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Seat Belt Safety Regulations:Check the tag on your seat belts, its information worth knowing. Our seat belts are SAE #J386, FMVSS #209, and FMVSS #302 compliant.
They are tested in the United States of America to all ensure all of our seat belts are up to specs. You are NOT buying an inferior foreign made or tested seat belt.The fact is that manufacturers overseas really don't understand the FMVSS requirements like manufacturers in the USA do. For example, some of the belts that are sold from China say 'DOT Approved.' The Department of Transportation (DOT) regulates tire manufacturing, not seat belts. Product Warranty: All seat belts are non-refundable once installed. You may examine and mock-up seat belts, but once they are bolted in they are yours to keep.
We can not re-sell used safety equipment.You are buying the finest aftermarket seat belts when you shop at Seatbeltsplus.com. We are proud to stand behind our products. Seatbeltsplus.com offers a one year warranty on every seat belt against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service. Warranty is non-transferable and valid for original retail purchaser only.The obligations of Seatbeltsplus.com under this warranty are limited, and shall not exceed the cost of non-conforming products. The foregoing Warranty and Conditions shall apply to any repair, reworked or replaced product, part or component supplied by Seatbeltsplus.com. Further, Seatbeltsplus.com shall not be liable for any incident or consequential damages, or loss of use, or other commercial loss, however occasioned.
Items not covered include, but are not limited to chrome plated items/products, installation defects, abuse, misuse, normal wear and tear, natural degradation of cloth fibers due to UV exposure, improper installation and labor for removal and/or installation. This warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, including any implied warranty of merchant-ability of fitness. Quality Aftermarket Seat Belts: What is the difference between seat belts made in China versus our seat belts? One of the main reasons that Chinese products are so appealing is the price, but when you buy from Seatbeltsplus.com there is no price difference. Chinese manufactured seat belts do not meet FMVSS 209/302.
Sometimes the colors and thread don't even match. The fact is oversea manufacturers really don't understand the FMVSS requirements like USA manufacturers do.For example, some foreign made belts state 'DOT Approved.' The Department of Transportation (DOT) regulates tire manufacturing, not seat belts.
Foreign belts are tested to foreign standards, not American Standards.We offer the lowest prices on Seat Belts made in the USA. Don't settle for cheap seat belts when buckling in yourself or your loved ones.Our seat belts are proudly assembled, sewn and finished in Jupiter Florida, United States of America.
You can rest assured knowing all our aftermarket seat belts are continually tested and adhere to strict federal safety regulations and standards.Made in Florida United States of America(with domestic & foreign components). Our 60' 2-Point Lap Seat Belt features a Chrome Lift Latch. This style of latch releases when the top lever is lifted.These seat belts are popular for use in vintage cars to create a classic look.
Each seat belt is sold separately and is interchangeable for either the driver or passenger side of your vehicle. This bolt-in seat belt is easy to install with mounting brackets included at each end of the seat belt.Please Note: This is a universal fit seat belt, but it will not fit every vehicle. It is important to measure your vehicle for proper fit before you purchase a replacement seat belt.
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We do not ship outside of the USA and Canada. Return PolicyBefore returning any item, you must call us at 1-800-445-2847 or 1-760-477-8521 for a return authorization. All returned items must be in new, non-installed condition. We accept returns within 90 days of purchase. After 90 days, we cannot accept returns or exchanges.We do not accept returns on seat belts that have been installed. These are safety items. Once they have been installed they cannot be resold.
There are no exceptions to this policy. Any bolt markings on the seat belt ends will be considered an installed belt and will not be accepted as a return.You may take seat belts out of the package to inspect them. We recommend holding them up to existing belts to compare. If you have any concerns whether our belts will fit your vehicle please take all proper measurements and compare them with our seat belts before installing.All returns are subject to a 10% restocking fee. Special order items are subject to a 50% restocking fee. We ask that you please return items in their original packaging, with a copy of the original invoice.Shipping charges are non-refundable. Customers are also responsible for return shipping charges.There are no returns accepted on custom orders, seat belt webbing, or closeout items.
Seat belts reduce serious crash-related injuries and deaths by about half, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The simple act of wearing a seat belt is the single most effective way to reduce the risk of fatality in a crash. So why do millions of people not buckle up on every trip? Let’s debunk five common myths about wearing seat belts that are outdated or just plain wrong.
5 Common Misconceptions About Seatbelts
#1: Seat belts are uncomfortable and restrict my movement.
Wearing a seat belt should not cause any discomfort or pressure when adjusted properly. Seat belts have come a long way in the comfort department since becoming a mandatory feature in cars in the 1960s. Technological advancements like polyester webbing and pretensioners, which eliminate slack in the event of a crash, have made seat belts more comfortable for the wearer. If you want to customize your fit, you can find clips and extenders at your local dealer or auto parts store.
With children, the shoulder belt should fit across the shoulder and chest, and the vehicle lap belt should fit across the upper thighs. (Children are typically between the ages of 8 and 12 years old when they are ready for a seat belt. A good test is if their knees bend at the edge of the seat when backs and bottoms are pressed against the vehicle seat back.)
Pregnant women should wear both the lap belt and the shoulder strap, ensuring a snug fit. Lap belts should be buckled under the belly and over hips. Never place the lap belt across your belly. The shoulder strap should go between the breasts and off to the side of the belly. Never place the shoulder strap under the arm.
#2: Seat belts trap you in your vehicle during a crash.
This myth is often associated with fire- and water-related accidents, which account for less than one-half of one percent of all crashes. More importantly, seat belts can actually prevent you from being knocked unconscious, which can increase your chances of escaping during an accident.
#3: I’m just going up the block for groceries. I don’t need to wear a seat belt around town.
Think again. Routine, seemingly low-key trips can be deceptively dangerous. Did you know that most traffic-related deaths happen within 25 miles from your house and at speeds less than 40 mph, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration? Don’t take any chances. Your life and the lives of your passengers are at stake.
#4: I don’t have time to put on my seat belt.
It only takes about three seconds to strap on your seat belt. That’s less time than it takes to tie your shoe. Even if you’re buckling up 20 times a day, that’s only one minute of your day.
#5: My car has air bags, so I don’t need to wear a seat belt.
Air bags are designed to protect a buckled passenger, not an unbuckled one. Seat belts secure you in the proper position to benefit from an air bag deployment. If you’re not wearing your seat belt, you’re in danger of sliding underneath the air bag, colliding with the dashboard or windshield, or being ejected from the front seat. Air bags are a supplemental form of protection and most are designed to deploy in moderate-to-severe frontal crashes, which doesn’t cover all situations. Using air bags in conjunction with seat belts is your best bet.
The History Of Seatbelts
Forget statistics, campaigns or pleas from car manufacturers. As the history of the seatbelt shows, the most effective way to get drivers and passengers to buckle up is to hit them where it hurts: in their wallets.
Although lap belts were offered in cars as early as the 1950s, they were snubbed by many until 1984, when New York became the first state to crack down on car safety. “The thing that started to get people to buckle up in large numbers was simply having state laws with a minimal fine of $25 or $50 for not buckling up,” says Mike Ciccone, senior director of crashworthiness evaluations at Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).
The importance of using seatbelts is no joke. No other quick daily habit—not even eating your veggies—has such life-changing benefits. “Lap and shoulder belts are about
50 percent effective in preventing fatal injuries to front‐seat occupants in crashes of all kinds,” says Ciccone. The numbers are staggering: Safety belts saved 12,802 lives in 2014, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Compare that with the early 1980s, when just roughly 11 percent of front-seat passengers wore belts. So when did people buckle down on buckling up? Here, a look back at the invention, technology and laws behind seatbelts.
50 percent effective in preventing fatal injuries to front‐seat occupants in crashes of all kinds,” says Ciccone. The numbers are staggering: Safety belts saved 12,802 lives in 2014, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Compare that with the early 1980s, when just roughly 11 percent of front-seat passengers wore belts. So when did people buckle down on buckling up? Here, a look back at the invention, technology and laws behind seatbelts.
1885: The U.S. Patent Office issues the first seatbelt patent.
1949-50: Nash Motors Company offers lap belts in certain car models.
1959: Volvo engineer Nils Bohlin invents the first three-point safety belt in Sweden by combining the lap belt and shoulder strap into one continuous belt that could be buckled with one hand. The invention’s open patent allows other manufacturers to adopt the game-changing design.
1968: The first federal law regarding seatbelts—called the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards—is passed, requiring all new cars sold in the U.S. to feature lap or shoulder belts in the front seats and lap belts in the back seats.
1984: New York passes the first “primary enforcement law,” in which a police officer can pull over and ticket a driver just for not wearing a seatbelt. Thirty-four states now have primary enforcement laws, while 15 states have secondary laws, which means drivers pulled over for another reason can receive a ticket for not wearing a seatbelt. The fear of getting ticketed led to a quick jump in seatbelt usage for those states, which meant fewer deaths and injuries. People pay more attention to primary laws, and buckle up more. According to IIHS, if all states with secondary laws had primary laws instead, their passenger deaths would decrease by 7 percent.
1993: North Carolina’s “Click It or Ticket” campaign, which involved TV ads and billboards highlighting the cost of getting pulled over, dramatically increases seatbelt use from
65 percent to 81 percent. A decade later, the “Click It or Ticket” campaign goes national.
65 percent to 81 percent. A decade later, the “Click It or Ticket” campaign goes national.
2015: States with primary enforcement laws report seatbelt usage at 91 percent, and states with secondary enforcement laws (or no law at all) report seatbelt usage at 79 percent.
Living in such a rapidly changing world, it’s easy to take innovations for granted, but remember that seatbelts were designed with one goal in mind: to protect you. Don’t forget to buckle up on your next ride—and that goes for everyone, especially kids and even pets.
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