Key Takeaway
FMVSS 213/RESTRAINT CARRIER DETACHMENT FROM BASE by MIAMODA, INC. was recalled on November 9, 2007. What to do: MIAMODA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND MAIL A REPAIR KIT ALONG WITH REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS AND A REGISTRATION FORM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER...
FMVSS 213/RESTRAINT CARRIER DETACHMENT FROM BASE
Description
CERTAIN MIAMODA, MODEL VIVA, INFANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS OR THE SEPARATELY SOLD BASES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN DECEMBER 19, 2006, AND FEBRUARY 6, 2007. IN CERTAIN MOTOR VEHICLES, THE LOWER ANCHOR CONNECTOR ADJUSTER ASSEMBLY MAY INTERFERE WITH THE CONNECTION OF THE INFANT CARRIER TO THE BASE. ALSO, REGISTRATION CARDS WERE NOT PROVIDED WITH THE VIVA INFANT RESTRAINT SYSTEM OR THE SEPARATELY SOLD BASES WHICH FAILS TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 213, CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS.
Injuries / Consequence
UNLESS ALL CONNECTION POINTS (TWO IN FRONT AND TWO IN REAR) ARE FIRMLY CONNECTED, IN THE EVENT OF A SEVERE VEHICLE CRASH, THE RESTRAINT CARRIER MAY DETACH FROM THE BASE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD. ALSO, WITHOUT REGISTRATION CARDS, OWNERS MAY FAIL TO REGISTER THEIR INFANT RESTRAINT SYSTEM WITH THE MANUFACTURER, MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO NOTIFY THEM IN THE EVENT OF A FUTURE RECALL.
Remedy
MIAMODA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND MAIL A REPAIR KIT ALONG WITH REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS AND A REGISTRATION FORM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 28, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT MIAMODA CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-866-642-6632 OR VISIT THEIR WEBSITE AT WWW.MIAMODAINC.COM.
Products Affected
Vehicle
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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: MIAMODA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND MAIL A REPAIR KIT ALONG WITH REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS AND A REGISTRATION FORM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 28, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT MIAMODA CUSTOMER SER...
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.