Britax Car Seat Recall 2026: Over 114,000 Infant Seats Recalled for Detaching Handle

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced a recall of more than 114,000 Britax infant car seats due to a handle defect that poses a fall hazard to children. The recall includes six popular B-Safe models and Britax Endeavours seats.

Parents and caregivers are urged to check their car seats immediately. According to the NHTSA, a screw in the carrying handle can come loose, causing the handle to partially detach. If this happens while the seat is being carried, a child strapped inside could fall, increasing the risk of injury.

Britax Car Seat Recall: What Happened?

The recall, first posted online on August 20, 2026, was initiated following a consumer complaint. Britax investigated the issue and determined that approximately 1 percent of the recalled car seats are expected to have the defect. Four minor injuries have been reported to date.

Britax has voluntarily recalled a total of 114,660 infant car seats in the United States across its B-Safe product line and the Endeavours product line.

Why Are the Car Seats Being Recalled?

The safety risk stems from a screw in the seat’s carrying handle that may come loose after extended use and certain wear conditions. This can cause the handle to partially detach, leading to a potential fall if the seat is being carried.

“A child may fall after a partial detachment, increasing the risk of injury,” the NHTSA states in its recall notice.

Which Britax Car Seat Models Are Affected?

The recall includes the following six models:

• B-Safe Gen 2
• B-Safe Gen 2 Flexfit
• B-Safe Gen 2 Flexfit Plus
• B-Safe 35
• B-Safe Ultra
• Endeavours

All of the affected seats have previously been discontinued by Britax, but they may still be within their usable lifespan and in use by families.

For a complete list of specific model numbers, consumers are advised to check the NHTSA website or Britax’s official recall page.

How to Check if Your Car Seat Is Recalled

Parents and caregivers can determine if their car seat is affected by:

1. Checking the model name on the car seat itself
2. Locating the model number (SKU) on the seat’s label
3. Visiting the NHTSA website to check the brand and model
4. Waiting for a recall notice in the mail (notifications will be sent to registered owners by October 19, 2026)

What Should Parents and Caregivers Do?

The recall remedy is currently under development. However, safety experts recommend the following:

• Discontinue use of the recalled car seat until a remedy is available, if possible
• If you must continue using the seat, stop carrying it by the handle to avoid the risk of detachment
• Register your car seat with Britax if you haven’t already done so to ensure you receive recall notifications
• Contact Britax customer service at 888-427-4829 for more information

What Is the Recall Remedy?

Britax is currently developing a repair kit to address the handle defect. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed by October 19, 2026, to consumers who have registered their car seats.

Britax Car Seat Recall Quick Reference Table

Brand	Affected Model	Approximate Number Recalled	Defect	Safety Risk	What Consumers Should Do	Remedy
Britax	B-Safe Gen 2, B-Safe Gen 2 Flexfit, B-Safe Gen 2 Flexfit Plus, B-Safe 35, B-Safe Ultra, Endeavours	114,660	Handle screw may come loose, causing partial detachment	Child may fall, risk of injury	Stop carrying by handle; contact Britax	Repair kit under development; letters to be mailed Oct 19, 2026

How to Contact Britax / Find Official Recall Information

• Britax Customer Service: 888-427-4829 (Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET)
• NHTSA Hotline: 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153)
• NHTSA Website: www.nhtsa.gov

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FAQ Section

1. Why are Britax car seats being recalled?

The car seats are being recalled because a screw in the carrying handle can come loose, causing the handle to partially detach. This creates a fall hazard for a child strapped inside the seat when it is being carried.

2. How many Britax car seats are affected?

A total of 114,660 Britax infant car seats are affected by this recall.

3. Which Britax car seats are included in the recall?

The recall includes the B-Safe Gen 2, B-Safe Gen 2 Flexfit, B-Safe Gen 2 Flexfit Plus, B-Safe 35, B-Safe Ultra, and Endeavours models.

4. How can I check if my Britax car seat is recalled?

You can check by looking at the model name on your car seat, visiting the NHTSA website, or contacting Britax customer service at 888-427-4829.

5. What should I do if my Britax car seat is affected?

You should stop carrying the car seat by its handle and discontinue use if possible. If you must use it, avoid using the handle. Contact Britax customer service and wait for the remedy repair kit, which is currently under development. Notification letters will be mailed by October 19, 2026.

6. Is there a replacement or repair available?

A repair kit is currently under development. Britax will mail instructions to registered owners by October 19, 2026. You can also contact Britax customer service for more information.