1986 Jeep Cherokee seat belts problems
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the seat belts on the 1986 Jeep Cherokee — 48% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“In cold weather front driver's seat belt fell apart. Dealer has repaired seat belt twice, but problem has returned. *ak consumer examined pieces in question and found that they contained plastic parts and is questioning how plastic could be strong in the event of an accident. *slc”
filed Feb 13, 2001
“Passenger's seat belt cover broke off while it was being used. Rear passenger seat belt also broke off while trying to latch it. Contacted dealer & was informed buckle was repairable. *ak”
filed Feb 1, 2001
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Seat Belts problems in other Cherokee years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Cherokee | 2 | 1% |
| 2019 Cherokee | 6 | 0% |
| 2018 Cherokee | 3 | 0% |
| 2017 Cherokee | 6 | 0% |
| 2016 Cherokee | 3 | 0% |
| 2015 Cherokee | 4 | 0% |
| 2014 Cherokee | 6 | 0% |
| 2001 Cherokee | 8 | 3% |
| 2000 Cherokee | 4 | 1% |
| 1999 Cherokee | 17 | 5% |
| 1998 Cherokee | 17 | 4% |
| 1997 Cherokee | 6 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1986 Jeep Cherokee
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.