Babideal Storm Booster recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 17, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Dorel China America, Inc. recalls Babideal Storm Booster (child seat)

Recall number

19C002000

Brand / firm

Babideal

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 28,800 units

Why it was recalled

Without the safety warnings and instructions, caregivers may not know the risks or how to properly use the child seat, increasing the risk of an injury in the event of a crash.

What was recalled

Dorel China America, Inc. (DCA) is recalling certain Babidéal Storm Booster Car Seats, model BC901BPXL, sold exclusively at Family Dollar Stores. The label attached to the fabric cover may not have the required safety warnings and instructions. As such, these child seats fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 213, "Child Restraint Systems."

What to do

DCA will notify the registered owners, and will provide a replacement fabric cover that has a compliant warning label in place, free of charge. The recall began December 9, 2019. Owners may contact DCA customer service at 1-877-657-9546 or text 1-812-373-6673.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.