A baby car seat base by Maxi-Cosi has been urgently recalled over a 'risk of injuries' linked to a malfunctioning safety indicator. The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) announced the recall, urging anyone who purchased the FamilyFix Slide Pro booster seat base to stop using it immediately.
Details of the Recall
According to OPSS, the base's indicator, which shows whether the seat has been correctly fitted, may display 'green' even when the car seat is not fully attached to the base. As a result, the improperly connected booster seat may move or detach from the base and potentially cause injury. The OPSS has also stated that the product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
Affected Products
The recall only affects seats manufactured between September 6, 2025, and March 24, 2026. Owners have been advised to check if their product is affected on the Maxi-Cosi website by entering the product model reference and manufacturing date found on the underside of the base.
Maxi-Cosi's Response
A statement on the Maxi-Cosi website reads: 'Your child's safety drives every decision we make at Maxi-Cosi, and in keeping with our deep dedication to you and your family, we want to make you aware of a voluntary recall affecting your product.' The statement continues: 'During a recent user test conducted as part of our continuous improvement efforts to enhance ease of use, we identified a potential misuse scenario involving a visual indicator on our new Maxi-Cosi FamilyFix base.' It concludes: 'We have initiated a voluntary product recall as part of our ongoing commitment to the highest possible standards of child safety, product quality, and ease of use.'
Additional Context
The news comes after supermarket Morrisons recalled its Morrisons Savers cashews over fears the items contain pieces of glass. This recall highlights ongoing concerns about product safety for children and consumers.
