Popular Child Car Seat Recalled for Putting Kids at Risk
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued recalls for several models of child car seats due to various design defects. The agency has advised parents to discontinue using the recalled seats and seek replacement seats or parts from the manufacturer.
Clek Inc. Child Car Seats
Manufacturer Clek Inc. has been directed to recall certain models of its Liing and Liingo infant car seats. Specifically, Liing model number LG19U1 and Liingo model number LGO20U1 seats manufactured before September 15, 2020, have been recalled due to a defect in a small plastic piece of the canopy support, which can break off from the seat. Clek will provide owners with replacement canopy supports, free of charge, and instructions on how to install the replacement canopy on the seat.
Clek has also announced a recall of its Foonf child car seats, model numbers FO12 through FO19, as well as its Fllo convertible child seats model numbers FL15 through FL19 manufactured prior to May 21, 2021. The seats suffer from a design defect that allows children to pick pieces of foam from the cushion under the seat pad. Clek is providing parents a free molded plastic insert that prevents children from accessing the foal, along with instructions on how to attach the insert to the car seat.
Combi Inc. Infant Car Seats
Combi Inc. has announced a recall of its Combi BabyRide Infant Car Seats, model number 378099, that were manufactured between May 1, 2016, through August 31, 2019. The webbing strap in the center front adjuster that is used to adjust the shoulder harness straps has been found to fail the minimum initial breaking strength requirements and therefore may not adequately restrain a child sitting in the seat in the event of a crash. Combi has not yet developed a remedy for this defect, although owners may contact the company’s customer service for more details.
Dorel Juvenile Group Child Seats
Dorel Juvenile Group has announced a recall of certain models of its Maxi-Cosa Pria 70 convertible child car seats. According to the company and the NHTSA, if the seat is installed in a forward-facing position and is secured using a lap belt without also using the top tether, the seat may not adequately protect a child from a head injury during a crash. Dorel is providing a remedy kit that includes replacement instruction labels and booklets. In addition, Dorel is also offering owners, at no charge, Maxi-Cosi Rodi Sport Booster seats for children 40 to 100 pounds and 43 to 57 inches in height.
What Your Family’s Rights Are If Your Child Is Injured by a Defective Car Seat
If your family has had a child suffer injuries due to a defective car seat, you may be entitled to pursue a product liability claim against the car seat manufacturer or other liable parties for compensation on behalf of your child. Financial recovery may include:
- Costs of medical treatment for injuries suffered by your child
- Loss of future earning potential if your child sustained severe permanent disability due to their injuries
- Physical pain and emotional distress
- Loss of quality of life due to physical disabilities or significant scarring/disfigurement suffered by your child
Contact a Personal Injury Lawyer Near You to Discuss Your Product Liability Case in New Jersey
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