Volvo V40 Seat Belt Buckle Latch Belt Stalk Catch Front Right O/S 31404247

Volvo V40 Front Right Seat Belt Buckle is a component from the Seat belts and parts group, designed for installation in the front, right side of the vehicle. It ensures a secure fastening of the seat belt, which translates into stable belt retention during driving and in emergency situations. The used OEM component is a sensible choice for drivers looking for a technically matched solution at an attractive price.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 31404247
• Mark: Volvo
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 31404247
• Substitutable numbers: 31404247, 20160301
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Part type: Seat Belt
• Category: Seat Belts & Parts

Purpose and function of the seat belt buckle

The seat belt buckle mounted on the front right side is responsible for mechanical and acoustic confirmation of the belt fastening. A properly selected element for this zone is crucial for correct interaction with pretensioners, passenger presence sensors, and cabin warning systems. The original buckle dedicated to the Volvo V40 allows for maintaining factory safety system performance parameters, minimizing the risk of slack, accidental unbuckling, or signaling errors on the instrument cluster.

Benefits of using an original Volvo buckle

Using a seat belt buckle that is structurally consistent with the factory solution offers a number of practical advantages:

• maintaining the correct belt routing geometry on the front passenger side,
• secure locking of the belt tongue in the buckle socket,
• proper cooperation with the vehicle's factory safety systems,
• consistency with the original Volvo interior equipment. Thanks to this, replacing a damaged or worn buckle with an element from the same design group allows for restoring the functionality of the passenger safety zone without interfering with other components.

Vehicle placement and installation aspects

The presented buckle is designed for installation in the front, right part of the cabin, in the immediate vicinity of the passenger seat. Such placement requires maintaining the appropriate length, angle, and compatibility with the seat mounting and seat belt routing at this specific point. Selecting an element with the correct vehicle placement limits the need for modifications, facilitates installation, and allows for maintaining the original ergonomics of belt operation by the passenger. In practice, this translates into convenient access to the buckle and repeatable, stable fastening of the tongue.

Characteristics of the used product

A used seat belt buckle is a solution that allows combining original build quality with a more favorable purchase cost compared to brand-new components. Such elements usually come from the dismantling of vehicles where the safety system has not been damaged, which enables their continued use. For many Volvo V40 users, choosing a used buckle is a way to maintain consistency with the rest of the factory equipment while maintaining a high level of passive safety in the cabin.

Expanding the safety system in a Volvo

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the safety zone in your Volvo and need other elements from the same group, such as belt retractors, tongues, or mountings, check the available parts in the Volvo seat belts and parts category.

Expert support and cost optimization

When deciding to use used components, it is worth analyzing their impact on the vehicle's operating budget. It may be helpful to review materials describing an economical approach to repairs using original parts from dismantling – a good reference point is the article Economical operation of Skoda cars: why are original used parts the best choice for your wallet?, which discusses the general principles of cost-effective use of such solutions.