Evenflo Recalls LiteMax Child Seats Over Incorrect Spanish Manual Instructions
Evenflo is recalling 14,020 LiteMax Factory Select child seats because the Spanish language manual contains incorrect weight and height limits, posing a safety risk.
What Happened
Evenflo Company, Inc. (Evenflo) has issued a recall for certain LiteMax Factory Select child seats. The recall was initiated because the weight and height limitations for the seats are stated incorrectly in the Spanish language version of the owner’s manual. Due to this discrepancy, the products fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 213, “Child Restraint Systems.”
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects approximately 14,020 units. The specific details are as follows:
- Product Name: Evenflo LiteMax Factory Select child seats
- Model Number: CS100111198
- NHTSA Campaign Number: 26C002000
What You Should Do
Evenflo will mail a corrected Spanish language manual to registered owners free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be sent out by March 31, 2026. Consumers who have questions or need to verify if their product is affected may contact Evenflo customer service at 1-800-233-5921.
Why This Matters
Providing incorrect weight and height information in a safety manual may result in a child being improperly restrained. This error increases the risk of injury to the child in the event of a vehicle crash.
Source
This information is based on official recall data provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Source: NHTSA Official Notice