Component
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES
232 NHTSA complaints about seat belts:front:warning light/devices issues across 33 makes and 139 models.
The seat belts:front:warning light/devices is one of the standardized component categories NHTSA uses to classify consumer safety complaints. Across the public complaint database, it accounts for 232 filings from 33 manufacturers and 139 distinct vehicle models, a footprint large enough that defect engineers can isolate part-family patterns across different platforms that share the same supplier or the same federal motor vehicle safety standard.
Among filings citing this component, owners have reported 8 crashes, 1 fire, 7 injuries, and 0 fatalities. The most complained-about vehicle in this category is the MAZDA PROTEGE with 12 filings, followed by HONDA ACCORD and TOYOTA SIENNA. These severity counters are what separates a nuisance complaint trend from a pattern NHTSA is likely to escalate into a Preliminary Evaluation.
Component-level analysis is how the Office of Defects Investigation spots cross-manufacturer supplier issues — the same airbag inflator, the same takata-style ignition switch, the same brake hose material — before they become industry-wide recalls. When you see a single component accumulating large complaint volume across several unrelated nameplates, that is usually a signature of a shared supplier or a shared federal standard being stressed by real-world conditions. Use the affected-vehicles table below to see whether the pattern is concentrated on a handful of models or distributed evenly, and cross-reference each model's full recall and investigation history before drawing conclusions about any one nameplate.
Most Affected Vehicles
| # | Vehicle | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | MAZDA PROTEGE | 12 |
| 2 | HONDA ACCORD | 7 |
| 3 | TOYOTA SIENNA | 6 |
| 4 | TOYOTA COROLLA | 6 |
| 5 | HYUNDAI SONATA | 6 |
| 6 | GMC SAFARI | 5 |
| 7 | FORD RANGER | 5 |
| 8 | VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE | 4 |
| 9 | PONTIAC GRAND PRIX | 4 |
| 10 | NISSAN SENTRA | 4 |
| 11 | NISSAN ALTIMA | 4 |
| 12 | MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS | 4 |
| 13 | HONDA CIVIC | 4 |
| 14 | BMW 525I | 4 |
| 15 | NISSAN MAXIMA | 3 |
| 16 | FORD F-150 | 3 |
| 17 | DODGE NEON | 3 |
| 18 | CHEVROLET CAVALIER | 3 |
| 19 | CHEVROLET ASTRO | 3 |
| 20 | VOLVO XC90 | 2 |
| 21 | VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE | 2 |
| 22 | SUZUKI SX4 | 2 |
| 23 | SUBARU LEGACY | 2 |
| 24 | PONTIAC GRAND AM | 2 |
| 25 | PONTIAC G6 | 2 |
| 26 | MAZDA 323 | 2 |
| 27 | KIA SEDONA | 2 |
| 28 | HYUNDAI ELANTRA | 2 |
| 29 | HONDA ACCORD LX, DX | 2 |
| 30 | FORD WINDSTAR | 2 |
Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2021 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated that while driving at 35 mph on the highway, a knocking noise emanated from the engine compartment, and the vehicle suddenly stopped and s
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, an abnormal sound was coming from the vehicle while turning to the left or the right. The vehicle w
We have two 2022 Hyundai Accent SEL cars and both have the same problem. When there is no passenger aboard, the "Passenger Air Bag" Off sign lights up as it should and when there is a passenger aboar
The contact owns a 2003 Honda Accord. The contact stated while driving 60-70 MPH, the driver's and passenger's side front air bags deployed without warning or impact. The contact pulled over, and the
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the brake pedal was firm while depressed and then became loose, mushy, and depressed to the floorboar
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 10 MPH, the seat belt warning light illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was
The contact owns a 2005 Ford Mustang GT. The contact stated the front passengerâs side seat belt was difficult to latch and detach. The contact stated that several times the seat belt failed to det
The contact owns a 2018 Porsche Macan. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front passengerâs side seat belt alert was inoperable. The contact stated that while a pass
The contact owns a 2017 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while the seat belt was in use, the seat belt and air bag warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechan
The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that the front passengerâs side seat belt warning light was displayed on the instrument panel while the seat was vacant. The vehicle was tak
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while parked, upon starting the vehicle, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact noticed later that the air bag warning lig
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that the seat belt warning light was blinking. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer but was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The manufacture
Driver Seat belt Sensors alarm when fastened. Passenger seat belt alarms with any item on seat. Also tire pressure light remained on after a general service check up.. I was given a 2 month wait appo
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Expedition. The contact stated the front passengerâs side seat belt sensor and rear seats seat belt sensors were inoperable. The contact stated that the seat belt warnin
The contact owns a 2022 Volvo XC60. While driving at various speeds, the contact discovered that the lane assist safety feature failed to recognize the single or double yellow lines. In addition, he a
The contact owns a 2007 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the airbag warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact then received notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 08V1
1) OIL CONSUMPTION. My 2015 Subaru was purchased used in 2017 with approx 56k on engine. From the first oil change I had done one month later the carâs computer would say that the oil level was low.
Passenger seat belt warning light activates even though there is no one or anything in the passenger seat.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT ALARM SOUNDED WITHOUT A PASSENGER SEATED IN THE FRONT SEAT. THE CONTACT BUCK
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 JEEP PATRIOT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH AN UNKNOWN VEHICLE VEERED IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE AND CUT HER OFF THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED HOWEVER, THE VEHICL
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Data Sources
Vehicle complaint data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints database. Includes consumer-reported safety issues filed with NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Severity counts cross-reference NHTSA FARS (Fatality Analysis Reporting System) for fatal incidents where a corresponding FARS record exists.
Component categories are standardized by NHTSA. Crash-test ratings where shown are drawn from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Complaint counts, crash reports, fire reports, and fatality data reflect consumer-submitted reports and may not represent all incidents.
Disclaimer: This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for vehicle purchase decisions. NHTSA complaint data is self-reported by consumers and has not been verified or investigated. A high complaint count does not necessarily indicate a defect. Always consult a qualified mechanic and check official NHTSA recall notices before making safety-related decisions.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.