Samenvatting
A safety belt survey was conducted to collect information concerning problem areas in using seat belts. A total of 1186 complaints were received from owners of 715 vehicles in the survey. Major areas of complaints were: broken or defective safety belt components, difficulty in using or locating seat belt, discomfort in wearing seat belt, and hazards in the belt system. Belt components examined are the buckle, webbing, retractor, guide ring, anchorage and adjustment mechanics.