Parents warned as popular baby car seat recalled over safety fears

A popular baby car seat has been urgently recalled over child safety concerns. Solar Group's 1 2 3 Isofix Car Seat, sold between February 1 and February 23, 2024, have been recalled.

The Office for Product Safety and Standards explained: "Product: Solar Group 1 2 3 Isofix Car Seat. Hazard: There is a small internal component issue in certain batches of car seat, which may result in the harness not locking properly when pulled. Corrective action: Recall of the product from end users."

The car seats are coloured light grey, black, and white with a harness and lock mechanism. The affected batch codes are Nov-2020-6, Dec-2020-7, Jan-2021-1, Mar-2021-2, Apr-2021-3, and May-2021-4.

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Those who own the product have been advised to stop using it immediately and contact the retailer to arrange a refund or replacement..

Further details about the hazard were provided by the Office for Product Safety and Standards: "There is a small internal component issue in certain batches of car seat, which may result in the harness not locking properly when pulled. This could potentially compromise the safety of the child. The affected products do not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005."

Car seats are essential for keeping your children safe while on the road, and a car expert has recently highlighted the dangers of cleaning them incorrectly. Tom Riley, CEO of Kids Car store, stressed the significance of proper cleaning methods, which he believes are vital to preserving the seat's integrity and, more importantly, its safety features.

Using harsh or unsuitable cleaning products on car seats can not only affect the cleanliness of the seat but also cause damage that could lead to the seat failing in the event of an accident, he warned. He further emphasised that it is crucial for parents to learn and apply correct cleaning techniques.

Moreover, Mr Riley strongly recommends referring to the car seat's manual before starting the cleaning process, pointing out that these manuals offer detailed instructions specific to the seat's safety and upkeep, including advice on suitable cleaning agents and procedures. "Ignorance of these guidelines can inadvertently result in the degradation of key safety features of the car seat," he cautioned.