Large Recall NHTSA · 99C047000 Reported December 16, 1999

Kolcraft/handle breakage

Kolcraft Enterprises, Inc. · Child Seat · 722,332 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
99C047000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Kolcraft Enterprises, Inc.
Component
Child Seat
Vehicles Affected
722,332
Recall Type
Child Seat
Report Received
December 16, 1999

Defect Summary

Equipment description: infant rider, secura, travel about, plus 4, plus 5, infant restraint, infant car seat and playskool infant car seats, including seats sold as part of a stroller combination, and manufactured from january 1, 1993 through june 30, 1999. when used as an infant carrier, the handle can unexpectedly move from the intended carrying position.

Safety Consequence

The handle can unexpectedly move from the intended carrying position, causing the seat to suddenly rotate. the infant could suffer serious injuries.

Corrective Action

Owners will be provided with a free repair kit. until the repair kit has been installed, do not carry the seat by its carrying handle, but by the handles on the head and foot of the 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 Kolcraft Enterprises, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 99C047000 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 99C047000

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

What is recall 99C047000?

NHTSA recall 99C047000 was issued by Kolcraft Enterprises, Inc. on December 16, 1999. It addresses: Kolcraft/handle breakage. The recall affects approximately 722,332 vehicles, with the defect involving the Child Seat component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Kolcraft Enterprises, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99C047000 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.