Evenflo Discovery car seat
The problem
There are concerns the car seat could fail in certain types of collision.
Details
Evenflo Discovery infant seats made between 2005 and 2008. Models recalled in the US are 390, 391, 534 and 552. Only the 390 and 391 models have been sold in New Zealand, but it is possible other models have been brought in privately.
What to do
Evenflo is providing owners with a free extra fastener to keep the seat in place. It will not be available here for 4-6 weeks - in the meantime retailers will take names of those needing one and they will be contacted when they arrive.
The NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in the US) is urging owners to keep using their car seats while waiting for the new fastener.
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