Is the Century 3000STE car seat recalled?
Yes. Transport Canada has 1 recall on record for the Century 3000STE car seat. The latest, recall 1992033 from March 25, 1992, covers model years 1991, 1992: These combination seats do not comply with the requirements of c.m.v.s.s.
Recall 1992033: model years 1991, 1992
What's wrong: These combination seats do not comply with the requirements of c.m.v.s.s. 213 - child restraint systems. - tether strap retaining tube pulled out during crash testing. correction: two piece plastic button will be installed which will keep the tether strap retaining tube in a fixed position.
How do I know if my Century 3000STE is affected?
Check the label on the side, back or bottom of the seat for the model number and date of manufacture, and compare them with the model years and dates in the official notice.
Is the fix free?
Recall remedies are free from the maker. The official notice lists how to get it, and Recallify can contact the maker for you.
Owner complaints in the US
NHTSA, the US road safety regulator, has 3 owner complaints on file that mention Century "Ste" car seats (US reports since 1995, most recent 2003). Complaints are owners' reports, not confirmed defects, and US and Canadian models can differ. Search NHTSA
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