Key Takeaway

BRITAX/FMVSS 213 HARNESS ADJUSTER by BRITAX CHILD SAFETY, INC. was recalled on June 22, 2000. What to do: CONSUMERS WITH THE AFFECTED SEATS ARE BEING INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT BRITAX IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A FREE REPAIR KIT.

NHTSA Ongoing

BRITAX/FMVSS 213 HARNESS ADJUSTER

Recalled: June 22, 2000 ~9,922 units affected 00C034

Description

EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: ROUNDABOUT CONVERTIBLE CHILD RESTRAINTS, MODEL 161, MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JANUARY 13 AND MARCH 14, 1999. THE SHELLS MANUFACTURED DURING THIS TIME MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY MOLDED AND COULD ALLOW HIGHER HEAD EXCURSIONS THAN ALLOWED BY FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 213, "CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS." AN INSUFFICIENT PARTING LINE BOND IN THE AREA OF THE HARNESS ADJUSTER ATTACHMENT MAY LEAD TO ADJUSTER MOVEMENT UNDER CRASH LOADS THAT COULD ALLOW A CHILD'S HEAD TO MOVE FURTHER THAN THE PERMITTED LIMITS.

Injuries / Consequence

IN A CRASH, ADDITIONAL HEAD MOVEMENT COULD ALLOW A CHILD'S HEAD TO STRIKE SOMETHING IN THE VEHICLE AND LEAD TO INJURY.

Remedy

CONSUMERS WITH THE AFFECTED SEATS ARE BEING INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT BRITAX IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A FREE REPAIR KIT.

Products Affected

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Company Information

BRITAX CHILD SAFETY, INC.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this recall still active?

Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.

How do I check if my product is affected?

Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.

What remedy is available for this recall?

The listed remedy for this recall is: CONSUMERS WITH THE AFFECTED SEATS ARE BEING INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT BRITAX IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A FREE REPAIR KIT.

Where can I find the original recall notice?

This recall was issued by NHTSA. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.

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