Key Takeaway

GRACO/INFANT CAR SEAT BASE/MISSING HOOKS AND PINS by GRACO CHILDREN'S PRODUCTS was recalled on March 12, 2003. What to do: GRACO WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS, PROVIDE INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO RETURN YOUR CAR SEAT TO GRACO IF THE BASE IS MISSING THE...

NHTSA Ongoing

GRACO/INFANT CAR SEAT BASE/MISSING HOOKS AND PINS

Recalled: March 12, 2003 ~683,926 units affected 03C003

Description

GRACO IS RECALLING THE SNUGRIDE INFANT CAR SEATS. MODELS THAT HAVE THE FOLLOWING NUMBERS WITHIN THE MODEL NUMBER: 8402, 8412, 8442, 8442L, 8443, 8443L, 8444, 8444L, 8446, 8446L, 8447, 8447L, 8448, 8448L, 8457, 8458, 8459, 8601, 8463, 8464, 8470, 8471, 8478 AND C844342, AND WERE MANUFACTURED BETWEEN MARCH 1, 2002, AND MARCH 6, 2003, ARE INCLUDED. SOME OF THE SEATSMAY HAVE MISSING HARDWARE THAT IS TO ATTACH THE CARRIER TO THE BASE. IF THE HARDWARE IS MISSING, THE CARRIER MAY NOT BE SECURELY ATTACHED TO THE BASE. GRACO HAS DECIDED TO EXPAND THIS RECALL TO INCLUDE ADDITIONAL SNUGRIDE INFANT CHILD RESTRAINTS WHICH HAVE A MANUFACTURE DATE OF MARCH 7 OR 8, 2003. THE MODEL NUMBERS FOR THE ADDITIONAL SEATS ARE 8402L03, 840301, 840302, 840303, 8442GMP, 8442LBLW, 8442LCYP, 8442LMAD, 8444LHAB, 8444LHIG, 8446LFKB, 8446LVIN, 8447LHAV, 8448LSAR, 8463AMB, 8463GMP, 8463JUN, 8463YL, 8464MAC, 8464MEL, 8602AMB, 8602JUN, 8602MAN, 8603MIC, 8603MLL, 8605HIG, 8605KER, 8605PLT, 8607LAG, 8607NGS, 8608DIA, AND 8609FOF. NOTIFICATION TO REGISTERED OWNERS OF THE ADDITIONAL INFANT CHILD RESTRAINTS IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN AUGUST 1, 2003.

Injuries / Consequence

IN THE EVENT OF A SUDDEN STOP OR VEHICLE CRASH, THE CARRIER MAY DETACH FROM THE BASE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

Remedy

GRACO WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS, PROVIDE INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO RETURN YOUR CAR SEAT TO GRACO IF THE BASE IS MISSING THE HOOKS OR PINS. GRACO WILL REPLACE THE BASE FREE OF CHARGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 12, 2003. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT GRACO AT 866-473-0163.

Products Affected

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Company Information

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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: GRACO WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS, PROVIDE INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO RETURN YOUR CAR SEAT TO GRACO IF THE BASE IS MISSING THE HOOKS OR PINS. GRACO WILL REPLACE THE BASE FREE O...

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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