Graco Children's Products, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #16C002000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16C002000 by Graco Children's Products, Inc.. Affecting extend2fit convertible child seats manufactured november 27, 2015, to january 20, 2016 Includes 15,064 affected units, Incorrect Position of Reclining Label/FMVSS 213, component: CHILD SEAT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

extend2fit convertible child seats manufactured november 27, 2015, to january 20, 2016

Defect Summary

Graco children's products, inc. (graco) is recalling certain extend2fit convertible child seats manufactured november 27, 2015, to january 20, 2016. the affected child seats may have the recline label affixed at the wrong location, resulting in confusion about how to use the seat properly. as such, these child seats fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 213, "child restraint systems."

Corrective Action

Graco will notify owners and provide a new corrected label with application instructions, free of charge. the recall began on march 22, 2016. owners may contact graco customer service at 1-800-345-4109.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16C002000

Manufacturer: Graco Children's Products, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2016-02-02T00:00:00

Subject: Incorrect position of reclining label/fmvss 213

Component: Child Seat

Potentially Affected Units: 15,064

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Child Seat

Defect Summary: Graco children's products, inc. (graco) is recalling certain extend2fit convertible child seats manufactured november 27, 2015, to january 20, 2016. the affected child seats may have the recline label affixed at the wrong location, resulting in confusion about how to use the seat properly. as such, these child seats fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 213, "child restraint systems."

Consequence Summary: If the instructions are followed as shown, a rear-facing infant could be placed in an upright position and/or a forward-facing toddler could be placed in a recline position. either scenario may increase the risk of injury to the child in the event of a crash.

Corrective Action: Graco will notify owners and provide a new corrected label with application instructions, free of charge. the recall began on march 22, 2016. owners may contact graco customer service at 1-800-345-4109.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 77.5

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NHTSA ID: 16C002000

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