Product Description
1997-2000 Dodge Dakota, Extended Cab, Front Center, Bench Seat Belt
- Front center bench position
- Non-retractable lap belt
- End release buckle
- Will not fit buckets
The middle of a second-generation Dakota Club Cab bench gets a fixed-length lap strap from this Seatbelt Planet listing, latching with an end release buckle. Bolts are included.
Vehicle Fit
Fits the front center bench position of 1997-2000 Dodge Dakota extended cab trucks. It will not fit bucket seats.
Choosing a Color
Choose from 52 colors.
Why Upgrade?
Center belts get buried in the bench gap and often end up stained or cut.
Maintenance
Pull the center strap out of the seat gap now and then and clean it.
About the Dodge Dakota
A bench seat lets the Dakota carry three across in front.
Before You Install
Check the center floor anchors before ordering.
Good to Know
Hardware is included.
Match the color to the outboard belts.
Seatbelt Planet makes it to order.
A small, simple piece that makes the bench fully usable.
The front center place of a Dakota Club Cab bench is often the most neglected seat in the truck.
Seatbelt Planet notes it will not fit bucket seats, since buckets have no center place.
Many center belts end up buried in the bench gap, stained or crushed after years of use.
The listing's three photos show the belt and its latch.
The outboard belts and a full three-belt kit are listed for the same truck.
Seatbelt Planet makes it in the shade you pick.
Test the latch several times after fitting.
A child in the middle of the bench needs a belt that latches every time.
Keep loose change out of the latch so it works smoothly.
A small part that makes the bench usable for three again.
Ranch and farm Dakotas often carried three across, putting real use on this belt.
Older center belts may look fine but have stiff webbing or weak latches.
Many owners replace it along with the outboard belts for a full refresh.
Second-generation Club Cab benches put the middle place right next to the shifter on column-shift trucks, so the center belt sees knees and elbows.
This listing is just the middle strap; the outer bench belts are separate.
On column-shift Dakotas, the bench middle place is a full seat, so a working lap belt there matters.
If the center latch has been cut off by a past owner, this belt restores the place.
Lay the old middle strap next to the new one to compare length before fitting.
The fixed-length design means there is no reel to wear out under the bench.
A matching center strap finishes a Club Cab bench refresh nicely.
Dakota owners who carry a passenger in the middle only now and then still benefit from a sound belt.
A center lap belt in tan or gray suits most second-generation Club Cab interiors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Shoulder belt?
No, a lap belt.
Retractable?
No.
Buckle?
End release.
Buckets?
No, bench only.
Hardware?
Included.
Questions about fit?
Call 574-226-6676.
1997-2000 Dodge Dakota, Extended Cab, Front Center, Bench Seat Belt specifications
- Seatbelt Planet aftermarket seat belt / restraint product (application per listing title)
- Vehicle application from listing: 1997-2000 Dodge Dakota, Extended Cab, Front Center, Bench
- Tested and certified to meet FMVSS 209 and FMVSS 302 (certification tag on belts)
- Sold as aftermarket replacement — confirm buckle style, retractable vs fixed, and seat type before order
- Complete belts are preferred; mixing buckle/tongue brands is not recommended (components are designed to work together)
- 1-year manufacturer warranty for component issues from ship date (excludes abuse, accident damage, or disassembly)
- 90-day satisfaction guarantee per Seatbelt Planet (installed returns may incur restocking fee)
Installation Tips — 1997-2000 Dodge Dakota, Extended Cab, Front Center, Bench Seat Belt
- Confirm this listing matches your vehicle (1997-2000 Dodge Dakota, Extended Cab, Front Center, Bench), seat type (bench vs bucket), and buckle/retractor style before installing.
- Inspect mounting points for solid metal structure. Seatbelt Planet products are aftermarket — fabrication or adapters may be required on some vehicles.
- Use appropriate grade hardware. Some listings sell mounting hardware separately.
- Install a complete belt assembly when possible; do not mix unmatched buckle and tongue brands.
- After install, verify full extension, retraction (if applicable), and latching before driving.
- If unsure, use a professional installer. Improper installation can cause serious injury.
Selection help: Seatbelt Planet FAQ / guides at seatbeltplanet.com/faq.html · phone 405-736-0088.
Vintage Car Radio does not offer installation.
1997-2000 Dodge Dakota, Extended Cab, Front Center, Bench Seat Belt manuals
- Seatbelt Planet FAQ (FMVSS, warranty, returns)
- Seatbelt Planet common questions / selection help
- Use any instruction sheet packed with your order for model-specific steps
Manufacturer: Seatbelt Planet · 405-736-0088
One-Year Seatbelt Planet Warranty
Per Seatbelt Planet, seat belts are covered under a one-year manufacturer warranty for component issues from the date shipped. Warranty returns are not accepted if there has been obvious abuse, the belt was involved in an accident, or the belt has been disassembled / components removed.
Seatbelt Planet also states a 90-day satisfaction guarantee; installed returns may be subject to a restocking fee. RMA required — contact Seatbelt Planet or Vintage Car Radio at 844-802-4499 / 574-226-6676.
Vintage Car Radio does not install seat belts.
FAQ — 1997-2000 Dodge Dakota, Extended Cab, Front Center, Bench Seat Belt
Are these FMVSS / DOT approved?
Seatbelt Planet states belts are tested and certified to FMVSS 209 and 302; the certification tag is on the belt.
Can I replace only one side?
Seatbelt Planet recommends installing a complete belt — buckle and tongue are designed to work together.
Will this fit 1997-2000 Dodge Dakota, Extended Cab, Front Center, Bench?
Match the years, make/model, and seat position in the title. Call Seatbelt Planet at 405-736-0088 if you need a custom belt.
Do you install?
No.
Need help?
844-802-4499 / 574-226-6676, or Seatbelt Planet 405-736-0088.
Specs
Installation Tips
Manuals
Warranty
One-Year Seatbelt Planet Warranty
Per Seatbelt Planet, seat belts are covered under a one-year manufacturer warranty for component issues from the date shipped. Warranty returns are not accepted if there has been obvious abuse, the belt was involved in an accident, or the belt has been disassembled / components removed.
Seatbelt Planet also states a 90-day satisfaction guarantee; installed returns may be subject to a restocking fee. RMA required — contact Seatbelt Planet or Vintage Car Radio at 844-802-4499 / 574-226-6676.
Vintage Car Radio does not install seat belts.
