How to Check the Production Date of a Seat Belt Buckle?

[IvanDella]

Pull out the entire seat belt, and you will find a label attached at the very bottom. The production date of the seat belt is printed on this label. If the seat belt label is entirely in English, look for words like "MFDDATE," followed by the production date.

[VonBrady]

I recently helped a friend check the seatbelt buckle on his used car. The production date is usually engraved on a label, which is a small sticker on the side or bottom of the buckle. You'll need to squat down and look closely—the label typically has a code for the year and month, like '15' representing 2015. If the label is worn and hard to read, try using your phone's flashlight to locate it. This is quite important because old buckles can fail, especially in some older vehicles. I recommend taking a quick look during each maintenance service—safety always comes first. Don’t forget to check the owner’s manual, as it might have instructions too. If you can’t find it, take it to a repair shop; their professional equipment can scan for more details.