Recaro Child Safety, Llc | NHTSA Recall #13C001000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13C001000 by Recaro Child Safety, Llc. Affecting recaro prosport model 385 child restraints, manufactured from june 16, 2010, through january 31, 2013 Includes 39,181 affected units, FMVSS 213/Head Excursion, component: CHILD SEAT, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsrecaro prosport model 385 child restraints, manufactured from june 16, 2010, through january 31, 2013
Defect Summary
Recaro child safety llc (recaro) is recalling certain recaro prosport model 385 child restraints, manufactured from june 16, 2010, through january 31, 2013. when the affected child seats are installed with the latch lower anchors only (without the top tether), the child's head can move excessively, increasing the risk of injury. as such, these seats fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 213, "child restraint systems."
Corrective Action
Recaro will notify registered owners and will provide, at no cost, a label to affix over the existing information label and a complete set of new instructions informing owners to discontinue use of the latch system when the weight of the child reaches 40 pounds. the campaign began on september 26, 2014. owners may contact recaro at 1-888-973-2276.