Front Seat Belt Retractor problems of the 1997 Jeep Cherokee

Two problems related to front seat belt retractor have been reported for the 1997 Jeep Cherokee. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Front Seat Belt Retractor problem

Failure Date: 04/17/2003

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). Until today, Chrysler has provided no service or explanation of failure.

2 Front Seat Belt Retractor problem

Consumer was hit from the rear at 75 mph in which the vehicle became airborne the driver's or passenger's air bags did not deploy, nor did the seat belts retract, causing the occupants serious injuries. Please give any further details.


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