RecallifyIs the Cosco ALPHA OMEGA ELITE (22-C51) car seat recalled?
Yes. Transport Canada has 2 recalls on record for the Cosco ALPHA OMEGA ELITE (22-C51) car seat. The latest, recall 2007281 from August 30, 2007, covers model years 2003, 2004, 2005: Certain child restraint systems may experience slippage of the centre front adjuster.
Recall 2007281: model years 2003, 2004, 2005
What's wrong: Certain child restraint systems may experience slippage of the centre front adjuster. The resultant excessive slack in the harness system could increase movement of the child relative to the restraint system during a vehicle crash. Increased head excursion could place the occupant at risk of greater bodily injury or death. Correction: Dorel will send a repair kit to owners.
Recall 2004447: model year 2004
What's wrong: Certain child seats do no comply with the requirements of CMVSS 213.1. The restraint system could inadvertently change adjustment position from fully reclined to a more upright position. Extensive testing of the units has not shown that a change in angle will constitute a safety related problem. Correction: Since this does not pose any safety risk, no corrective action is required.
How do I know if my Cosco ALPHA OMEGA ELITE (22-C51) 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 97 owner complaints on file that mention Cosco "Alpha" car seats (US reports since 1995, most recent 2024). Complaints are owners' reports, not confirmed defects, and US and Canadian models can differ. Search NHTSA
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