Large Recall NHTSA · 89C019000 Reported July 3, 1989

Equipment:child seat

Century Products · N/A · 533,870 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
89C019000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
533,870
Recall Type
Child Seat
Report Received
July 3, 1989

Defect Summary

The loop on the end of the shoulder strap is only glued together, rather than glued and sewn.

Safety Consequence

In the event the car stops suddenly or is in anaccident, the glued shoulder strap may fail and child would not be restrained.this could result in more serious injuries.

Corrective Action

Shoulder strap loops are to be sewn together and not just glued.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Century Products dealer and reference recall ID 89C019000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 89C019000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 89C019000?

NHTSA recall 89C019000 was issued by Century Products on July 3, 1989. It addresses: Equipment:child seat. The recall affects approximately 533,870 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Century Products dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 89C019000 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.