| Issue ID | 802617 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10343726 |
| Manufacurer | TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION |
| Brand | TOYOTA |
| Model | SIENNA |
| Model Year | 2005 |
| File date | 05/07/07 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | The front passenger side seat belt in our 2005 toyota mini van frequently jams, because it creases both when it is deployed and retracted. It is very difficult to unfold the crease. As a result, the passenger cannot use the seatbelt until a person with very strong fingers helps correct the problem. We have taken the van to our local chrysler dealer who informs us that the seatbelt recall was for back seat belts only and that our only option is to replace the malfunctioning belt. The belt itself is over $200. When labor is included, it would cost around $500. As this is a design defect and as the front passenger seat is the most dangerous seat in any car, i believe this cost should be covered by chrysler. |
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| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | NORFOLK, VA |
| VIN pattern | 5TDZA22C95SXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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