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ANWB and Consumers' Association: serious defects in two car seats, models immediately withdrawn from sale

The ANWB and Consumentenbond have issued safety warnings for Britax Römer and Axkid car seats after discovering serious defects during crash tests. Sales for the affected Axkid model have been stopped, and a recall has been initiated, while users of the Britax Römer seat are advised to avoid specific recline settings.

The Dutch consumer organizations ANWB and the Consumentenbond have issued urgent warnings regarding two car seat models found to have serious safety defects during rigorous crash testing. The Britax Römer Baby-Safe Pro, when used on the Vario Base 5Z in the reclined position, failed during front-impact tests as the harness unexpectedly opened, causing the test dummy to be ejected. While the manufacturer investigates, users are advised the seat remains safe when used in the upright position or secured with a standard seat belt.

More severe issues were identified with the Axkid Minikid Core, which exhibited structural failures and seat movement during impact tests. Axkid has halted sales of this model and initiated a voluntary recall, offering customers a free replacement. Although both products initially met standard legal requirements, they failed the more intensive, real-world crash simulations conducted by the organizations. Consumers are encouraged to check their equipment and adhere to official safety guidelines until full test results are released later this month.

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