Dorel Juvenile Group is recalling certain Maxi-Cosi Pria 85 Convertible child seats
— Recall Campaign #21C003000
Dorel Juvenile Group (Dorel) is recalling certain Maxi-Cosi Pria 85 Convertible child seats. When the seat is installed in the forward facing position and secured to the car using the lap belt without also using the top tether, the seat may not adequately protect the child from head injury in the event of a crash. As such, these child seats fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 213, "Child Restraint Systems."
The recall was influenced by the Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance with about 119,863 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
21C003000
| Manufacturer: | Dorel Juvenile Group |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | August 24, 2021 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 21C003000 |
| Units affected: | 119,863 |
- Description:
- Dorel Juvenile Group (Dorel) is recalling certain Maxi-Cosi Pria 85 Convertible child seats. When the seat is installed in the forward facing position and secured to the car using the lap belt without also using the top tether, the seat may not adequately protect the child from head injury in the event of a crash. As such, these child seats fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 213, "Child Restraint Systems."
- Consequeces:
- If the seat is installed with only the lap belt, the child has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- No remedy has been established at this time. Owner notification letters were mailed October 8, 2021. Owners may contact Dorel customer service at 1-877-657-9546.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.