Is the Evenflo ULTARA 1 car seat recalled?

Yes. Transport Canada has 1 recall on record for the Evenflo ULTARA 1 car seat. The latest, recall 1997222 from December 17, 1997, covers model years 1996, 1997: In a moderate to severe frontal collision, the tether strap anchorage may pull out of the restraint shell.

Recall 1997222: model years 1996, 1997

What's wrong: In a moderate to severe frontal collision, the tether strap anchorage may pull out of the restraint shell. This would allow a restrained child more forward head excursion and increase the potential for a head injury. correction: a restraint tether anchorage reinforcement kit will be provided to consumers who call 1-800-416-5904.

Published December 17, 1997. Read the official notice

How do I know if my Evenflo ULTARA 1 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 60 owner complaints on file that mention Evenflo "Ultara" car seats (US reports since 1995, most recent 2018). Complaints are owners' reports, not confirmed defects, and US and Canadian models can differ. Search NHTSA

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