2002 Kia Spectra Seat belts Problems

“The front passenger seat belt female fastener and assembly was found to be no longer secured to seat or car on further investigation it was found that the 1 bolt that holds the bracket to the vehicle had come fully out allowing the bracket to be pulled out.”

“We have now had a second failure of the passenger side seat belt. It now lacks a retract, as well as a locking mechanism and is completely useless. Now also, two months out of warranty.”

“While driving 30 to 40 MPH vehicle was in involved in a crash, and air bags failed to deploy. Seat belt over the left shoulder released and failed to hold up as well. Consumer suffered large laceration across left eye.”

“Seatbelts not long enough ! Standard size person just does fit. Person 6ft a little heavy can't buckle the belt. Asked dealer to see if we could get extensions for the belts or new longer belts put in. We keep getting told no. We would like to have new belts made with hardware for this model car only longer. Was told that this car was not tested for longer belts. We don't understand what the length would make? Belts mount under rear shelf would have plenty of room to install. We are even offering to pay for belts. But we feel that the length of the belts need to be looked into. Thank you!”

“The contact owns a 2002 Kia Spectra. While driving approximately 5 to 10 MPH the middle seat belt broke. The child safety seat was secured in that seat belt when it broke. The child was not injured. The dealer stated that the repair would not be covered under the warranty. The labor rate is $70 and the cost to repair it is $85. As of march 24, 2008, the dealer had not repaired the seatbelt. The contact is aware of the safety risk involved since her child can reach the door handle. The engine size was unavailable. The VIN appeared to be invalid. The failure and current mileages were 89,300. …”