1990 Ford Probe Seat belts Problems

“Power shoulder restraint has jammed on driver side and will not retract to secure the driver. I found a Ford safety recall # 96v-172 to inspect or repair this safety problem. I printed a copy and handed it to the local Ford dealer who said there were no safety recalls found on my son's Ford Probe's VIN number. My son purchased the car used in febuary 2003. The problem started in may 2003. I am concerned that if my son in a accident that he will not be properly protected. I want to file a formal complaint agienst the Ford moter co. And phil long Ford of colorado springs, colorado. …”

“Recall 96v172001, while parking/driving, passenger side passive restraint seat belt will not retract back into locking position creating a real safety hazard for the passenger. The dealership (doherty Ford, forest grove, or) was notified, but refused to address this safety issue because, allegedly, the VIN of the subject vehicle was not included in the recall.”

“Driver's side seat restraint (sholder harness) doesn't function. 1990 Ford Probe lx. Was issue of a recall in 1996. Subject restraint has failed three times since purchase of car. First repair was under vehicle warranty. Second repair took place prior to recal and was paid for by owner. Third failure has occured withing the last year and local dealer does not take responsibility.”

“Recall 96v172001, while parking or driving, the seat belt would not retract back into the locking position. The part had been previously repaired. The driver's side seat belt shoulder restraint would be compromised when the failure occurred.”

“The vehicles automatic seat belt track failed. Dealer notified. The driver side seat belt was replaced. On another occasion the passenger side failed. The dealer would not replace. Scc”