Key Takeaway

COSCO/FMVSS 213 by COSCO, INC. was recalled on September 16, 1997. What to do: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS AND IF THEIR SEAT IS INVOLVED, OWNERS WILL BE SENT A FREE REPAIR KIT AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION...

NHTSA Ongoing

COSCO/FMVSS 213

Recalled: September 16, 1997 ~7,863 units affected 97C030

Description

EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: TOURIVA 5-POINT (MODELS, 02-514-BWE, 02-584-OXF, AND 02-518-NDF) AND TOURIVA OVERHEAD SHIELD (MODELS, 02-014-EMF, 02-014-GDM, AND 02-015-PLD) CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS. WHEN THESE SEATS WERE TESTED DYNAMICALLY PER THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 213, "CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS," STRUCTURAL FAILURE OCURED IN THE BELT PATH AREA OF THE SHELL IN THE FORWARD FACING RECLINDED MODEL ONLY.

Injuries / Consequence

IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY TO THE OCCUPANT.

Remedy

OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS AND IF THEIR SEAT IS INVOLVED, OWNERS WILL BE SENT A FREE REPAIR KIT AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.

Products Affected

Vehicle

Vehicles

Company Information

COSCO, 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: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS AND IF THEIR SEAT IS INVOLVED, OWNERS WILL BE SENT A FREE REPAIR KIT AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.

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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