Table 1 shows two common seat belt related problems of the 2002 Lexus RX300.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Rear Seat Belt Buckle problems | |
| Front Seat Belt Retractor problems |
: the contact stated while driving 35 mph, the right rear seat belt buckle failed to remain latched. When the belt was rebuckled, the buckle disengaged after 5 minutes. The service dealer was notified, but the manufacturer was not.
The consumer was involved in a rear end collision of 25 mph, and the air bags failed to deploy. The upper harness of the seat belt failed to hold the consumer in place. The consumers chest hit up against the steering wheel. The consumer was transported to the local hospital by ambulance. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified at this time.