Recalls for OEM Parts Century 4450gd

DEFECT #1 - CHILD SEAT

Posted on: 1990-01-22
Description
These safety seats exceed the post impact buckle release force requirement of 16 lbs.  Maximum during testing.  Not in compliance with fmvss 213.w.

Consequence
In a traffic accident, this could prevent the adult or parent from quickly removing the child from the car seat, creating a further safety hazard for the child.

Corrective Action
Replace harness assemblies with new version that includes a modified latch torque.

Notes
System: child safety seat; fmvss 213.equipment description: models 4450gd, 4460fe, and 4475ga.( previous recall number 90e002000)

DEFECT #2 - CHILD SEAT

Posted on: 1990-07-13
Description
Latch tongues broke during impact in routine infant car seat crash testing at 30 mph.

Consequence
During severe impact, child might submarine out of seat with potential for severe injury or death.

Corrective Action
Replace latch tongue.

Notes
System: child safety seat.equipment description: infant safety seats.  Century 3000: models 4365mc, 4365dt, 4366bh, 4368bh;century 5000: models 4450gd, 4460dt, 4460fe, 4470mc, 4475gu.( previous recall number 90e017000)