Graco Children's Products, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #14C001000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14C001000 by Graco Children's Products, Inc.. Includes 4,176,601 affected units, Buckle may not Unlatch, component: CHILD SEAT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On february 7, 2014, graco children's products, inc. (graco) informed nhtsa that it would be recalling model year 2009 through 2013 toddler and booster child restraints, models cozy cline, comfort sport, classic ride 50, my ride 65, my ride w/safety surround, my ride 70, size 4 me 70, smart seat, nautilus, nautilus elite, and argos 70. On march 7, 2014, graco informed nhtsa it would be including an additional 403,222 seats in this recall, including certain model year 2006 through 2014 argos 70 elite, ready ride, step 2, my ride 65 with safety surround, my size 70, head wise 70 with safety surround, nautilus 3-in-1, nautilus plus, and smart seat with safety surround. the defect involves difficulty in unlatching the harness buckle. In some cases, the buckle becomes stuck in a latched condition so that it cannot be opened by depressing the buckle's release button.

Corrective Action

Graco is offering to replace the buckle with a new design, free of charge. the recall began on february 14, 2014. owners wil be offered the free replacement buckle. all other owners may contact graco at 1-800-345-4109 (toll-free) or 1-330-869-7225, or online at www.consumerservices@gracobaby.com.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14C001000

Manufacturer: Graco Children's Products, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2014-02-10T00:00:00

Subject: Buckle may not unlatch

Component: Child Seat

Potentially Affected Units: 4,176,601

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Child Seat

Defect Summary: On february 7, 2014, graco children's products, inc. (graco) informed nhtsa that it would be recalling model year 2009 through 2013 toddler and booster child restraints, models cozy cline, comfort sport, classic ride 50, my ride 65, my ride w/safety surround, my ride 70, size 4 me 70, smart seat, nautilus, nautilus elite, and argos 70. On march 7, 2014, graco informed nhtsa it would be including an additional 403,222 seats in this recall, including certain model year 2006 through 2014 argos 70 elite, ready ride, step 2, my ride 65 with safety surround, my size 70, head wise 70 with safety surround, nautilus 3-in-1, nautilus plus, and smart seat with safety surround. the defect involves difficulty in unlatching the harness buckle. In some cases, the buckle becomes stuck in a latched condition so that it cannot be opened by depressing the buckle's release button.

Consequence Summary: It may be difficult to remove the child from the restraint, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a vehicle crash, fire, or other emergency, in which a prompt exit from the vehicle is required.

Corrective Action: Graco is offering to replace the buckle with a new design, free of charge. the recall began on february 14, 2014. owners wil be offered the free replacement buckle. all other owners may contact graco at 1-800-345-4109 (toll-free) or 1-330-869-7225, or online at www.consumerservices@gracobaby.com.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 22.31

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