NHTSA recall 04C002000 · Child seat
Child seat › Harness › Strap/webbing
The defect
Britax marathon, wizard, husky, and traveller plus child restraints. the a-lok adjuster assembly can allow slippage of the webbing resulting in loosening of the harness straps.
The risk
If slippage were to occur in the event of a vehicle crash, the child could move too far forward, possibly increasing the risk of injury.
The remedy
Registered owners will be notified of this condition on or about august 11, 2004, along with instructions to check for slippage after every use. if slippage IS occurring before replacement straps can be mailed, the use of the restraint should be stopped and customers should contact britax at 1-800-683-2045 for further assistance. registered owners will receive a replacement adjuster strap by september 30, 2004.