Child seat lower anchor failure/fmvss 213
Defect Summary
Dorel juvenile group (dorel) is recalling certain safety 1st onboard 35 secure tech, safety 1st secure tech infant base, maxi-cosi coral xp, maxi-cosi mico xp max, maxi-cosi mico xp, maxi-cosi mico luxe+, and maxi-cosi infant base child seats. please refer to dorel's recall report for specific model numbers. the lower seat anchors used to secure the child seat base may fail, allowing the child seat to detach. as such, these child seats fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 213, "child restraint systems."
Safety Consequence
A detached child seat may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Action
Owners are advised to only secure their child seat(s) with the vehicle belt restraint system until the seat is remedied. dorel will mail a replacement base to owners, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed april 6, 2023. owners may contact dorel customer service at 1-877-657-9546 or retractablelatchrecall@djgusa.com.
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FAQ: Recall 23C002000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 23C002000?
NHTSA recall 23C002000 was issued by Dorel Juvenile Group on March 3, 2023. It addresses: Child seat lower anchor failure/fmvss 213. The recall affects approximately 59,457 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Dorel Juvenile Group dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 23C002000 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.