Seat belt connector rattle noise, any fix?

[GoodManFrank]

Hi all:

My Model Y passenger seat belt has this occasional ratting noise since delivery, it's coming from what I call the "connector" which is the place where the belt connects to the seat. The upper side is plastic and lower side is metal, and it can make a noise when slightly shaken. The noise goes away when the seat belt is buckled.

(picture credit to pennyarcade@)

SC is saying it's "how it's designed" and "can't do much about it" (so classic excuse)

Anyone experiencing similar noise and how did you fix it?

 

[Vinnigan]

I too get this noise. But like you said, it's occasional, and I just reach over and jiggle the belt buckle a few times and it usually subsides enough for it not to be bothersome to me. It hasn't motivated me enough yet to find permanent solutions.

 

[mtroeseler]

I placed a small piece of Velcro where you have the circle. This eliiminated the rattle.

 

[lolsups]

I get the same rattle going over harsh bumps when no passengers are in the seat. I’ve been meaning to do something about it but I’ve been procrastinating.

 

[GoodManFrank]

I placed a small piece of Velcro where you have the circle. This eliiminated the rattle.

Did you put it on the metal part or plastic part?

 

[mtroeseler@hot]

I fixed this noise by placing a small piece of velcro. (Soft side) from metal onto the plastic. This prevents the pieces from rattling.

 

[skpjah]

Hi all:

My Model Y passenger seat belt has this occasional ratting noise since delivery, it's coming from what I call the "connector" which is the place where the belt connects to the seat. The upper side is plastic and lower side is metal, and it can make a noise when slightly shaken. The noise goes away when the seat belt is buckled.

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(picture credit to pennyarcade@)

SC is saying it's "how it's designed" and "can't do much about it" (so classic excuse)

Anyone experiencing similar noise and how did you fix it?

Could you simply buckle it even when not in use? Realize you shouldn’t have to do this but at least it will take care of the frustrating rattle.