Reported Mar 1, 199611,000 vehicles affectedCENTURY PRODUCTSBuilt Nov 1, 1995 – Feb 1, 1996
The defect
This child safety seat utilizes a latch assembly where a variation in the components resulted in the potential for a buckle to release. This does not conform to the dynamic testing requirements of fmvss no. 213.
The remedy
Century will provide a retrofit kit so owners can easily replace the latch assembly.
System: equipment; child seat; independent; fmvss no. 213. Equipment description: child safety seats, model 4750, smartmove convertible car seat. Consequence of noncompliance: occupants of the safety seat would face an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident.note: notification to consumers and retailers to begin in april 1996.note: if owners do not receive the remedy free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact century at 1-800-583-4093. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.( previous recall number 96e005000)