Combi Babyride recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 8, 2021

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Combi USA, Inc. recalls Combi Babyride (child seat)

Recall number

21C001000

Brand / firm

Combi

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 13,880 units

Why it was recalled

A child that is not adequately restrained in a crash has an increased risk of injury.

What was recalled

Combi USA, Inc. (Combi) is recalling certain Combi BabyRide Infant Car Seats, model 378099 with dates of manufacture of 5/1/2016 thru 8/31/2019. The 1-inch-wide webbing strap used in the center front adjuster to adjust the shoulder harness straps fail the minimum initial breaking strength requirements, and in certain circumstances, may not adequately restrain a child during a crash. As such, these car seats fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 213, "Child Restraint Systems."

What to do

Combi will provide owners a replacement strap along with instructions for replacement. Owner notifications letters were mailed Jan. 28, 2022. Owners may contact Combi customer service by emailing customerservice@combiusa.com.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.