Center front harness adjuster failure
Defect Summary
Dorel juvenile group (djg) is recalling certain infant, convertible, and booster child restraint systems which were sold both as stand alone seats or part of a travel system (with a stroller). the harness locking and release button does not always return to its locked position. a button that is not in the locked position can allow the harness adjustment strap to slip back through the adjuster as a child moves around in the seat and results in a loose harness. child restraint systems included in this recall are convertible child restraints alpha omega, alpha omega elite, enspira, priori, prospect, and vantage; infant child restraints mico and onboard. affected units begin with model numbers 22077, 22078, 22148, 22149, 22150, 22152, 22154, 22155, 22158, 22159, 22172, 22177, 22178, 22185, 22188, 22195, 22356, 22371, 22372, 22412, 22439, 22452, 22453, 22456, 22458, 22459, 22462, 22465, 22469, 22476, 22486, 22546, 22547, 22553, 22554, 22561, 22564, 22567, 22574, 22580, 22657, 22740, 22741, 22755, 22758, 22759, 22790, 22799, 22880, 22560, 22346, 17439, 22449, 22475, and ic072, manufactured from may 1, 2008, through april 30, 2009.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a vehicle crash, the child may not be adequately protected and is at an increased risk for injury.
Corrective Action
Registered owners will receive a free remedy kit consisting of a small tube of non-toxic, food-grade lubricant to be applied to the center front adjuster (cfa) to prevent sticking and allow it to properly engage the cfa strap. instruction on how to apply the lubricant will be provided, along with a label to indicate that the repair has been completed. non-registered owners should contact djg at 1-866-623-3139 or by email at harnessadjustment@djgusa.com. consumers will need the entire model number on the child restraint when contacting the manufacturer. owner notification began on february 22, 2011.
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FAQ: Recall 11C001000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11C001000?
NHTSA recall 11C001000 was issued by Dorel Juvenile Group on February 10, 2011. It addresses: Center front harness adjuster failure. The recall affects approximately 794,247 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 11C001000 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.