Punto - seat belt not retracting

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Tue 10 Feb 2004 11:52
Punto - seat belt not retracting - Wronskian
I've got an '02 base model Fiat Punto and have recently noticed that the driver seat belt rarely retracts properly when I undo the buckle. This is annoying, because I don't notice this has happened and end up trapping the seat belt in the door when I get out the car. It's also a concern - if the belt isn't retracting in 'normal use', what's the effect in the event of an accident?

The car is just under two-years old and therefore still has its manufacturer's warranty. Is this the sort of thing that would be covered, or do I face a hefty bill, or should I not be too concerned?

Thanks for any advice!

Sam
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Tue 10 Feb 2004 12:40
Punto - seat belt not retracting - Dynamic Dave
Get yourself along to Halfords, or similar, and purchase a can of silicone spray - not the greasy stuff you use on dashboards and bumpers though.

More discussion here:-

www.honestjohn.co.uk/forum/post/index.htm?t=12100&...f

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Tue 10 Feb 2004 12:42
Punto - seat belt not retracting - Wronskian
Ah, common problem it seems. Thanks for that - will give it a go.

Sam
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Tue 10 Feb 2004 15:31
Punto - seat belt not retracting - Andrew-T
Could this problem be due to condensation/dampness on the belt mechanism during cold weather? So that simply pulling it out to full length and allowing ventilation for a few hours might sort it?
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