Seat Belt Buckle Assembly problem

While driving 60 mph and the occupant was in a seatbelt experienced a rollover accident, in which the seatbelt unlatched and the occupant was ejected out of the vehicle.   Read details...

The Front Seat Belt Anchorage problem

While driving an accident occurred, and air bags did not deploy, also the seat belt malfunctioned, there was one injury.   Read details...


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