Rear JKU Seat Belt Replacement

k-jeep · 2021-09-12T02:55:35-07:00

I have tried the google with no luck. My rear seat belts will lock up and not retract every once in a while due to dirt and dust getting into the retractor. The OEM seat belt retractor has no cover on the retractor itself and is only covered by the plastic trim. I'm going to remove the trim for more space under my security trunk. Does anyone know if there is anything special about the OEM rear seatbelts (excluding center) in a JKU Sport? Could I replace them with a set of universal 3-point seat belts with the same type of mounting hardware and covered retractor without compromising safety? There are no aftermarket seat belts specifically for the JKU that I could find. Thanks.

k-jeep Member Joined: May 2009
k-jeep Member Joined: May 2009
#112 Sep 2021, 2:55 AM
I have tried the google with no luck.

My rear seat belts will lock up and not retract every once in a while due to dirt and dust getting into the retractor. The OEM seat belt retractor has no cover on the retractor itself and is only covered by the plastic trim. I'm going to remove the trim for more space under my security trunk.

Does anyone know if there is anything special about the OEM rear seatbelts (excluding center) in a JKU Sport?

Could I replace them with a set of universal 3-point seat belts with the same type of mounting hardware and covered retractor without compromising safety? There are no aftermarket seat belts specifically for the JKU that I could find.

Thanks.
Jeff_R Member Joined: October 2016
Jeff_R Member Joined: October 2016
#212 Sep 2021, 5:22 AM
Check with the dealer because it is possible they may cover it since it is a safety issue. Never hurts to try.

Jeff and Kathy Root
BKGM Jeepers President Joined: June 2003
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#313 Sep 2021, 1:40 AM
I think the seatbelts have some type of electrical connection. Just check for that before removing them.

Kathleen and Brad
k-jeep Member Joined: May 2009
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#413 Sep 2021, 1:50 AM
BKGM Jeepers said I think the seatbelts have some type of electrical connection. Just check for that before removing them.

I know the fronts do, but I don't see any wires to the rear seatbelts in mine.
Nubby Webmaster K6NUB Joined: February 2018
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#513 Sep 2021, 2:10 AM
Jimmy from SnailTrail4x4 did a video about sending his out to a company that restores them and it seemed reasonable price, https://youtu.be/3R1hxU75r38

Safety Restore Website: https://www.safetyrestore.com/

Safety Restore IG: https://www.instagram.com/safetyrestore

Jamie & Damaris
k-jeep Member Joined: May 2009
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#613 Sep 2021, 6:08 AM
Jamie (K6NUB) said Jimmy from SnailTrail4x4 did a video about sending his out to a company that restores them and it seemed reasonable price

Yes, but they would still be uncovered.
Nubby Webmaster K6NUB Joined: February 2018
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#713 Sep 2021, 6:26 AM
Ahhhh, I see, new ones would have the mechanism enclosed since they know nothing of the factory cover, got yah!

Jamie & Damaris
Gilbert & Betty Member Joined: September 2014
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#813 Sep 2021, 6:59 AM
Talk with the guys at PRP seats they seem to have a lot of seat, seat belt expertise.