10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
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problem #2

Jul 122000

(reported on)

Sephia

  • miles
Rear shoulder restraint began to tighten up on a 5-year old child, to the point the child was being choked. Belt had to be cut to remove. The dealer has been contacted.

- Sutherlin, VA, USA

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problem #1

Nov 151997

Sephia

  • miles
The shoulder belt on the front passenger's side is so tight that it causes pain and discomfort to the passenger. The seat belt has been replaced by the dealer.

- Stockertown, PA, USA

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