Fmvss 213/tether hook
Defect Summary
Certain britax boulevard child restraint systems, model e9l57, manufactured from march 1 through august 1, 2006. during testing, the tether hook opened which fails to conform to the dynamic performance and child restraint system integrity requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 213, child restraint systems.
Safety Consequence
If the top tether hook opens during a crash, the child restraint could change from an upright to a reclined position increasing the risk of injury to the child.
Corrective Action
Registered owners will automatically receive labels along with instructions advising caregivers to discontinue use of the top tether when the child reaches 50 lbs. non-registered owners can obtain labels by contacting britax at 1-888-427-4829 ext. 260. the recall began on november 22, 2006.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Britax Child Safety, Inc. or involving Child Seat.
FAQ: Recall 06C003000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 06C003000?
NHTSA recall 06C003000 was issued by Britax Child Safety, Inc. on September 25, 2006. It addresses: Fmvss 213/tether hook. The recall affects approximately 24,263 vehicles, with the defect involving the Child Seat component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Britax Child Safety, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 06C003000 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.