Key Takeaway
EQUIPMENT:CHILD SEAT by GRACO CHILDREN'S PRODUCTS was recalled on April 30, 1986. What to do: CONSUMERS WILL INSTALL A GUARD PROVIDED BY THE MANUFACTURER IN KIT FORM THAT WILL PREVENT THE SEAT FROM INTERFERING WITH THE RECLINE ADJUSTM...
EQUIPMENT:CHILD SEAT
Description
IN SOME AUTOMOBILES THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SEAT MAY INTERFER WITH THE OPERATION OF THE RECLINE ADJUSTMENT LATCHING MECHANISM ON THE CHILD RESTRAINT IN THE INFANT (REAR FACING) POSITION. SHOULD THE ADJUSTMENT LATCH BE HELD IN THE RELEASED (UNLOCKED) POSITION DURING AN ACCIDENT, THE GT1000 WILL NOT PROVIDE OCCUPANT PROTECTION AS SPECIFIED BY FMVSS NO. 213. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: AN UNLATCHED SEAT THAT HAS THE ADJUSTMENT RELEASE HANDLE HELD IN THE RELEASED POSITION COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY TO THE OCCUPANT OF THE RESTRAINT AND TO OTHER OCCUPANTS OF THE AUTOMOBILE IF THE VEHICLE IS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
CONSUMERS WILL INSTALL A GUARD PROVIDED BY THE MANUFACTURER IN KIT FORM THAT WILL PREVENT THE SEAT FROM INTERFERING WITH THE RECLINE ADJUSTMENT LEVER. NOTE: FOR FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS CONCERNING THE CORRECTIVE ACTION ON THIS CHILD SEAT, MODEL GT1000 MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JANUARY 1985 AND JANUARY 1986, CALL GRACO TOLL FREE NUMBER 1 800 345 4109, PENNSYLVANIA RESIDENTS CALL COLLECT, 215-286-5951.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
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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 WILL INSTALL A GUARD PROVIDED BY THE MANUFACTURER IN KIT FORM THAT WILL PREVENT THE SEAT FROM INTERFERING WITH THE RECLINE ADJUSTMENT LEVER....
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.