Car Seat Recall List

Stay Informed: California Car Seat Recall Alerts & Safety Updates

Your child’s safety comes first. If you’re a parent or caregiver in California, it’s essential to ensure your car seat is not only installed correctly – but also free from defects. Car seat recalls can happen at any time due to design flaws, manufacturing errors, or failed crash safety tests.

This page is your trusted resource for the latest car seat recalls affecting California residents. We provide up-to-date recall information straight from the national Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and car seat manufactures. Whether you’re using an infant carrier, convertible seat, or booster, we’ll help you determine if your car seat is impacted and guide you on the next steps.

How to Check if Your Car Seat is Recalled

The best way to stay protected is by regularly checking your car seat’s model number and manufacture date against official recall databases. Use these reliable resources:
- Safe ride news
  Provides you will a printable list that includes recalls on child restraints manufactured since 1/1/2015.
- NHTSA Car Seat Recall
  Search Tool Search by brand or model to find active recalls from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
- NHTSA Car Seat Registration
  Register your car seat to receive automatic recall alerts directly from the manufacturer.
- California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS)
  Find local child passenger safety programs and certified inspection stations in California.
- Safe Kids Worldwide – Recalls
  A parent-friendly recall tracker that includes detailed info on car seats, strollers, and other baby gear.
California law requires all children under age 8 to ride in a car seat or booster in the back seat. If your car seat has been recalled, you may be eligible for free repair or replacements through the manufacturer. You can also visit a local Car Seat Inspection Station or contact your county’s public health department for help.