NHTSA Complaint #11579005 — 1998 DODGE RAM 1500

SEAT BELTS issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11579005
Vehicle	1998 DODGE RAM 1500
Component	SEAT BELTS
Date of Incident	March 22, 2024
Date Filed	March 22, 2024
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	FL

Consumer Description

The seatbelt timer module is failing, resulting in the seatbelts staying locked even when fully retracted. This means sometimes I as the driver as well as my front seat passenger cannot buckle up and drive the vehicle safely. I have not reproduced or confirmed this issue with a dealership or independent service center. The component has not been inspected by the manufacturer, police, or insurance agency. A red seatbelt warning light will appear when the seatbelts lock up and goes away when it unlocks.

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