Recalls for OEM Parts Century 4750

DEFECT #1 - CHILD SEAT

Posted on: 1996-03-01
Description
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.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Century will provide a retrofit kit so owners can easily replace the latch assembly.

Notes
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)