Safety Recall NHTSA · 08C008000 Reported June 23, 2008

Latch connector locking pawl

Baby Trend, Inc. · Child Seat · 5,787 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
08C008000
Manufacturer Campaign
6400
Manufacturer
Baby Trend, Inc.
Component
Child Seat
Vehicles Affected
5,787
Recall Type
Child Seat
Report Received
June 23, 2008

Defect Summary

Baby trend is recalling 5,787 latch-loc car seats, models magnum 6439, galaxy 6481, silverado 6448, and 6400s stand alone bases, manufactured between may 14, 2007 and april 1, 2008. incorrect steel was used on the latch connector locking pawl.

Safety Consequence

The latch connector locking pawl can crack allowing the child safety seat base to detach from the vehicle's latch anchors during a severe crash. this can result in the seat failing to provide the proper protection for its occupant.

Corrective Action

Baby trend will notify owners and replace the base free of charge. only rigid latch-loc model child restraints are involved in this recall. the recall began on august 11, 2008. owners can contact baby trend toll-free at 1-800-328-7363.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Baby Trend, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 08C008000 or campaign 6400.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 08C008000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 08C008000?

NHTSA recall 08C008000 was issued by Baby Trend, Inc. on June 23, 2008. It addresses: Latch connector locking pawl. The recall affects approximately 5,787 vehicles, with the defect involving the Child Seat component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Baby Trend, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08C008000 or the manufacturer campaign number 6400. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.