Seat Belt Related Problems of the 1999 Volkswagen Passat

Table 1 shows two common seat belt related problems of the 1999 Volkswagen Passat. The number one most common problem is related to the seat belt (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the front seat belt retractor (two problems).

Table 1. Seat Belt related problems of Volkswagen Passat

Problem Category Number of Problems
Seat Belt problems
2
Front Seat Belt Retractor problems
2

Recently reported Seat Belt problems of the 1999 Volkswagen Passat

The Seat Belt problem

Just as I parked, the explosive seatbelt retractor for the rear passenger seat activated. There was a loud pop from the charge and the plastic seatbelt alignment clip flew off, and smoke came out from around the seatbelt.   Read details...

The Front Seat Belt Retractor problem

Seat belt height adjuster fails to move or suddenly releases during vehicle operation.   Read details...


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