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12/07/2013
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Companies replace the belt buckle for security risk of detachment of the child
In the case of Chicco, affected model is the Auto-fix. The Synthesis has the same problem, but is not commercialized in Brazil
Burigotto neonate, Peg-Pérego Tri-Fix K Navetta XL and other models are affected
RIO - Chicco and Burigotto called recall 13,000 baby chairs to cars to replace the belt buckle of product safety. The Sabelt, leader in child safety and manufacturer of belts and buckles, found that a specific model closure used by these two companies in their seats, could present a manufacturing defect that could affect the safety of the product. In the case of Chicco, will recall for 7800 model seats Auto-Fix equipped with safety device 0 Daphne and sold between January 1, 2010 and May 16, 2013. The Burigotto replace the belt buckle security 5100 units of the models Burigotto neonate, Peg-Pérego Tri-Fix K and Navetta XL, manufactured between January 2010 and May 2013. According to Sabelt, the only preventive measure because there is no record of accidents involving the product.
The Chicco reported to the Ministry of Justice (MJ) that the affected units have the clasp replaced due to the lower risk of detachment of the safety device, which can cause "serious injury to the child and other occupants of the vehicle." The same problem was identified in Synthesis model, which is sold in Brazil. Already Burigotto reported that "the defect in closure may result in the opening of the seat belt / cots in the event of impact the vehicle", which, according to the Department of Consumer Protection and Defense (DPDC) MJ, can cause injuries serious for children and other occupants of the vehicle.
To confirm that the seat needs to undergo recall, customers must enter the site Burigotto company www.burigotto.com.br and answer a questionnaire. If so, have to fill out a form, available at the same address, at the address provided to receive the new buckle. More information can be obtained by calling 0800-770-2298.
According to the Chicco site, the two affected models of the company are sold individually or as components of systems for ride (stroller and car seat) Living Trio, S3, Scoop and Tour 4. Chicco customers can ask questions at 0800-200-0210, from 8h to 18h, Monday to Friday, or by www.chicco.com.br site.
The Consumer Protection Code requires that the supplier repair or replace the defective product at any time and free of charge. If there is difficulty, the Ministry of Justice recommends to customers of both companies seeking an organ of protection and consumer protection.
Source: The Globe - Online
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