Harness uv protection
Defect Summary
These dorel juvenile group (djg) child restraint systems, manufactured from march 15 to august 1, 2002 with 6 panel wellington webbing harnesses, fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 213, "child restraint systems." the uv stabilizer used in the webbing may not adequately protect it from deterioration by ultraviolet rays.
Safety Consequence
If the webbing is exposed to significant amounts of sunlight, it could degrade. if the webbing strength degrades more than allowed by the standard it may not provide sufficient protection to a child in a crash, causing an increased risk of injury to the child.
Corrective Action
Djg's petition for relief from remedy based on its belief that the noncompliance was inconsequential to motor vehicle safety was denied by nhtsa on january 5, 2010. accordingly, djg will conduct a safety recall campaign. it will notify registered owners and provide free replacement kits for the harnesses along with repair instructions. the safety recall began on february 16, 2010. owners may call djg toll-free at 1-866-690-2539.
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FAQ: Recall 02C053000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 02C053000?
NHTSA recall 02C053000 was issued by Dorel Juvenile Group on September 25, 2002. It addresses: Harness uv protection. The recall affects approximately 54,400 vehicles, with the defect involving the Child Seat component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Dorel Juvenile Group dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02C053000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.