Evenflo Petitions NHTSA Over Inconsequential Car Seat Safety Issue
Published Date: 4/14/2025
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Summary
Evenflo found a small problem with some All4One car seats that don’t fully meet safety rules. They told the government and asked for a pass, saying the issue won’t hurt kids’ safety. The agency got their request in February 2025 and is now reviewing it—no money or recalls yet!
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Notice: Evenflo All4One Safety Noncompliance
You may be affected if you own an Evenflo All4One child restraint system. Evenflo reported on January 27, 2025 that certain All4One seats do not fully meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 213 and petitioned NHTSA on February 14, 2025 for a finding that the noncompliance is inconsequential. NHTSA is reviewing the petition and this notice does not announce any recall, penalty, or corrective action.
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