Safeline Kids, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #03C009000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03C009000 by Safeline Kids, Inc.. Includes 10,495 affected units, SAFELINE KIDS/FMVSS 213/HEAD EXCURSION, component: CHILD SEAT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Sit "n" stroll rear-facing and forward-facing convertible child restraints model #2003, manufactured between september 1, 2002, and october 21, 2003. when the seat is secured in the vehicle using the lower forward-facing belt path or when the shoulder and buckle pads included with the restraint are used, forces during a crash could cause the child's head to move forward further than allowed by the federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 213, "child restraint systems." shoulder and buckle pads may interfere with the harness becoming properly snug.

Corrective Action

Safeline kids will mail repair instructions and a revised owners manual. owners are being asked to remove and discard the shoulder and buckle pads from the harness before continuing to use the seat. the shoulder and buckle pads may interfere with the harness becoming properly snug. Also, owners should only use the upper forward-facing belt path. there is no problem when the seat is used in the rear-facing position for children weighing less than 20 pounds. owners who have not registered their product may contact safeline kids' toll-free number (800-829-1625) between 8:30 am to 4:30 pm mst monday through thursday or between 8:30 am and 3:00 pm mst friday. they may also e-mail safeline kids at service@safelinekids.com.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 03C009000

Manufacturer: Safeline Kids, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2003-11-03T00:00:00

Subject: Safeline kids/fmvss 213/head excursion

Component: Child Seat

Potentially Affected Units: 10,495

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Child Seat

Defect Summary: Sit "n" stroll rear-facing and forward-facing convertible child restraints model #2003, manufactured between september 1, 2002, and october 21, 2003. when the seat is secured in the vehicle using the lower forward-facing belt path or when the shoulder and buckle pads included with the restraint are used, forces during a crash could cause the child's head to move forward further than allowed by the federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 213, "child restraint systems." shoulder and buckle pads may interfere with the harness becoming properly snug.

Consequence Summary: In the event of a vehicle crash, there is an increased risk of head injury to the child.

Corrective Action: Safeline kids will mail repair instructions and a revised owners manual. owners are being asked to remove and discard the shoulder and buckle pads from the harness before continuing to use the seat. the shoulder and buckle pads may interfere with the harness becoming properly snug. Also, owners should only use the upper forward-facing belt path. there is no problem when the seat is used in the rear-facing position for children weighing less than 20 pounds. owners who have not registered their product may contact safeline kids' toll-free number (800-829-1625) between 8:30 am to 4:30 pm mst monday through thursday or between 8:30 am and 3:00 pm mst friday. they may also e-mail safeline kids at service@safelinekids.com.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-3yib-yjv8.zdad

NHTSA ID: 03C009000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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