Britax Recalls Over 114,000 Car Seats Nationwide Due to Handle Detachment Risk
Over 114,000 Britax car seats are being recalled nationwide due to a safety concern where a screw can loosen, potentially causing the handle to detach or become loose, leading to a risk of a child falling. Minor injuries have been…
Charlotte, NC, August 29, 2026 — Britax is initiating a nationwide recall of over 114,000 car seats. The recall stems from a safety concern identified where a screw within the car seat’s handle mechanism can loosen.
The potential loosening of this screw could lead to the handle detaching or becoming loose. This poses a risk of a child falling from the car seat. According to reports, minor injuries have occurred in connection with this specific issue.
The exact models and manufacturing dates of the affected car seats were not specified in the available information. Consumers are advised to seek further details from the manufacturer regarding their specific product’s eligibility for the recall.
Britax has not released further details regarding the exact number of reported incidents or the specific nature of the minor injuries sustained. The company has not provided information on the corrective actions being taken or the timeline for resolving the issue for affected consumers.
The scope of the recall is nationwide, impacting a significant number of car seats currently in use. The manufacturer is expected to provide guidance on necessary steps for owners of the recalled products to ensure child safety.
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