Most Recent Child Restraint Recall Announcements and Safety Notices
| Date of Release or Posting | Manufacturer | Model |
|---|---|---|
| May 7, 2012 | Dorel (Cosco, Safety 1st) | Comfy Carry, Onboard35 |
| January 27, 2012 | Britax | Chaperone |
| February 14, 2011 | Dorel ( Cosco, Maxi-Cosi, and Safety 1st) | Alpha Omega, Alpha Omega Elite, Enspira, Priori, Prospect, Vantage; Mico and OnBoard |
| November 1, 2010 | Britax | Chaperone |
| October 15, 2010 | Evenflo | Maestro |
| July 28, 2010 | Cybex (Regal Lager) | Solution X-fix |
| February 5 , 2010 | Dorel (Maxi-Cosi) | Mico |
| January 18, 2010 | Dorel (Cosco & Eddie Bauer) | Hi Back and Touriva |
| January 18, 2010 | Dorel (Cosco & Eddie Bauer) | Alpha/Omega, Hi Back, and Touriva |
| December 22, 2009 | Dorel (Cosco, Disney, Eddie Bauer, & Safety 1st) | Infant Car Seats |
| November 20, 2009 | Evenflo | First Choice |
| October 29, 2009 | Mia Moda | Viva and Viva Supreme |
| July 26, 2009 | Maxi-Cosi (Dorel) | Mico Infant Seats |
| May 21, 2009 | TriplePlay | Sit'n'Stroll |
| April, 2009 | Recaro | Como and Signo |
| April 24, 2009 | Team-Tex | Babyride |
| March 4, 2009 | Recaro | Signo |
| January 9, 2009 | Peg Perego USA | Primo Viaggio SIP 30/30 |
| December 12, 2008 | Britax | Frontier |
| December 9, 2008 | Evenflo | ComfortSport |
You can view archived recall announcements and notices from 2001 through July 2008.
Dorel Juvenile Group (Cosco Comfy Carry and Safety 1st Onboard35)
Make: Cosco Comfy Carry Infant Child Restraint, Safety 1st Onboard35 Infant Child Restraint
Defect: Dorel Juvenile Group is recalling certain Cosco Comfy Carry (model IC123FSM) and Safety 1st OnBoard35 (model IC124FSM) infant car seats manufactured from May 1, 2011 through April 25, 2012. The affected seats were sold without the base and therefore fail to provide the LATCH attachment assembly as required by FMVSS 213. The seats can be installed without the base using the vehicle seat belt.
Consequence: Without the LATCH system, the seat may be more difficult to properly secure and in the event of a vehicle crash, the child may not be adequately protected and is at an increased risk of injury.
Corrective Action: DJG will contact all registered owners and provide them with information on how to obtain a free infant base.
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA No.:12C002000
Source: NHTSA Child Restraint Recall Campaign listing
DJG
Dorel Juvenile Group is conducting a voluntary recall of certain Cosco Comfy Carry (model IC123FSM) and Safety 1st OnBoard35 (model IC124FSM) infant car seats manufactured from May 1, 2011 through April 25, 2012. The affected seats were sold without a base and therefore fail to provide the LATCH attachment assembly as required by FMVSS 213. The seats can be installed without the base using the vehicle seat belt.
DJG will contact all registered owners and provide them with information on how to obtain a free infant base with LATCH. Until consumers receive their free base with LATCH they can continue to use their infant child restraint as described in the instruction manual. The affected infant child restraints should not be returned to where it was obtained. Consumers can contact DJG at 1-877-416-8111 Monday through Friday from 8AM to 5PM or by email l at infantlatchrecall@djgusa.com.
Source: DJG Website
Britax Chaperone
Make: Britax Chaperone
Defect: Britax is recalling certain Britax Chaperone infant car seats (model numbers E9L692J, E9L692K, E9L692L, and E9L692M) manufactured between September 1, 2010 through April 30, 2011. The harness adjuster can detach from the seat shell.
Consequence: Should the harness adjuster detach from the seat, the child may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury or death.
Corrective Action: Britax will notify registered owners and provide repair kits free of charge. The safety recall and mailing of the kits is expected to begin on or about February 6, 2012.
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA No.:
Source: NHTSA Child Restraint Recall Campaign listing
Britax
Britax is conducting a voluntary safety recall of Chaperone Infant Car Seats manufactured between September 1, 2010 and April 30, 2011 ( Model #s E9L692J, E9L692K, E9L692L, and E9L692M)
On the Britax Chaperone Infant Car Seat, the harness adjuster ensures that the harness straps can be properly tightened and secured over the infant's shoulders and is attached to the infant car seat shell. The rivet used to attach the harness adjuster to the shell may have been improperly installed. As a result, the harness adjuster may detach from the shell. Should the harness adjuster detach from the infant car seat shell the harness straps will not properly secure the child resulting in increased risk of injury in a vehicle crash.
If the harness adjuster on your Chaperone Infant Car Seat detaches, please discontinue use of the product immediately and contact the Customer Service Department at 1- 888-427-4829. Britax is providing a remedy kit including a harness adjuster clip and instructions for properly installing it.
Source: Britax Website
Dorel Juvenile Group
Production Dates: May 1, 2008 - April 30, 2009
Defect: Dorel Juvenile Group (DJG) is recalling certain infant, convertible, and booster child restraint systems which were sold both as stand alone seats or part of a travel system (with stroller). Child restraint systems included in this recall are convertible child restraints Alpha Omega, Alpha Omega Elite, Enspira, Priori, Prospect, and Vantage; infant child restraints Mico and Onboard. Affected units begin with model numbers:
22077, 22078, 22148, 22149, 22150, 22152, 22154, 22155, 22158, 22159, 22172, 22177, 22178, 22185, 22188, 22195, 22356, 22371, 22372, 22412, 22439, 22452, 22453, 22456, 22458, 22459, 22462, 22465, 22469, 22476, 22486, 22546, 22547, 22553, 22554, 22561, 22564, 22567, 22574, 22580, 22657, 22740, 22741, 22755, 22758, 22759, 22790, 22799, 22880, 22560, 22346, 17439, 22449, 22475, AND IC072,
The harness locking and release button does not always return to its locked position. A button that is not in the locked position can allow the harness adjustment strap to slip back through the adjuster as a child moves around in the seat and results in a loose harness.
Consequence: In the event of a vehicle crash, the child may not be adequately protected and is at an increased risk for injury.
Corrective Action: Registered owners will receive a free remedy kit consisting of a small tube of non-toxic, food-grade lubricant to be applied to the center front adjuster (CFA) to prevent sticking and allow it to properly engage the CFA strap. Instruction on how to apply the lubricant will be provided, along with a label to indicate that the repair has been completed. Non-registered owners should contact DJG at 1-866-623-3139 or by email at harnessadjustment@djgusa.com. Consumers will need the entire model number on the child restraint when contacting the manufacturer.
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
NHTSA No.: 11C001000
Source: NHTSA Child Restraint Recall Campaign listing
Dorel
Safety Notices
2/14/2011
Cosco, Maxi-Cosi, and Safety 1st Child Restraint System Center Front Adjuster Recall
Dorel Juvenile Group (DJG), in cooperation with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain Cosco, Maxi-Cosi, and Safety 1st child restraint systems.
Dorel Juvenile Group (DJG) is issuing a safety recall for certain Cosco, Maxi-Cosi, and Safety 1st brand child restraints manufactured from May 1, 2008 through April 30, 2009. There is a potential for the harness adjustment strap to loosen during use. If this were to occur, the harness may be loose around the child, possibly increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
The models affected are manufactured from May 1, 2008 through April 30, 2009 and include Convertible child restraints Alpha Omega, Alpha Omega Elite, Enspira, Priori, Prospect, and Vantage; Infant child restraints Mico and OnBoard. The affected models are below:
Child Restraint Model # |
Model Name |
Child Restraint Model # |
Model Name |
22880BYT |
ADJ BOOSTER |
22758VND |
DELUXE 3-N-1 |
22880CGT |
ADJ BOOSTER |
22759MTT |
DELUXE 3-N-1 |
22880KGSA |
ADJ BOOSTER |
22790CGT |
DELUXE 3-N-1 |
22880MTT |
ADJ BOOSTER |
22790SNW |
DELUXE 3-N-1 |
22880MTTA |
ADJ BOOSTER |
22790WPR |
DELUXE 3-N-1 |
22880SON |
ADJ BOOSTER |
22799MER |
DELUXE 3-N-1 |
22880SONA |
ADJ BOOSTER |
22452RBYE |
ENSPIRA |
22880SNW |
ADJ HIGHBACK |
22453BCT |
ENSPIRA |
22462BLN |
ALPHA LUXE |
22453FSM |
ENSPIRA |
22150BNS |
ALPHA OMEGA ALL -N-1 |
22458FTM |
ENSPIRA |
22152BVL |
ALPHA OMEGA ALL -N-1 |
22458NYC |
ENSPIRA |
22152CMN |
ALPHA OMEGA ALL -N-1 |
22740HPN |
ENSPIRA |
22152RGS |
ALPHA OMEGA ALL -N-1 |
22741ATI |
ENSPIRA |
22159SGT |
ALPHA OMEGA ALL -N-1 |
22741BWD |
ENSPIRA |
22172BKE |
ALPHA OMEGA ALL -N-1 |
22741GRT |
ENSPIRA |
22172MRT |
ALPHA OMEGA ALL -N-1 |
22741WNW |
ENSPIRA |
22172OKW |
ALPHA OMEGA ALL -N-1 |
22371CIP |
MICO |
22172PHO |
ALPHA OMEGA ALL -N-1 |
22371CTR |
MICO |
22172SVT |
ALPHA OMEGA ALL -N-1 |
22371FSB |
MICO |
22177SNP |
ALPHA OMEGA ALL -N-1 |
22371LYP |
MICO |
22178SCT |
ALPHA OMEGA ALL -N-1 |
22371MJR |
MICO |
22178STL |
ALPHA OMEGA ALL -N-1 |
22371PHT |
MICO |
22178VSS |
ALPHA OMEGA ALL -N-1 |
22371RFR |
MICO |
22185BVL |
ALPHA OMEGA ALL -N-1 |
22371TRL |
MICO |
22188BVL |
ALPHA OMEGA ALL -N-1 |
22372TTH |
MICO |
22412MOM |
ALPHA OMEGA ALL -N-1 |
22077FSM |
OnBoard |
22459MTG |
ALPHA OMEGA ALL -N-1 |
22078DMS |
OnBoard |
22148RDH |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22356NTR |
OnBoard |
22149PAL |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22356PRO |
OnBoard |
22154HTR |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22356TRI |
OnBoard |
22155BDF |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22476CIP |
PRIORI |
22155HMR |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22476CTR |
PRIORI |
22155NSHE |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22476FSB |
PRIORI |
22155OTC |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22476GIP |
PRIORI |
22155TRP |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22476ISP |
PRIORI |
22158BLL |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22476NOW |
PRIORI |
22158GRS |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22476NRF |
PRIORI |
22158SPA |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22476PHT |
PRIORI |
22195SVS |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22476PMK |
PRIORI |
22456BVL |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22476PNG |
PRIORI |
22456CAB |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22486CRI |
PRIORI |
22456CAO |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22486GIP |
PRIORI |
22456CSR |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22486TTH |
PRIORI |
22456LMT |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22580BYR |
PROSPECT |
22456MIL |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22346VAL |
SureFit |
22456MRR |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22657FRK |
SureFit |
22456NTM |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22657MTT |
SureFit |
22456NTR |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22657PST |
SureFit |
22456PRO |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22657SNW |
SureFit |
22456SCY |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22657SON |
SureFit |
22456SUZ |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22657VND |
SureFit |
22456TRI |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
IC-072 SON |
SureFit |
22456TTN |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22567GRH |
SURVEYOR VANTAGE |
22465BMT |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22574PCR |
SURVEYOR VANTAGE |
22469BSE |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22475BVL |
UPTOWN |
22469BSEC |
ALPHA OMEGA ELITE |
22546BSE |
VANTAGE |
17-439 HTP |
AVENUE |
22547CHA |
VANTAGE |
17-439 ABY |
AVENUE |
22560FSM |
VANTAGE |
22439ABY |
AVENUE |
22553BVL |
VANTAGE HIGHBACK |
22439HTP |
AVENUE |
22554PCR |
VANTAGE HIGHBACK |
22439OKP |
AVENUE |
22554RCR |
VANTAGE HIGHBACK |
22439VNS |
AVENUE |
22561WAL |
VANTAGE HIGHBACK |
22449GES |
AVENUE |
22564ARZ |
VANTAGE HIGHBACK |
22755BLD |
DELUXE 3-N-1 |
22564MIL |
VANTAGE HIGHBACK |
22758BYT |
DELUXE 3-N-1 |
22564NTR |
VANTAGE HIGHBACK |
22758CMP |
DELUXE 3-N-1 |
22564OKW |
VANTAGE HIGHBACK |
22758FRK |
DELUXE 3-N-1 |
22564PHO |
VANTAGE HIGHBACK |
22758HDS |
DELUXE 3-N-1 |
22564PRO |
VANTAGE HIGHBACK |
22758HID |
DELUXE 3-N-1 |
22564TRI |
VANTAGE HIGHBACK |
22758KGS |
DELUXE 3-N-1 |
22564VLC |
VANTAGE HIGHBACK |
22758PST |
DELUXE 3-N-1 |
|
|
22758SNW |
DELUXE 3-N-1 |
|
|
22758SON |
DELUXE 3-N-1 |
|
|
Dorel Juvenile Group will contact all registered owners and provide them with information on how to obtain a free repair kit. Consumers may visit http://www.djgusa.com/usa/eng/Safety-Notices to see if their child restraint is affected by this recall. Until consumers receive the free repair kit they can continue to use their current car seat as directed by the instruction manual. Please be sure to adjust the harness adjustment strap snugly each time you put your child in the child restraint as described in the instruction manual. Consumers who have not registered their car seat should visit the DJG website at www.djgusa.com/usa/eng/Safety-Notices to verify if their model is included in this recall. The affected seats should not be returned to the retailer. Consumers with further questions may e-mail the company at consumer@djgusa.com or call our toll-free number, 1-866-623-3139, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST.
Source: Dorel Website
Britax Chaperone
Make: Britax Chaperone
Defect: Britax is recalling certain Britax Chaperone infant car seats (model numbers E9L69N9, E9L69P2, E9L69P3, and E9L69P5) manufactured from April, 2009 through May, 2010. The chest clip which positions the harness straps across the infant's shoulders may break when the chest clip is engaged as the infant is secured into the infant car seat.
Consequence: The sharp edges of the broken chest clip could create a risk of a skin laceration and the fractured components of the chest clip may present a small parts/choking hazard.
Corrective Action: Britax will mail to consumers notice and remedy kits that contain a replacement chest clip and instruction sheet. The safety campaign is expected to begin on or about November 11, 2010. Owners may contact Britax Customer Service Department at 1-888-427-4829
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA No.: 10C006000
Source: NHTSA Child Restraint Recall Campaign listing
Britax
The Chest Clip supplied with the Chaperone Infant Car Seat was incorrectly produced by the manufacturer which resulted in a more brittle chest clip than was intended. As a result, the chest clip which positions the harness straps across the infant's shoulders may break when the chest clip is engaged as the infant is secured into the infant car seat. The sharp edges of the broken chest clip create a risk of a skin laceration and the fractured components of the chest clip may present a small parts/choking hazard. If your chest clip breaks, remove the broken chest clip from the harness along with any fragments. The Chaperone Infant Car Seat can continue to be used until the replacement chest clip is installed.
What You Should Do
Britax is providing with this notice a remedy kit that contains a replacement chest clip and an
instruction sheet. Confirm whether your Chaperone Infant Car Seat is affected by verifying the model
number, date of manufacturer as follows:
A. Remove Chaperone Infant Car Seat from base.
B. Turn Infant Car Seat over and locate the white sticker on underside of Car Seat
C. Look for model numbers and manufacturing dates: E9L69N9, E9L69P2, E9L69P3, E9L69P5;
Manufactured between April 2009 through May 2010.
D. If your Chaperone Infant Car Set is affected, carefully read and follow the detailed
instructions included in the kit.
Contact manufacturer at 888-427-4829 for repair kit.
Source: Britax Website
EVENFLO / 310 (MAESTRO)
Make: Evenflo Maestro
Defect: Evenflo is recalling certain Maestro Child Restraint Systems with model numbers beginning with 310 and built from November 24, 2009, through April 9, 2010. These seats fail to conform to the structural integrity requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 213, "Child Restraint Systems."
Consequence: In the event of a crash, a crack may form at the front of the seat adjacent to the harness adjuster causing the child not to be adequately restrained, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action: Evenflo will provide owners and care givers a reinforcement plate along with repair instructions free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during October 2010. Owners may contact Evenflo toll-free at 1-800-233-5921
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA No.: 10C005000
Source: NHTSA Child Restraint Recall Campaign listing
Evenflo
Evenflo is recalling U.S. seats with model numbers that begin with 310 that were built between November 24, 2009 and April 9, 2010. In Canada, the initiative involves seats with a model number that begins with 310 that were built between December 17, 2009 and April 26, 2010. Maestro child restraints built after April 2010 are not affected by this action. Evenflo is proactively initiating this action to address an issue first observed at an independent test laboratory in late September.
The seat should not be used with children weighing under 40 pounds without the repair bracket. Children who weigh more than 40 pounds can continue to use the seat as a belt-positioning booster until the remedy kit arrives.
In the U.S., affected Maestro model numbers are 3101198, 3101980, 31011048,
31011049, and 31011059. In Canada, the affected model number is 31011057C. The
model number and date of manufacture can be found on a white label behind the seat
above the highest shoulder belt slot. Other Maestro models are not affected.
The company requests that purchasers of affected Evenflo Maestro seats contact
Evenflo for a free reinforcement kit by calling (in the U.S.) 800-233-5921 and (in
Canada) 800-265-0749 between 8 am and 5 pm ET.
Source: Evenflo Website
Cybex (Regal Lager) Solution X-fix High Back Booster Seat
Make: Cybex (distributed by Regal Lager)
Defect: Certain Cybex Solution X-fix model booster seats manufactured during February 2010, were produced using an incorrect warning label. The defect consists of an incorrect warning statement related to securing an unoccupied booster seat. This statement is inconsistent with Cybex recommended practices - always secure an unoccupied booster with the vehicle seat belt. If a caregiver follows the warning as written, there is an increased risk that the unoccupied booster seat could strike a vehicle occupant and cause injury in a severe crash. The incorrect warning statement appears in the owner's manual and on the headrest warning label.
Consequence: In a sharp turn, crash, or sudden stop, an unsecured booster seat can be thrown around and could injure vehicle occupants.
Corrective Action: Regal Lager will notify caregivers and provide a new label to be affixed over the old label and owners will also receive a new owners manual free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about August 10, 2010. Owners may contact Regal Lager toll-free at 1-800-593-5522 between 8:30 am and 5:30 pm EST.
Notes: Regal Lager's recall campaign number Is 2010-01. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
NHTSA No.: 10C003000 [Cybex Safety Recall No.: 2010-01]
Source: NHTSA Child Restraint Recall Campaign listing
CYBEX Child Restraint Recall Information
Solution X-fix High Back Booster Seat
Description:
Certain CYBEX Solution X-fix model booster seats manufactured during February 2010, were produced using an incorrect warning label. The defect consists of an incorrect warning statement related to securing an unoccupied booster seat.
Model#
0500200 and 0500760
Corrective Action:
Regal Lager will notify caregivers and provide a new label to be affixed over the old label and owners will also receive a new Owner's Manual free of charge. Owners may contact Regal Lager toll-free at 1-800-593-5522 between 8:30 am and 5:30 pm EST.
Source: Regal Lager Recall Website
Dorel Juvenile Group
Make: Maxi-Cosi
Defect: Dorel Juvenile Group (DJG) is recalling certain Maxi-Cosi Mico infant child restraint systems, models 22-371 HFL, JUC, LMD, PNG, and ORE; 22-372 TTH; AND Maxi-Cosi Mico infant child restraint system - base only, model 22-515 BLK, produced from February 18, 2008 through June 28, 2008. Interference between the mounting bracket and the base caused by warping of the base or inadequate mating between the shell and the base mounting bracket can result in difficulty attaching or detaching the shell from the base,
Consequence: If the shell is improperly mounted to the base, the child could be injured in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action: DJG will notify all registered owners and will send a remedy kit consisting of two base springs, a hex wrench, and instructions for the base spring replacement. The repair kit is free of charge. The safety campaign is expected to begin on or about February 5, 2010. Owners may contact DJG at 1-877-657-9546.
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
NHTSA No.: 10C00100
Source: NHTSA Child Restraint Recall Campaign listing
Dorel Juvenile Group
Summary: These Dorel Juvenile Group (DJG) child restraint systems, manufactured from March 15 to August 1, 2002 with 6 panel Wellington webbing harnesses, fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 213, "Child Restraint Systems." the UV stabilizer used in the webbing may not adequately protect it from deterioration by ultraviolet rays.
Models:
Cosco / Hi Back 02442CNG
Cosco / Hi Back 02442DNP
Cosco / Hi Back 02442JUB
Cosco / Hi Back 02443PRI
Cosco / Hi Back 02448BNG
Cosco / Hi Back 02848BNG
Cosco / Hi Back 93443PRI
Cosco / Hi Back 93514FSM
Cosco / Touriva 02514FSM
Cosco / Touriva 02519OXF
Cosco / Touriva 02524AAR
Cosco / Touriva 22100TTD
Cosco / Touriva 93446FSM
Cosco / Touriva 93504BHO
Consequence: If the webbing is exposed to significant amounts of sunlight, it could degrade. If the webbing strength degrades more than allowed by the standard it may not provide sufficient protection to a child in a crash, causing an increased risk of injury to the child.
Remedy: DJG's petition for relief from remedy based on its belief that the noncompliance was inconsequential to motor vehicle safety was denied by NHTSA on January 5, 2010. Accordingly, DJG will conduct a safety recall campaign. It will notify registered owners and provide free replacement kits for the harnesses along with repair instructions. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about February 2, 2010. Owners may call DJG toll-free at 1-866-690-2539.
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTYy 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov
NHTSA No.: 02C053000
Source: NHTSA Child Restraint Recall Campaign listing
Dorel Juvenile Group
Summary: On certain Dorel Juvenile Group (DJG) child restraint systems, manufactured from January 1, 2000, through September 30, 2001, the tether webbing fails to conform to the abrasion requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 213, "Child Restraint Systems."
Models:
Cosco / Alpha/Omega 02332
Cosco / Alpha/Omega 02531
Cosco / Alpha/Omega 02533
Cosco / Alpha/Omega 02537
Cosco / Alpha/Omega 02555
Cosco / Hi Back 02409
Cosco / Hi Back 02442
Cosco / Hi Back 02443
Cosco / Hi Back 02445
Cosco / Hi Back 02448
Cosco / Hi Back 02449
Cosco / Hi Back 02450
Cosco / Hi Back 02480
Cosco / Hi Back 02495
Cosco / Touriva 02014
Cosco / Touriva 02015
Cosco / Touriva 02019
Cosco / Touriva 02084
Cosco / Touriva 02094
Cosco / Touriva 02114
Cosco / Touriva 02504
Cosco / Touriva 02514
Cosco / Touriva 02518
Cosco / Touriva 02519
Cosco / Touriva 02524
Cosco / Touriva 02584
Cosco / Touriva 02803
Cosco / Touriva 02806
Cosco / Touriva 02821
Cosco / Touriva 02825
Cosco / Touriva 02935
Cosco / Touriva 93084
Cosco / Touriva 93094
Cosco / Touriva 93514
Eddie Bauer / Hi Back 02849
Eddie Bauer / Hi Back 02880
Eddie Bauer / Touriva 02870
Eddie Bauer / Touriva 02871
Eddie Bauer / Touriva 02875
Consequence: If the webbing is exposed to a significant amount of abrasion, it could degrade. If the webbing degrades more than permitted by the standard, it may not provide sufficient protection to a child in a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the child.
Remedy: DJG's petition for relief from remedy based on its belief that the noncompliance was inconsequential to motor vehicle safety was denied by NHTSA on January 5, 2010. Accordingly, DJG will conduct a safety recall campaign. It will notify registered owners and provide free replacement kits for the tether along with repair instructions. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about February 2, 2010. Owners may call DJG toll-free at 1-866-690-2539.
Notes: Owners may also contact the national Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
NHTSA No.: 02C026000
Source: NHTSA Child Restraint Recall Campaign listing
Fall Hazard Prompts NHTSA, CPSC and Dorel Juvenile Group to Announce Recall of Infant Car Seat/Carriers
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Dorel Infant Car Seat/Carriers
Units: About 447,000
Manufacturer: Dorel Juvenile Group Inc., of Columbus, Ind.
Hazard: When used as an infant carrier, the child restraint handle to the seat can loosen and come off, posing a fall hazard to infants.
Incidents/Injuries: Dorel has received 77 reports of the child restraint handle fully or partially coming off the car seat/carrier resulting in at least three injuries to infants including bumps, bruises and a head injury.
Description: This recall involves Safety 1st, Cosco, Eddie Bauer and Disney branded infant car seat/carriers with the following model numbers and that were manufactured from January 6, 2008 through April 6, 2009. The model number and manufacture date are located on a label on the side of the car seat/carrier. They were sold with Travel Systems. The stroller portion of the travel system is not affected by this recall.
Child Restraint Model # and Product Description
Safety 1st
22-057 DBY Safety 1st Sojourn Travel System
22-085 DWA Safety 1st Sojourn Travel System
22-057 CLN Safety 1st Sojourn Travel System
22-057 HRT Safety 1st Sojourn Travel System
22-322 HRR Safety 1st Sojourn Travel System
22-322 PTK Safety 1st Sojourn Travel System
22-057 LPH Safety 1st Sojourn Travel System
22-085 LYN Safety 1st Sojourn Travel System
22-322 KDL Safety 1st Eurostar Travel System
22-322 LXI Safety 1st Eurostar Travel System
22-322OLY Safety 1st Eurostar Travel System
22-322PRS Safety 1st Eurostar Travel System
22-322 MAI Safety 1st Eurostar Travel System
22-325 COB Safety 1st Eurostar Travel System
22-095 RBK Safety 1st Explorer Travel System
22-380 LGA Safety 1st Lite Wave Travel System
22-380 MSA Safety 1st Lite Wave Travel System
22-627 WAV Safety 1st Vector Travel System
22-325 PAC Safety 1st Vector Travel System
Cosco
22-300 FZN Cosco Sprint Travel System
22-300 OSF Cosco Sprint Travel System
22-300 CSF Cosco Spirit Travel System
22-300 JJV Cosco Spirit Travel System
22-300 THD Cosco Spirit Travel System
22-300 TWD Cosco Spirit Travel System
Disney
22-627 AWF Disney Propack Travel System
22-355 LBF Disney Propack Travel System
22-305 NAB Disney Propack Travel System
22-305 PPH Disney Propack Travel System
22-355 PWK Disney Propack Travel System
Eddie Bauer
22-627 CGT Eddie Bauer Adventurer Travel System
22-627 FRK Eddie Bauer Adventurer Travel System
22-627 SNW Eddie Bauer Adventurer Travel System
22-627 WPR Eddie Bauer Adventurer Travel System
22-627KGS Eddie Bauer Endeavor Travel System
22-655BYTE Eddie Bauer Endeavor Travel System
Sold at: Department and juvenile product stores nationwide from January 2008 through December 2009 for between $120 and $220.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should not use the handle of the car seat/carrier until the repair kit has been installed. The product can continue to be used as a car seat when properly installed in the vehicle. Contact Dorel Juvenile Group to receive a free repair kit.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Dorel Juvenile Group at (866) 762-3316 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firmâs Web site at www.djgusa.com/safety_notice.
Source: Dorel Recall Notice
Evenflo First Choice
Make: Evenflo
Models: 360 (First Choice)
Production Dates: January 16, 2009 - September 29, 2009
Noncompliance: Certain Evenflo First Choice infant child restraint systems, Model 3604098, manufactured between January 16 and September 29, 2009, fail to conform to the labeling requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 213, "Child Restraint Systems." A label containing important information was left off the seat.
Consequence: A label was inadvertently left off this product that contains certain required information about contacting Evenflo to register the car seat in case of a recall, information about contacting the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for recall information, as well as a statement certifying that the car seat complies with the safety standard and is certified for use in aircraft.
Corrective Action: Evenflo will mail the required labels along with placement instructions to registered owners free of charge. The safety campaign is expected to begin during November 2009. Owners may contact Evenflo toll-free at 1-800-233-5921 between 8am and 5pm EST.
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
NHTSA No.: 09C009000
Source: NHTSA Child Restraint Recall Campaign listing
First Choice Infant Car Seat Model 3604098
Attention Evenflo First Choice model 3604098 Infant Car Seat Owners
If you have an Evenflo First Choice, model number 3604098, manufactured between January 16, 2009 and September 29, 2009, contact Evenflo for a free set of labels. Due to a manufacturing error, a small number of First Choice infant car seats were shipped without an informational label applied to the seat. The model number and date of manufacture can be found by turning the seat upside down and examining the white label on the bottom of the seat. Please contact Evenflo at 800-233-5921 for a set of labels. You may continue to use your First Choice until your new labels arrive. The responsibility for this action rests solely with Evenflo, so please do not return the seat to your local retailer or distributor.
Source: Evenflo Recall Notice.
Mia Moda Viva and Viva Supreme
Make: Mia Moda (manufactured by Lerado Success, Inc.)
Models: Viva, Viva Supreme
Production Dates: - Not available
Defect: Lerado is recalling certain Mia Moda infant child restraints and bases, models Viva and Viva Supreme, Model Nos. 5000 (seat), 5001 (base), 5050 (seat), 5051 (base), 5070 (seat), 5071 (base), 5080 (seat), and 5081 (base). The harness splitter plate located on the rear of the seat has sharp edges which can cut the harness. Also, the base could crack in a crash.
Consequence: In the event of a crash, the child may not be adequately restrained, thereby increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action: Lerado will notify registered owners. Parents and caregivers are being advised to stop using the seat. A full refund will be offered. The safety recall is expected to begin during November 2009. Owners may contact Lerado at 1-717-735-3788 or toll-free at 1-877-546-8437.
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
NHTSA No.: 09C006000
Source: NHTSA Child Restraint Recall Campaign listing
Mia Moda Recall Notice
To consumers: Immediately stop using the child restraint.
To retailers: Stop selling the product.
Lerado, manufacturer of Mia Moda Viva and Viva Supreme car seats, is recalling the following Mia Moda infant child restraints and bases.
Models Viva and Viva Supreme. Model numbers:
5000 - Seat
5001 - Base
5050 - Seat
5051 - Base
5070 - Seat
5071 - Base
5080 - Seat
5081 - Base
All Viva infant child restraints and bases and all Viva Supreme infant child restraints and bases are affected by this recall. Vivas and Viva Supremes were manufactured from December 2006 through May 2009.
The harness splitter plate located on the rear of the seat has sharp edges which can cut the harness. Also, the base could crack in a crash. In the event of a crash, the child may not be adequately restrained, thereby increasing the risk of injury.
Lerado will notify registered owners and offer a full refund. The safety recall is expected to begin during November 2009. Owners may contact Lerado at 1-877-546-8437.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safecar.gov
According to Lerado/Mia Moda, there have been no injuries reported due to these problems and this is a voluntary precaution they are taking.
Source: Mia Moda Recall Notice and Mia Moda Customer Service representatives.
Dorel Juvenile Group
Make: Maxi-Cosi
Models: 22-371 (Mico), 22-372 (Mico), 22-515 (Mico)
Production Dates: July 1, 2007 - February 17, 2008
Defect: Dorel Juvenile Group (DJG) is recalling certain Maxi-Cosi Mico Infant Child Restraint Systems, Models 22-371 and 22-372, and Maxi-cosi Mico Infant Child Restraint System - base only, model 22-515, produced from July 2007 through February 17, 2008. Interference between the mounting bracket and the base caused by warping of the base or inadequate mating between the shell and the base mounting bracket can result in difficulty attaching or detaching the shell from the base.
Consequence: If the shell is improperly mounted to the base, the child could be injured in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action: DJG will notify all registered owners and will send a new Mico base to owners of the affected seats free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about July 24, 2009. Owners may contact DJG AT 1-877-657-9546.
NHTSA No.: 09C005000
Source: NHTSA Child Restraint Recall Campaign listing
Consumer Advisory: Dorel Recalls 28,350 Maxi-Cosi Mico Infant Seats
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is alerting consumers of a recall involving certain Dorel Juvenile Group's Maxi-Cosi Mico infant child restraints.
Dorel is recalling the child restraints because of attachment difficulties between the infant carrier and the base. If the carrier is improperly mounted to the base, the child could be injured in the event of a crash. The affected models include the Maxi-Cosi Mico infant child restraint systems, Models 22-371 and 22-372, and Maxi-Cosi Mico infant child restraint system - base only, Model 22-515, produced from July 2007 through February 17, 2008.
Dorel will replace the Mico base free of charge. For more information, owners may contact the company's customer service department at 1-877-657-9546 or http://www.djgusa.com/
In addition, parents and caregivers are urged to sign up with NHTSA to automatically receive updates about child seat recalls via email. The agency's research shows that fewer than half of all affected consumers respond to child seat recalls.
Consumers may sign-up for recall notifications from the federal government by visiting www.safercar.gov and clicking on the "e-mail" or "RSS" option to register. Consumers with questions about this or any other safety recall campaign may call NHTSA's toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153).
Click here to see if your Mico Infant Car Seat is affected by this recall.
http://safetynotice.djgusa.com/mico/inspection.php
Click here to watch the Mico Infant Car Seat Ease of Use Installation Video.
http://safetynotice.djgusa.com/mico/video.php
Source: Maxi-Cosi Safety Notices
TriplePlay Products
Make: Sit'n'Stroll
Models: 4002
Production Dates: May 5, 2008
Defect: Triple Play Products, LLC is recalling certain Sit'n'Stroll child restraint systems, Model 4002, manufactured on May 5, 2008. The webbing used in the center adjuster for the harness fails to comply with the initial breaking strength requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 213, "Child Restraint Systems."
Consequence: In the event of a crash, the child may not be properly restrained, possibly resulting in injury to the child.
Remedy: Triple Play will notify owners and provide a free repair kit along with instructions to replace the center adjuster webbing. The safety recall is expected to begin during May/June 2009. Owners may contact Triple Play consumer information line toll-free at 1-800-829-1625.
NHTSA No.: 09C004000
Source: NHTSA Child Restraint Recall Campaign listing
Recaro - April 2009 Amendment
The date range listed below is an expansion of the initial 02/01/08 - 09/30/08 date range for this recall. In addition, the recall was expanded to include Como as well as Signo models listed in the initial notice.
Make: Recaro
Models: Como and Signo
Production Dates: November 1, 2007 - February 16, 2009
Defect: Recaro North America, Inc. is recalling certain Signo and Como child restraint systems manufactured from November 1, 2007 to February 16, 2009. A mechanical spring, located inside the locking cam, was manufactured outside the dimensional requirements. The central front adjuster strap on those seats containing the incorrectly manufactured spring will slip within the metal adjuster (a-lock) and this prevents the harness from being securely tightened.
Consequence: If this condition existed and a vehicle crash occurred, the child would not be properly secured in their child restraint system and may sustain injury.
Corrective Action: Recaro will notify owners and replace any defective child restraint system free of charge. The recall began on March 12, 2009. Owners can contact Recaro customer service toll-free at 1-888-473-2290.
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TYY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
NHTSA No.: 09C002000
Source: NHTSA Child Restraint Recall Campaign listing
Team-Tex
Manufacturer: Team-Tex America, Inc
Model or Model No.: Babyride / 374199
Production Dates: Dec 18, 2008 - Dec 18, 2008
Potential Number of Units Affected: 200
Summary: Team-Tex America, Inc. is recalling certain Babyride infant child restraint systems, Model 374199, manufactured on December 18, 2008. The belt routing label with the "horizontal reference line" is incorrectly placed on the child restraint system which fails to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 213, "Child Restraints Systems."
Consequence: Improperly routed belts could result in injury to the child in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Team-Tex will notify owners and mail labels along with instructions for proper placement of the label. The safety recall is expected to begin during April 2009. Owners may contact Team-Tex at 1-877-912-1313.
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TYY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
NHTSA No.: 09C003000
Source: Search NHTSA Child Restraint Recalls
Recaro
Make: Recaro
Models: Signo
Production Dates: February 1, 2008 - September 30, 2008
Defect: Recaro North America, Inc. is recalling 5,444 Signo child restraint assemblies manufactured from February to September 2008. The central front adjuster strap on some seats may slip within the metal adjuster (a lock) that controls tightness of the harness and may prevent the harness from being properly tightened.
Consequence: If this condition existed and a vehicle crash occurred, the child would not be properly secured in their child restraint system and may sustain injury.
Corrective Action: Recaro will notify owners and replace any defective child restraint system free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during March 2009. Owners can contact Recaro customer service toll-free at 1-888-473-2290.
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TYY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
NHTSA No.: 09C002000
Source: NHTSA Child Restraint Recall Campaign listing
Primo Viaggio SIP 30/30 Safety Campaign
Replacement part available for Primo Viaggio SIP 30/30
12-22-2008
Peg Perego has taken this voluntary action because mold flash may exist on the car seat restraint harness adjuster covers manufactured between July 2007 and March 2008. (Mold flash is a situation where excess plastic leaks from the mold and creates an unintended edge on the component.) Peg Perego has received 91 complaints of cuts, scratches or abrasions on the feet or legs of bare-footed infants. In the reported incidents, the children were not seriously injured.
Although this part passed the Sharp Edge Test as mandated under federal safety testing procedures, the mold has been redesigned to eliminate the problem on subsequent production.
A new adjuster cover has been sent to all customers whose registered Peg Perego Primo Viaggio SIP 30/30 car seats fall within the July 2007-March 2008 manufacturing window. To ensure no one is missed, Peg Perego will send a new adjuster cover free of charge to any customer who requests one by calling Peg Perego toll-free at 1-800-671-1701.
Child safety and comfort is Peg Perego's top priority. To ensure that it remains as such, Peg Perego is providing an Online Associate to facilitate customer interaction on the web. It is Peg Perego's goal to effectively and proactively communicate with the public through this medium.
Source: Peg Perego USA www.pegperego.com
PEG PEREGO USA, INC.
Make: Peg Perego
Models: Primo Viaggo SIP 30/30
Production Dates: July 1, 2007 - March 14, 2008
Safety Improvement: The plastic adjustment cover on certain Peg Perego Primo Viaggo SIP 30/30 infant child restraint systems manufactured between July 1, 2007 and March 14, 2008, could have an exposed mold flash with a sharp edge. The model numbers of the affected seats are Peg Perego IMUN00US32MD41KN41, IMUN00US35CR13BU13, IMUN00US35CR13PL46, IMUN00US35CR24BU24, IMUN00US35TL49KN53, IMUN00US35TL53KN46, IMUN00US61ST13IC53, IMUN00US61ST34IC53, AND IMUN00US61ST48IC53.
Consequence: The sharp edge of the flash could cause cuts, scratches, or abrasions on the feet or legs of bare-footed infants.
Corrective Action: Peg Perego will notify registered owners and provide a free repair kit. This safety campaign began during April 2008. Owners may contact Peg Perego toll-free at 1-800-671-1701.
Notes: Peg Perego has not made a decision that these units contain a safety related defect, however Peg Perego is providing a free repair kit. Customers may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
NHTSA No.: 09C001000
Source: NHTSA Child Restraint Recall Campaign listing
Britax Frontier Harness-2-Booster
Britax Announces Voluntary Safety Recall
CHARLOTTE, NC (December 12, 2008) - Britax Child Safety, Inc. announced today that it is conducting a voluntary safety recall on the Frontier combination Harness-2-Booster child restraints. The recall includes Frontier child restraints manufactured between April 1, 2008 and September 14, 2008 for Model #s E9L54E7, E9L54H6, E9L54H7 and E9L54M6 and between April 1, 2008 and September 17, 2008 on Model # E9L5490.
If the harness straps are repeatedly loosened one strap at a time, then the harness strap(s) may become detached from the metal yoke located on the back of the child seat. If the harness strap(s) becomes loose or detached then the condition can be corrected by inspecting the back of the child seat and reattaching the harness straps. If this condition occurs, the child may not be properly restrained, and in the event of a vehicle crash there could be an increased risk of injury.
To address this issue, Britax will provide two rubber caps that can be easily placed on the yoke slots to prevent the harness straps from detaching. The rubber caps have been specifically designed for the Frontier yoke to provide a secure fit and have been tested to verify their effectiveness.
No later than January 7, 2009, the rubber caps will be mailed with an instruction sheet to all registered Frontier child restraint owners with manufacturing dates prior to September 15 or 18, 2008. Additional caps will be made available to retailers with affected inventory of Frontiers manufactured prior to September 15 or 18, 2008. All Frontier child restraint owners should confirm whether their Frontier is affected by verifying the date of manufacture. Detailed instructions for locating this information can be found at www.FrontierRecall.com
Until consumers receive their remedy kit, they should confirm that their harness system is properly attached to the metal yoke and they may continue to safely use their child restraint.
Owners of the Frontier child restraint who have not registered their product or need to verify existing registration should contact the Britax information line, toll free at 1-800-683-2045 or visit www.FrontierRecall.com.
Source: Britax Press Release www.BritaxUSA.com
Graco ComfortSport
Make: Graco
Models: 8C04FRR (Comfort Sport), 8C04FRR2 (Comfort Sport)
Production Dates: November 1, 2006 - October 8, 2007
Noncompliance: Graco is recalling 43,994 Comfortsport (TM) convertible car seats, in the Frazier (TM) fashion, manufactured from November 1, 2006 through October 8, 2007. These seats were equipped with a large sized, supplemental pad or "body pillow" that partially obscures the child airbag warning label which is on the seat pad. The partial obscuring of this label fails to conform with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 213, "Child Restraint Systems".
Consequence: Serious injury could occur to the child should the seat be improperly placed in the vehicle.
Corrective Action: Graco will notify owners and instruct them to discard the supplemental pillows. The pillows are provided for comfort only and do not affect the seat's ability to protect your child in the event of a crash. The recall is expected to begin during December 2008. Owners may contact graco at 1-800-345-4109 or by e-mail at consumerservices@gracobaby.com.
Notes: Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA No.: 08C009000
Source: NHTSA Child Restraint Recall Campaign listing
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