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You can also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236, which can provide you with updated information about recalls. Recall information is also available on the NHTSA website.
- What do you do if your car seat is recalled?
- Who is responsible for car recalls?
- How do I know if my car seat is recalled?
- What does it mean when a car seat has been recalled?
- Where is the Britax model number?
- Do carseats expire?
- Can you be reimbursed for a recall?
- How much does a car recall cost?
- Do I pay for recalls?
- Do recalls expire?
- How long do car recalls last?
- Is there a warranty on recall work?
- Can a dealership refuse to fix a recall?
- Do recalls cover towing?
- Can any dealership fix a recall?
What do you do if your car seat is recalled?
If your car seat has been recalled, make any necessary repairs according to the manufacturer's instructions, so your child can ride as safely as possible. Handy tip: Take a photo of your car seat label and save on your phone so you can have it for future reference.
Who is responsible for car recalls?
3. Who pays for a car recall? The manufacturer is responsible for the car recall which, as a result, means that they're the ones footing the cost of repairs and/or replacement parts.
How do I know if my car seat is recalled?
Visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's website to check if your car seat has been recalled. You will need the name of the manufacturer, model number and date of manufacture. A label on your car seat will likely have all this information in one place.
What does it mean when a car seat has been recalled?
A car seat recall represents the process issued by a manufacturer or the NHTSA when a particular car seat model, already produced and sold, is found to be not entirely safe due to a certain defect.
Where is the Britax model number?
The Britax logo is printed on both sides of the seat shell and on the carry handle grip. Model numbers and the date of manufacture (DOM) are printed on a label located at the back of the infant car seat/carrier shell.
Do carseats expire?
Yes, car seats typically expire after six years from the date of manufacture. ... From technology and design updates to simple wear and tear, there are plenty of reasons from which to pick why it's time to trash the kid's car seats and buy new ones. For starters, look at any car seat that is about six years old.
Can you be reimbursed for a recall?
Considering the cost can be high, many people are left asking if they can get reimbursed for the cost of a repair the automaker has finally offered to pay for during an official recall. Yes, you can get your money back, but remember, these are government rules we're talking about.
How much does a car recall cost?
The average cost of an auto recall over the last 10 years was about $500 per vehicle, according to Mike Held, a director in the automotive and industrial practice at AlixPartners, a global consulting firm.
Do I pay for recalls?
Do I Have To Pay To Have The Recall Repaired? No, it will not cost you anything to have your car's recall repaired. Manufacturers are required to repair recalls for free and if someone tries to charge you, contact the manufacturer or report it to the NHTSA.
Do recalls expire?
As a general rule, recalls have no expiration date. ... If you buy a used car and only later discover an open recall, you are entitled to the repair even though you were not the owner at the time of the recall. Once the vehicle reaches 10 years of age, the manufacturer may charge a fee for the repair.
How long do car recalls last?
A recall is good through the statute of limitations for up to ten years, with the exception of tire recalls which are valid for 60 days. However a car manufacturer is inclined to fix the issue even after those ten years have passed and most will give you no issues repairing the car.
Is there a warranty on recall work?
Recall Remedy Rights of the Owner
It is through the federal laws that the owner of a product has a right to a free recall remedy such as a repair or replacement of the defective part. The owner does not need to pay for the issue, and the manufacturer will usually explain what type of fix is necessary.
Can a dealership refuse to fix a recall?
Manufacturers are obligated to attempt to notify owners of recalled products. ... The dealer will fix the recalled part or portion of your car for free. If a dealer refuses to repair your vehicle in accordance with the recall letter, you should notify the manufacturer immediately.
Do recalls cover towing?
The dealership should notify you when it has the spare parts in stock. Once an automaker alerts the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to a recall, it has 60 days to notify owners, regardless of whether the spare parts are in stock. ... In that case, it should tow your car to a dealership and provide a loaner.
Can any dealership fix a recall?
Owners can have their recalled vehicles fixed free of charge at their respective franchised dealerships once parts are available to complete the recalls. Local dealerships are committed to fixing 100 percent of recalls for 100 percent of the driving public.
