Buckle may not unlatch
Defect Summary
Evenflo company, inc. (evenflo) is recalling certain embrace 35 two-piece, rear-facing infant child restraints equipped with an amsafe qt1 buckle. the affected model numbers include: 30711365 (snugli brand), 31511040, 31511323, 31511400, 3151198, 3151953, 31521138, 46811205 (or 24502447), 46811237 (or 24502446), 48111200, 48111215, 48111215a, 48111218, 48111234, 48111235, 48111235a, 48111462, 48411391 (or 24502786), 48411391d (or 24502787), 48411392 (or 24502830), 48411504 (or 24507546), 48411504d (or 24507544), 52911307a, 52921040, 55311138 (or 24505003), 55311238 (or 24505000), and 55311292 (or 24505001) and were manufactured at various times from december 2011 through may 2013. over time, use of the seat can make the harness buckle difficult to unlatch.
Safety Consequence
A buckle that does not release easily, or possibly at all, may make it difficult to remove the child from the restraint, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a vehicle crash, fire, or other emergency, in which a prompt exit from the vehicle is required.
Corrective Action
Evenflo will notify registered owners and provide a remedy kit, including a replacement buckle and instructions for easy consumer removal of the amsafe buckle and installation of the newly-designed replacement buckle. the recall began on november 3, 2014. owners may contact evenflo's toll-free number at 1-800-490-7591, or visit their website at www.embracebuckle.evenflo.com.
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FAQ: Recall 14C006000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14C006000?
NHTSA recall 14C006000 was issued by Evenflo Company, Inc. on October 20, 2014. It addresses: Buckle may not unlatch. The recall affects approximately 202,346 vehicles, with the defect involving the Child Seat component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Evenflo Company, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14C006000 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.