Fmvss 213/tether hook
Defect Summary
Certain britax marathon child restraint systems, models e9l06, e9w06, and e906, manufactured from may 23 through july 28, 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
Under certain circumstances, if a child exceeds 50 pounds and the vehicle manufacturer allows use of the top tether above 50 pounds, upon vehicle impact, the top tether hook may open and have the potential to release from the tether anchor. in the event of a crash, the child may move forward further than allowed under federal motor vehicle safety standard 213. if this were to occur, there is a risk of potential injury to the child.
Corrective Action
Britax will notify all registered owners and provide a repair kit along with instructions free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on october 22, 2007. owners can contact britax at 1-800-683-2045 or visit their website at www.marathonrecall.com.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Britax Child Safety, Inc. or involving Child Seat.
FAQ: Recall 06C004000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 06C004000?
NHTSA recall 06C004000 was issued by Britax Child Safety, Inc. on September 25, 2006. It addresses: Fmvss 213/tether hook. The recall affects approximately 34,355 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 06C004000 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.