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What are the reasons for poor seat belt retraction?

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MacAlice

07/28/25 8:55pm

The reasons for poor seat belt retraction are: 1. The seat belt buckle is too close to the B-pillar, causing the seat belt retractor and the seat belt webbing to not be aligned in a straight line, which hinders the retraction of the seat belt; 2. The lower roller cannot immediately return to its original position; 3. There are foreign objects at the friction point between the B-pillar seat belt lock and the seat belt; 4. The seat belt buckle is damaged. The function of the seat belt is that when the vehicle collides or emergency braking is applied, the pre-tensioning device will instantly tighten the slack seat belt, firmly securing the occupant in the seat to prevent secondary collisions.

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McPhoebe

08/12/25 1:38am

A poorly retracting seatbelt is really annoying. I've encountered it several times in over a decade of driving. The usual culprits are dust or debris stuck in the retractor – crumbs from eating can easily accumulate there. Additionally, if the seatbelt itself is twisted or knotted, or the reel is rusty, it won't pull smoothly. More seriously, the locking mechanism might be faulty, like deformed from aging or damaged internally after a collision. My advice is to first check if the retractor can be cleaned manually – a quick vacuuming might remove the debris. If that doesn't work, take it to a repair shop. Don't underestimate this issue; it's a safety hazard. During emergency braking, a loose belt could cause injury. Regular maintenance is crucial, especially for older vehicles – pay attention to the seatbelt system.

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