| Issue ID | 588005 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10157188 |
| Manufacurer | DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | CARAVAN |
| Model Year | 2004 |
| File date | 10/05/06 |
| Component | CHILD SEAT |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Dt*: the contact stated the four screws that hold the adjustment bar located on the back of the child safety seat have loosened over time resulting in complete detachment of the adjustment bar. The adjustment bar is used to adjust the height of the shoulder straps and without the screws the straps can no longer be adjusted. The adjustment bar could probably be screwed back into place however, the contact expressed hesitation due to safety concerns. The manufacturer was alerted who provided no reassurance for continually use of the safety seat. The seat was only in use for three years and has never been in an accident. The manufacturer of the child safety seat is dorel juvenile group. The brand name is cosco. The model # is: 22-260 hou. *ak |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 29084 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | PEMBROKE PINES, FL |
| VIN pattern | 1D4GP45R04BXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 02/03/04 |
| Was original owner? | Y |
| Anti-lock brakes | Y |
| Cruise control | Y |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Drive train type | |
| Transmission type | AUTO |
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| Type of child seat code | |
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| Dealer's name | MAROONE DODGE |
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