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Model(s): Galaxy 2000 Booster Seat Model 960 and 961 (with back).
Production Dates: November 25, 1998, to January 31, 1999 Noncompliance: These car seats were improperly manufactured with defective backs and cushions which are weaker in strength. In the event of a vehicle crash, the child car seat backs and cushions can completely separate. These car seats do not meet the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 213, Child Restraint Systems.
Corrective Action: Consumers will be sent free replacement parts and installation instructions.
Model(s): Galaxy 2000 Booster Seat Model 960 and 961 (with back).
Production Dates: All Galaxy 2000 Booster Seats are included in the recall.
Noncompliance: When the shoulder belt portion of a vehicle's 3-point safety harness is not properly positioned, excessive chest forces may result during a sudden deceleration. These booster r seats do not meet the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 213, Child Restraint Systems.
Corrective Action: Instructions will be provided to show consumers the proper position for the seat belt when using the Galaxy 2000.
Model(s): Boulevard - E9L57 - Child restraint systems
Production Dates: March 1, 2006 - August 1, 2006
Noncompliance: During testing, the tether hook opened which fails to conform to the dynamic performance and child restraint system integrity requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 213, Child Restraint Systems.
Corrective Action: If the top tether hook opens during a crash, the child restraint could change from an upright to a reclined position increasing the risk of injury to the child. Registered owners will automatically receive labels along with instructions advising caregivers to discontinue use of the top tether when the child reaches 50 lbs. The recall is expected to begin on December 1, 2006.
Model(s): Super Elite Child Restraint System, Model E9031
Production Dates: April 2001 through August 2002
Defect: The adjuster assembly can stick in the open position which may result in a loose harness. If the harness is loose while in operation, the child may not be properly protected in the event of a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in serious injury.
Corrective Action: Registered owners will automatically be sent a repair kit along with repair instructions. In the meantime, customers should continue to use the car seat but check that the harness is secure before each use.
Model(s): All Marathon (E9L06), Wizard (E9L07), Husky (E9L30) child restraints, as well as restraints manufactured by Britax for Snug Seat under the model name Traveller Plus (E9L32).
Production Dates:
Marathon - 8/2/02 - 7/23/04, Husky - 8/11/02 - 7/23/04, Wizard - 7/16/03 - 7/23/04, Traveller Plus - 12/2/03 - 7/23/04
Defect: The A-Lok adjuster assembly can allow slippage of the webbing resulting in loosening of the harness straps. If the slippage were to occur in the event of a vehicle crash, the child would move too far forward, possibly increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action: Registered owners will receive a replacement adjuster strap by September 30, 2004. In the meantime, registered owners will receive instructions on how to check the seat for slippage after every use. If slippage is occurring before replacement straps can be mailed, the use of the restraint should be stopped and customers should contact Britax for further assistance.
Model(s): Husky child restraints
Production Dates: October 7, 2002 to December 8, 2003
Noncompliance: In the event of a vehicle crash, these restraints, when secured with a lap belt as described in the user's manual, could allow the child's head to move further forward than allowed by Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 213, Child Restraint Systems.
Corrective Action: Registered owners will be provided with labels and instructions for the application of the labels to be placed over the corresponding instructions in the current user's guide and on the restraint cover. Non-registered owners are strongly urged to register their child seat with the manufacturer in case of future safety recalls. Parents should continue to use the infant car seat while waiting to receive and install the repair kit because it will still provide better protection than an adult seat belt or no restraint.
Model(s): Super Elite youth restraints Model E9031
Production Dates: April 25, 2001, to February 15, 2002
Noncompliance: These seats do not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 213, Child Restraint Systems. In the event of a vehicle crash, forces could cause the child's head to move further forward than allowed by Safety Standard 213.
Corrective Action: All consumers who returned a registration card to Britax will automatically receive a free replacement harness system along with instructions - including TPE pads (also known as hugs - harness ultra-guard system).
Model(s): Advantage convertible child restraint Model E9022
Production Dates: March 5, to July 26, 2001
Noncompliance: The tether brackets used during the affected period may allow one of the tether attachments to separate from the seat shell in a vehicle crash. Separation of one of the tether brackets from the seat shell could cause increased head excursion. These seats do not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 213, Child Restraint Systems.
Corrective Action: Britax will send out a metal ring replacement kit along with repair instructions to its customers free of charge.
Model(s): Roundabout Model 161
Production Dates: January 13 - March 14, 1999
Noncompliance: 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. In a crash, additional head movement could allow a child's head to strike something in the vehicle and lead to injury.
Model(s): Freeway Model 101
Production Dates: June 1, 1996 - April 18, 1997
Noncompliance: The belt buckle can open by lifting up on the pushbutton at less than the 9 pound minimum force required in Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 213, Child Restraint Systems." This means that a child can more easily open the buckle.
Corrective Action: Britax will provide owners with a newly designed replacement buckle and installation instructions.
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