Renowned baby gear provider, Evenflo, announced on October 1 a voluntary recall affecting an estimated 324,000 units of their Revolve360 Slim car seats. The concern surrounding this recall involves a potential choking hazard. In some Revolve360 Slim models, infants and small children have the ability to access the headrest cushion, dislodge the foam stuffing, and possibly place it in their mouths.
The company assures that these recalled car seats still adhere to the fundamental safety regulations, specifically in instances of car crashes. According to their official press release, "the issue does not affect the safety or integrity of the car seat in the event of a crash at this time."
Evenflo's Revolve360 Slim car seats are being recalled voluntarily due to the risk posed by a cushion fragment. However, it is important to note that only certain units of the Revolve360 Slim models are implicated in this recall. The implicated models are those with a starting model number of 3681.
If you possess one of these car seats, it is of utmost importance to ensure it's registered on Evenflo's website. Alternatively, you could make a call to 1-800-233-5921 to confirm if it is registered. Registered customers should expect a user-friendly repair kit by early November, including tape to cover any exposed cushion regions.
Not all Evenflo's Revolve360 Slim car seats are being recalled. The recall only concerns certain car seats sold in the U.S. and Canada with model numbers commencing with 3681. The model number can be located on the product label found on the external protective part of your car seat, know as the shell.
To find the model number, simply rotate the car seat sideways. You will identify a white label indicating the production date and the model number. In case you encounter difficulties in discovering your car seat's model number, reach Evenflo's ParentLink Consumer Care on 1-800-233-5921 or parentlink@evenflo.com, and they'll assist you.
Due to the numerous variations of the car seat currently in the market, Evenflo has also released a list of models that aren't affected by this recall. If you own any of the following versions of the Revolve360 Slim, rest assured, your car seat is not impacted by this recall:
First, any Revolve360 Slim with model numbers starting with CS2601. These models have the Seat Release Lock located at the front of the base. Second, Revolve360 Slim models starting with 3682, recognizable by their new protective tape seal. Lastly, the Original Revolve360 and Revolve360 Extend models, which are featured by a high back booster mode.
If you have found out that you possess one of the recalled car seats, it is crucial to ensure your car seat is registered with Evenflo. To all who have registered their car seats, the company will commence the distribution of repair kits by early November. The kit will consist of comprehensive instructions and a special tape seal that can be attached to areas with potentially accessible foam.
In the event you haven't registered your car seat yet (or you are unsure), you can quickly review their website or contact Evenflo's ParentLink Consumer Care team through their telephone number 1-800-233-5921 (U.S.), 1-800-265-0749 (Canada), or via email parentlink@evenflo.com.
As per the company's instructions, if the foam part of the headrest remains intact and your child can't reach it, there is no immediate need to stop using the car seat. Conversely, if the foam part has become detached, desist from using the car seat until you acquire and utilize the repair kit.