1989 Dodge Colt seat belts problems
25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the seat belts on the 1989 Dodge Colt — 76% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Consumer was driving about 45 mph and was involved in an accident, and the seat belts on the driver's side did not catch. The shoulder belt went forward with owner and the lap belt broke. Manufacturer was contacted. *ak”
filed Jul 14, 1997
“The automatic seat belt on the driver's side is stuck in the retractor in closed position. The problem has not been corrected. *ak”
filed May 27, 1997
“The driver's side automatic seat belt system has locked up and won't move. It is not in the latched position. *ak”
filed Oct 18, 2000
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Seat Belts problems in other Colt years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 Colt | 95 | 89% |
| 1988 Colt | 21 | 84% |
| 1987 Colt | 17 | 61% |
| 1986 Colt | 21 | 95% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1989 Dodge Colt
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.