CYBEX recalls over 24,000 infant car seats over safety risk
As parents, we rely on trusted brands to keep our little ones safe—especially when it comes to car seats. That's why it's important to stay informed about recalls like this one. Cybex has issued a (NHTSA 25C002) of select Aton G and Aton G Swivel infant car seats manufactured before May 10, 2024. The issue? Certain actions can cause the harness anchor pin to dislodge when the seat is not in use.
While no injuries have been reported, Cybex urges parents to install a free product update kit to ensure continued safety. If you own an affected seat, here's everything you need to know.
Cybex identified a potential defect with the Aton G infant car seat, which is part of both the Aton G and Aton G Swivel child restraint systems. If the seat is slid or scraped over a sharp edge—such as a countertop or the edge of the Aton G Swivel Base—the harness anchorage hooks can bend. If this happens, the harness anchor pin could become dislodged when the seat is not in use.
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When a child is buckled in, the harness anchor pins cannot come loose.
The risk could occur when the seat is not in use—the harness strap could detach.
Caregivers will notice any harness detachment when checking harness tightness and securing a child.
In a crash, a detached harness could fail to properly restrain the child, increasing the risk of injury.
This recall applies to Aton G and Aton G Swivel infant car seats and select travel systems manufactured before May 10, 2024. If you own one of the following model numbers, your seat is included:
Aton G: 522001441, 522001443, 522001445, 522001447, 522004777, 522004779
Aton G Swivel: 522004167, 522004169, 522004171, 522004173, 522005099, 522004781, 522004783
Eos and Aton G Travel System: 522003793, 522003795, 522003797, 522003799, 522003897
Eos and Aton G Swivel Travel System: 522004805, 522005355
The model number and manufacture date can be found on a label located on the bottom of the seat.
Cybex will provide all affected consumers with a free product update kit starting April 4, 2025. This kit includes a device that locks the harness and harness retention pin in place, along with instructions for installation.
Before each use, check the harness anchor retention hooks for any damage.
If the hooks appear bent or compromised, stop using the seat immediately and contact Cybex for assistance.
Parents can request their free product update kit by contacting Cybex at 1-877-242-5676 (Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM ET). The company asks that consumers do not return the car seats to retailers.
For more details, including demonstration videos, visit Cybex's recall website.
While recalls can be alarming, Cybex has taken proactive steps to address the issue and keep little passengers safe. If you own one of these car seats, be sure to check your model number, request the repair kit, and inspect the harness retention hooks before each use.
Parenting comes with enough worries—let's take this one off your plate by spreading the word and ensuring all affected car seats get the fix they need. Share this with fellow parents to help keep every child secure on the road.
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