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1997 Hyundai Elantra Seat Belts Problems

2 owner-reported seat belts complaints from NHTSA data

2
Complaints
1
Crashes
Jul 1999Aug 2005
Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (2)

criticalSEAT BELTS
Filed: Aug 2005

Both rear seat belts on your 1997 Elantra stopped working about 6-8 months after purchase — the belts won't pull out from the retractor, even though there was no accident or damage. The dealer told you repairs would be at your own expense, and the manufacturer deferred to the dealer's decision. The seat belts remain non-functional. Fixing this will likely require replacing the seat belt retractor assemblies or the entire seat belt mechanisms.

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NHTSA #: 10133784
mediumSEAT BELTS
CrashFiled: Jul 1999

WHILE DRIVING IN RAINY CONDITIONS VEHICLE SLID AND CAUSED A FRONTAL IMPACT WITH A TREE, WHICH DESTROED THE FRONT END. DRIVER'S SEAT BELT FAILED IN CRASH AND DRIVER WAS KILLED. *AK

NHTSA #: 841939

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