Equipment:child seat
Defect Summary
In some automobiles the rear of the vehicle seat may interfer with the operation of the recline adjustment latching mechanism on the child restraint in the infant (rear facing) position. should the adjustment latch be held in the released (unlocked) position during an accident, the gt1000 will not provide occupant protection as specified by fmvss no. 213. consequence of defect: an unlatched seat that has the adjustment release handle held in the released position could cause serious injury to the occupant of the restraint and to other occupants of the automobile if the vehicle is involved in an accident.
Corrective Action
Consumers will install a guard provided by the manufacturer in kit form that will prevent the seat from interfering with the recline adjustment lever. note: for further instructions concerning the corrective action on this child seat, model gt1000 manufactured between january 1985 and january 1986, call graco toll free number 1 800 345 4109, pennsylvania residents call collect, 215-286-5951.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Graco Children's Products, Inc. or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 86C006000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 86C006000?
NHTSA recall 86C006000 was issued by Graco Children's Products, Inc. on April 28, 1986. It addresses: Equipment:child seat. The recall affects approximately 62,352 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Graco Children's Products, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 86C006000 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.