One problem related to front seat belt retractor has been reported for the 1997 Nissan Altima. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The seat and shoulder belts lock up and do not retract all the way back, sometimes leaving slack in the seatbelt. Dealer has not seen.
| Rear Seat Belt problems | |
| Front Seat Belt problems | |
| Seat Belt problems | |
| Front Seat Belt Anchorage problems | |
| Front Seat Belt Retractor problems |