Equipment:child seat
Defect Summary
Equipment fails to meet the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 213, "child restraint systems", since the buckle may disengage during a vehicle frontal impact, allowing excessive motion of the infant. Incorrect threading of the shoulder harness leads to unbuckling.
Corrective Action
Manufacturer has supplied owners with instructions on rethreading the harness to the correct arrangement. The owner also has the option of taking the infant restraint seat to the dealer for rethreading instead of doing it himself.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Babyhood Industries, Inc. or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 83C006000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 83C006000?
NHTSA recall 83C006000 was issued by Babyhood Industries, Inc. on February 14, 1983. It addresses: Equipment:child seat. The recall affects approximately 5,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Babyhood Industries, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 83C006000 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.