Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported November 27, 2000
CPSC, Cosco Announce Recall to Repair High Chairs
The high chairs are adjustable and have both recline and upright positions. In the recline position, the seats can separate from the frame and fall to the ground. In the upright p…
Compiled from official public sources by the editorial team.
Verify with CPSC →
Cosco Inc., of Columbus, Ind. recalled The Cosco Options 5 High Chairs being recalled have five options for use: high chair, inf… - a moderate-severity action.
CPSC, Cosco Announce Recall to Repair High Chairs was recalled by Cosco Inc., of Columbus, Ind. in November 27, 2000. Reason: The high chairs are adjustable and have both recline and upright positions. In the recline position, the seat…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these high chairs immediately. Repair kits are no longer avai…. Verify recall #01041 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Cosco Inc., of Columbus, Ind. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The high chairs are adjustable and have both recline and upright positions. In the recline position, the seat….
- Moderate
- severity level
- November 27, 2000
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01041 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #01041) was formally reported on November 27, 2000. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Cosco Inc., of Columbus, Ind. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About one million.
The documented reason for this recall is: The high chairs are adjustable and have both recline and upright positions. In the recline position, the seats can separate from the frame and fall to the ground. In the upright position, the seats can slip from their s… Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using these high chairs immediately. Repair kits are no longer available. New cash incentive is being offered or replacement product. Do not use these products. Please discard o… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Children & Baby Products recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 3,731 children & baby products recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About one million
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
The Cosco Options 5 High Chairs being recalled have five options for use: high chair, infant feeding, youth chair, play chair and booster seat. The chair's seat can be used in a reclined infant position or adjusted into seven upright height positions for toddlers. It has four tray positions, a vinyl seat pad and a removable footrest. "Cosco" is on the chair's leg support bar, tray and on a sticker on the bottom of the seat. The restraint system consists of a waist/crotch belt and a plastic T-bar attached to the tray. The recalled chairs can be identified by model number 03-286 and manufacture date, which are located on the bottom of the seat.
Reason for recall
The high chairs are adjustable and have both recline and upright positions. In the recline position, the seats can separate from the frame and fall to the ground. In the upright position, the seats can slip from their set height position to the lowest position or can fall to the ground. Additionally, some seats were sold with a metal restraint anchor that can slip through the back of the seat, allowing the child to fall to the ground. Infants and toddlers can suffer head, face and bodily injuries.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using these high chairs immediately. Repair kits are no longer available. New cash incentive is being offered or replacement product. Do not use these products. Please discard or destroy these products.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 01041 |
| Date reported | November 27, 2000 |
| Date initiated | November 27, 2000 |
| Recalling firm | Cosco Inc., of Columbus, Ind. |
| Affected scope | About one million |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using these high chairs immediately. Repair kits are no longer available. New cash incentive is being offer…
- Check the recall number (01041) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
The Cosco Options 5 High Chairs being recalled have five options for use: high chair, infant feeding, youth chair, play chair and booster seat. The chair's seat can be used in a reclined infant position or adjusted into seven upright height positions for toddlers. It has four tray positions, a vinyl seat pad and a removable footrest. "Cosco" is on the chair's leg support bar, tray and on a sticker on the bottom of the seat. The restraint system consists of a waist/crotch belt and a plastic T-bar attached to the tray. The recalled chairs can be identified by model number 03-286 and manufacture date, which are located on the bottom of the seat.. Recalled by Cosco Inc., of Columbus, Ind.. Units affected: About one million.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The high chairs are adjustable and have both recline and upright positions. In the recline position, the seats can separate from the frame and fall to the ground. In the upright position, the seats can slip from their set height position to the lowest position or can fall to the ground. Additionally, some seats were sold with a metal restraint anchor that can slip through the back of the seat, allowing the child to fall to the ground. Infants and toddlers can suffer head, face and bodily injuries.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using these high chairs immediately. Repair kits are no longer available. New cash incentive is being offered or replacement product. Do not use these products. Please discard or destroy these products.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 27, 2000. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 01041.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (01041) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
Nearby Recalls in This Category
Other recalls in the same product category, useful for spotting patterns across the same defect class or manufacturer.
CPSC Moderate
AMASKY Nursing Pillows Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Suffocation; Violate Mandatory Standards fo…
Xishentang Dongguan Trading Co, Ltd., dba Pretty-Life, of China · 2026-07-02
CPSC Moderate
Diamond Wipes International Recalls CVS Health Medicated Hemorrhoidal Wipes Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from…
Diamond Wipes International, Inc. of Chino, California · 2026-07-02
CPSC Moderate
Junpower CR2032 Lithium Coin Batteries Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Battery Ingestion Hazard; V…
· 2026-07-02
CPSC Moderate
Target Recalls Gigglescape™ Under the Sea Popping Toy Due to Choking Hazard
· 2026-07-02
CPSC Moderate
Vevor Recalls Baby Loungers Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Entrapment and Fall Hazards; Violate Mandatory …
Sanven Technology Ltd., dba Vevor, of Rancho Cucamonga, California · 2026-07-02
Compare this recall with AMASKY Nursing Pillows Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Inju… →
Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported November 27, 2000. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.