An urgent recall was issued for Nuna Baby Essentials convertible car seats after a defective adjuster button was found to compromise harness safety. The issue surfaced after a class action lawsuit was filed in February 2025, accusing Nuna of selling unsafe car seats.
The defective button, prone to debris blockage, could prevent the harness from fastening properly, increasing injury risks in crashes.
Though Nuna recalled the affected seats in December 2024, the company only provided cleaning kits and care instructions. Parents called this response inadequate and are seeking further damages. Nuna maintains its products are extensively tested and meet safety standards.
Broader Industry Safety Concerns: Other Brands Involved
The Nuna recall reflects a broader problem across the child car seat industry:
Cybex Recall
Models affected: Aton G, Aton G SensorSafe, Aton G Swivel, Eos Travel Systems.
Issue: Harness straps could detach in crashes, failing to restrain the occupant.
Action: Cybex voluntarily recalled these models.
Britax Settlement
Product: Harness-2-Booster seats.
Timeline: Bought between August 14, 2016, and August 14, 2020.
- Outcome: $40 refund per seat in California after settling a lawsuit over alleged defects.
Evenflo Settlement
Product: “Big Kid” booster seats.
Allegation: Misleading safety claims about booster seat testing.
Settlement: $25 gift card per seat with proof of purchase.
Chicco Settlement
Product: KidFit booster seat series (including Zip, Luxe, Plus models).
Allegation: False advertising about weight limits and side impact safety.
Eligible Period: Purchases from 2015 to 2021 could claim benefits.
Orbit Baby Settlement
Allegation: Misrepresenting chemical safety in products.
Timeline: Carriers purchased in California between 2012 and 2018.
Settlement: Nearly $1 million paid, though Orbit denied wrongdoing.
Ongoing Consumer Concerns
Parents and consumer safety advocates argue these cases reveal systemic issues in car seat manufacturing and marketing, pushing for stricter safety regulations and transparency. Companies often deny liability but choose settlements to resolve disputes.
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