Safety Recall NHTSA · 90C013000 Reported May 10, 1990

Equipment:child seat

Fbs, Inc. · N/A · 5,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
90C013000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
5,000
Recall Type
Child Seat
Report Received
May 10, 1990

Defect Summary

Child restraint system failed to meet pre-impact buckle release force requirements and back support angle requirements of fmvss 213.

Safety Consequence

Belt could be more easily unlatched than expected. Also, due to back support angle, child may not be properly restrained in the event of a sudden stop or accident.

Corrective Action

Install new buckle and strap and longer bolt for the back of seat.

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 Fbs, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 90C013000 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 90C013000

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

What is recall 90C013000?

NHTSA recall 90C013000 was issued by Fbs, Inc. on May 10, 1990. 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 Fbs, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 90C013000 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.