Britax · United States · Crit
Britax Advocate 70 G3, Boulevard 70 G3 +1 more: Child seat — strap/webbing
Affects Britax Advocate 70 G3, Boulevard 70 G3, Pavilion 70 G3 · — — about 55K vehicles.
The hazard
If the child bites off a piece of the softer pad, it could be a choking hazard, resulting in injury or death.
What to do
Britax will provide owners with replacement HUGS pads that are made from a firmer material and instructions on how to replace the pads free of charge. To view a video on how to remove and replace the HUGS chest pads visit www.BritaxUSA.com/support/safety-notices and select the product from the menu on the right side. Owners may remove the HUGS pads and continue using the seat until replacement pads are received. The safety recall began on November 5, 2012. Owners may contact Britax Customer Service Department at 1-888-427-4829 with questions or to request replacement pads in the event their restraint is not already registered with Britax.