Description
Left rear seat belt behind the driver for PEUGEOT 207. Color FXX – BLACK
This left rear seat belt assembly is designed for Peugeot 207 vehicles and carries OE reference numbers 96738848XX and 8975XJ. Ideal for professional workshops and DIY mechanics, the belt restores occupant restraint performance after wear or damage. Constructed to match the original fitment and mounting points, it helps maintain correct retractor operation and safe webbing routing—critical for vehicle safety and compliance. Searching by product code (96738848XX / 8975XJ) will quickly identify this part for fast replacement.
Technical Information
- Manufacturer: Stellantis / Peugeot
- Model: Peugeot 207
- Product Codes: 96738848XX
- Other Numbers: 8975XJ
- Color: FXX – Black
Function
The seat belt assembly secures the rear-left passenger (behind the driver) by restraining movement in a crash or sudden deceleration. The unit includes a webbing strap and an inertia retractor that locks under rapid deceleration. Depending on the vehicle specification, some variants may be fitted with a pyrotechnic pretensioner or an electrical connector for a sensor—always verify the exact variant by product code before installation.
Compatibility And Fitment
Fits Peugeot 207 (left rear position, behind the driver). Confirm fitment using the product codes 96738848XX and 8975XJ to ensure correct variant and connector type for your vehicle generation and trim.
Installation Recommendations
- Disconnect The Battery: Always disconnect the vehicle battery and wait the manufacturer-recommended time before starting work to avoid accidental deployment of restraint systems.
- Remove Interior Trim: Carefully remove the relevant interior trim panels to access the upper anchor, retractor, and lower anchor bolts without damaging trim clips.
- Unbolt And Disconnect: Unbolt the retractor and lower anchor. If The Unit Has An Electrical Connector (For Pretensioner Or Sensor), Disconnect It Using Proper Connectors And Insulation Practices.
- Install New Unit: Fit The Replacement Belt Ensuring Webbing Is Not Twisted And Retractor Is Oriented Correctly. Reconnect Any Electrical Connectors If Present.
- Tighten Fasteners: Tighten Mounting Bolts To The Manufacturer’S Torque Specification Using A Torque Wrench.
- Function Check: Verify Smooth Pay-Out And Retraction Of The Webbing And Confirm That The Belt Locks Under A Sudden Pull Test.
- Final Assembly: Refit Trim Panels Securely And Reconnect The Battery. If The Vehicle Has Airbag Or Restraint Warning Lights, Diagnose And Clear Any Faults Per Manufacturer Procedures.
Most Common Failure Reasons
- Wear And Fraying: Long-Term Use, Abrasion Against Seat Edges Or Cargo Can Damage The Webbing.
- Contamination: Dirt, Grease, Or Corrosive Substances Can Cause Jamming Or Impaired Retraction.
- Retraction Mechanism Fault: Inertia Mechanism Or Internal Spring May Seize Or Lose Tension.
- Damage From Collision: Seat Belts Subjected To A Significant Load During A Crash Must Be Replaced.
- Connector Or Pretensioner Issues: Electrical Connectors Or Pyrotechnic Components (If Present) Can Fail Or Become Disconnected.
Inspection Tip: Check Seat Belt Webbing And Retraction Function During Regular Service Intervals; Replace Immediately After Any Significant Load Event (Collision) Or If Webbing Shows Cuts, Frays, Or Incomplete Retraction.
