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CPSC, Safety 1st Announce Recall of Fold-Up Booster Seats

Reported: October 10, 2001 Initiated: October 10, 2001 #02009

Product Description

Only Safety 1st Fold-Up Booster Seats with model numbers 173, 173A and 173B are included in this recall. Booster seats with model numbers 173C and 173D, which have four indentations on the bottom, are not included in this recall. The model number is located on the back of the booster seat, inside the left arm panel. The booster seat is made of blue plastic with green and red arms and includes a yellow feeding tray. The seat insert for the booster seat is made up of two halves that are "press-fitted" together. They have a smooth surface bottom, with no indentations. The booster seats have a restraint system made up of a two-piece waist strap and one crotch strap. "SAFETY 1ST" is molded on the top and bottom of the seat insert.

Reason for Recall

The top half of the seat inserts can separate, and a child can fall from the chair and be injured.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these seats immediately and contact Safety 1st to receive a free repair kit with instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Only Safety 1st Fold-Up Booster Seats with model numbers 173, 173A and 173B are included in this recall. Booster seats with model numbers 173C and 173D, which have four indentations on the bottom, are not included in this recall. The model number is located on the back of the booster seat, inside the left arm panel. The booster seat is made of blue plastic with green and red arms and includes a yellow feeding tray. The seat insert for the booster seat is made up of two halves that are "press-fitted" together. They have a smooth surface bottom, with no indentations. The booster seats have a restraint system made up of a two-piece waist strap and one crotch strap. "SAFETY 1ST" is molded on the top and bottom of the seat insert.. Recalled by Safety 1st, of Canton, Mass.. Units affected: About 1.5 million.
Why was this product recalled?
The top half of the seat inserts can separate, and a child can fall from the chair and be injured.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using these seats immediately and contact Safety 1st to receive a free repair kit with instructions.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 10, 2001. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02009.