1997 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Belts Problems
2 owner-reported seat belts complaints from NHTSA data
2
Complaints
1
Crashes
Sep 1999 – Sep 1997
Date Range
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Owner Complaints (2)
mediumSEAT BELTS
Filed: Sep 1999
CONSUMER BUCKLED UP AND DROVE AROUND, THEN PARKED VEHICLE. WHEN SHE TRIED TO BUCKLE UP AGAIN, SHE COULDN'T BECAUSE THE ORANGE BUTTON DID NOT RETURN UP. THIS HAPPENED ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. *AK
NHTSA #: 846682
mediumSEAT BELTS
CrashFiled: Sep 1997
WHILE DRIVING 30MPH VEHICLE WAS INV0LVED IN A COLLISION . THE PASSIVE RESTRAINTS MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING DRIVER TO HIT THE WINDSHIELD EVEN THOUGH THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED. *AK
NHTSA #: 815556
Other 1997 Volkswagen Jetta Issues
Electrical System (24)Visibility (20)Power Train (21)Air Bags (11)Structure (8)Engine And Engine Cooling (14)Tires (6)Suspension (10)Service Brakes, Hydraulic (6)Vehicle Speed Control (4)Latches/locks/linkages (4)Fuel System, Gasoline (7)Steering,suspension,air Bags,service Brakes (4)Wheels (1)Seats (1)Equipment (1)Fuel System, Other,power Train (1)Exterior Lighting (1)