Choking Hazard from Foam in Child Seat Headrest – CYBEX Sirona M Convertible Child Car Seat

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Sirona M Remedy Kit
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2. Line up 135mm guide with top of center foam panel, and mark 135mm from top of center foam panel.
3. Line up one piece of tape with the mark and with space in between foam panels, and press onto side foam panel.
4. Wrap tape under side foam panel and press to secure.
5. Slightly overlap second piece of tape onto the first, and press onto side foam panel.
6. Wrap tape under side foam panel and press to secure.
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7. Repeat for other side. 8. Center foam panel: align tape with the top of the harness slot and the second rib from outside and press into center foam panel.
9. Center foam panel: align final tape with top of harness slot and second rib from outside and press into center foam panel. 10. Center foam panel: wrap both tape pieces under center foam panel and press to secure.
11. Replace headrest cover.
1. Remove headrest cover. side foam panel center foam panel Cybex Customer Care: 1-877-242-5676 side foam panel Instructional Videos
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NHTSA Campaign Number: 22C-001
IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL Dear Valued CYBEX Consumer:
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. CYBEX and Columbus Trading-Partners U.S., Inc, the U.S. distributor for CYBEX (collectively “CYBEX”) have decided that a defect which relates to product safety exists in certain Sirona M car seats manufactured before September 1, 2018, and sold in the US market. CYBEX is initiating a voluntary recall of these seats to inform you of the issue and to advise you of the product improvement kit being made available to correct the issue. Children can access the headrest foam through a small opening in the headrest cover set and can pick off small pieces. These small foam pieces could be a choking hazard, so CYBEX initiated this voluntary recall. The seats meet all requirements for crashworthiness under the Federal safety standard FMVSS 213 and can continue to be used to transport your child safely, before and after you implement the product improvement kit. CYBEX is providing the enclosed free product improvement kit that includes adhesive tape and instructions for application. It should take less than 10 minutes to install the product improvement kit. If you have questions about the recall or product improvement kit, please visit https://cybex-online.com/en-us/safety-notice-and- recalls/Sirona-M or contact CYBEX Customer Service at 1-877-242-5676. Please do not return the Sirona M car seat to retailers. If you received this notice in error, please contact CYBEX Customer Service at 1-877-242-5676. The affected Sirona M car seats have model numbers listed in the table below and manufactured before September 1, 2018. The model number and date of manufacture are printed on a label on the bottom of the seat’s base. If you believe that CYBEX has failed or is unable to remedy the defect without charge within a reasonable time, you may contact the following: Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E., Washington, D.C. 20590, call the toll free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or visit http://www.NHTSA.gov. CYBEX designs, engineers, and tests its products with safety as our number-one priority. We place great importance on your trust in us, and we apologize for any inconvenience or concern this matter has caused for you and your family.
CYBEX Sirona M Model Number 518000385 518000387 518002145 518002149 518002151 518002153 519000211

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Dear Valued CYBEX Retailer:
Please be advised that CYBEX and Columbus Trading-Partners U.S., Inc. (“CTP”), the United States distributor for CYBEX (collectively “CYBEX”) have decided, as of April 8, 2022, to conduct a voluntary recall on select U.S. versions of the Sirona M models manufactured prior to September 1, 2018 (see table for details). The recall of these select U.S. versions of the Sirona M convertible car seats is due to some children accessing and picking off pieces of foam from the headrest through a small opening in the headrest cover set. The foam pieces are very small, generally spherical with no sharp edges, and non-toxic. However, these small foam pieces could be a choking hazard. There have been no reports to CYBEX of injuries to children in connection with the foam the U.S. Sirona M. The car seat continues to meet all requirements for crashworthiness. The affected U.S. versions of the Sirona M car seat can continue to be used to transport children safely. The company will send a consumer notice to registered owners of the affected seats on or about May 9, 2022 to inform them of the action and is working with retailers to ensure that impacted U.S. versions of the Sirona M car seats are no longer available for sale. CYBEX will provide a free product improvement kit that includes manufacturer-approved adhesive tape and instructions for proper application. The company requests that owners of affected seats contact CYBEX for a free product improvement kit by calling 1-877-242-5676 between 8 am and 5 pm ET, Monday through Friday. Customers should not return seats to retailers where purchased. Importantly, the U.S. versions of the Sirona M car seats affected by this recall meet all safety requirements, so they may be used while consumers wait for the product improvement kit. According to CYBEX’s records, you should no longer have the affected product in your inventory. None of the U.S. versions of Sirona M car seats shipped or manufactured since September 1, 2018 are subject to this recall. Affected CYBEX Sirona M
Model Number
518002145
518000387 518002151
518002149
518002153
518000385
519000211 Dates of Manufacture before September 1, 2018
The model number and date of manufacture of the seat are located on the bottom of the seat base (see above photo with red box callout). It is a violation of federal law for a retailer to sell or deliver any affected products covered by this recall unless the defect is remedied. Please contact your CYBEX sales representative with questions about this recall. In addition, we will be providing a recall poster that we would like you to post in a prominent location for 120 days. We anticipate that with your support fforts we can minimize the disruption this recall may cause and
move forward with our growing partnership.

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Please post until October 31, 2022
Safety Recall
PRODUCTS CURRENTLY OFFERED FOR SALE AT THIS RETAILER ARE NOT SUBJECT TO THIS RECALL. Free Product Improvement Kit for US version of Cybex® Sirona™ M with SensorSafe™ Car Seats Manufactured before September 1, 2018
Cybex® will offer a free product improvement kit to owners of certain US versions of the Sirona M child restraints manufactured before September 1, 2018. Cybex discovered that some children can access the foam headrest through a small opening in the headrest cover set that covers the foam. While seated in the car seat, a child may pick off small pieces of foam and place that foam in their mouth, nose, or ears, posing a potential choking hazard. The foam is non-toxic and is a small, spherical shape with no sharp edges. While there have been no reports of serious injury, in an abundance of caution and commitment to safety and continuous product improvement, Cybex elected to conduct a voluntary recall. The product improvement kit, consisting of written instructions and manufacturer-approved tape to apply to the foam, is only needed for US versions of Sirona M models manufactured before September 1, 2018 with model numbers 518000385, 518000387, 518002145, 518002149, 518002151, 518002153 and 519000211. The model number and date of manufacture are located on the bottom of the seat base. Consumers who own an affected US Sirona M car seat manufactured before September 1, 2018 should register for a free product improvement kit by calling, 1-877-242-5676 from 8 AM – 5 PM ET,
Monday through Friday or by visiting https://cybex-online.com/en-us/safety-notice-and-recalls.

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Columbus Trading-Partners USA, Inc. MAY 17, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22C-001 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Columbus Trading-Partners USA, Inc.
Address : 225 Byers Road
Miamisburg OH 45342 Company phone : 937-415-3215 Population :
Number of potentially involved : 20,526 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 % Child Restraint Information : Make 1 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M OTHER
518002145 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518002145 affected is 5569. Production Dates : NOV 03, 2017 – AUG 18, 2018 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 2 Make 2 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M
NR 518002149 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518002149 affected is 1657.
Production Dates : NOV 06, 2017 – MAY 25, 2018 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 3 Make 3 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M
NR 518002151 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518002151 affected is 5158.
Production Dates : NOV 06, 2017 – AUG 18, 2018 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 4 Make 4 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M
NR 518002153 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518002153 affected is 6629 Production Dates : JAN 06, 2018 – AUG 22, 2018 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 5 Make 5 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M OTHER
519000211 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M model number 518000211 affected is 100.
Production Dates : MAY 07, 2018 – MAY 07, 2018 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 6 Make 6 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M OTHER
518000385 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before to August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518000385 affected is 347.
Production Dates : AUG 31, 2018 – AUG 31, 2018 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 7 Make 7 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M
NR 518000387 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518000387 affected is 1066. Production Dates : NOV 04, 2017 – NOV 21, 2017 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 8 Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : A small number of consumers notified CTP and NHTSA that is possible for a child to access and pick small pieces of foam under the headrest pad on the US version of the Cybex Sirona M convertible seat. It has been reported that a child can put the small piece of foam into their mouth. These reports have not included any claims of injury or choking. Moreover, the foam picking does not impact the crashworthiness of the seat and the seat is in all other ways compliant with FMVSS 213. However, CTP has determined that a child can access the foam through a small opening in the headrest fabric that covers the foam headrest. It has been reported that a child can pick small pieces of foam which could pose a choking hazard. Pictures of the car seats showing the headrest fabric and headrest foam are included in the CTP response letters to NHTSA dated 7.22.20, 9.20.21 and 12.8.21 in connection with NHTSA inquiry NEF 0102SW/ PE-21-014. The foam pieces that were picked are small (roughly 3-4 mm), generally spherical pieces, with no sharp edges. The foam is non-toxic and does not pose a chemical or poison concern if ingested. However, if a child places a piece of foam in their mouth the foam could pose a choking hazard. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : There is a risk that a child may place the foam in their nose, ear, or mouth.
The foam pieces that were picked are small (roughly 3-4 mm), generally spherical pieces, with no sharp edges. The foam is non-toxic and does not pose a chemical or poison concern if ingested. However, it a child places a piece of foam in their mouth it could pose a choking hazard. The foam picking does not impact the seat’s crashworthiness.
Description of the Cause : Children accessing and picking the EPS foam under the headrest cover while seated in the car seat. Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : A consumer may see the child reaching behind their head while accessing the foam, see a small piece of foam on the seat pad of the child restraint, or see the child with a small piece of foam in their mouth, ear, or nose. Involved Components : Component Name : Headrest foam
Component Description : Left Side Panel Headrest Foam Component Part Number : C401_256 Headrest EPS Left The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 9 Component Name : Headrest foam
Component Description : Right Side Panel Headrest Foam Component Part Number : C401_257 Headrest EPS Right Component Name : Headrest Foam Component Description : Center Headrest Foam
Component Part Number : C401_258 Headrest Central EPS Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Goodbaby Child Products Co. LTD Address : No 28 East Fu Leng Road
Kunshan, Jiangsu Province Foreign States 215300
Country : China Chronology :
CTP closely tracked feedback from consumer owners of the US version of the CYBEX Sirona M following the release of the car seat in the U.S. market. Early in 2018, CTP received a few reports that children could access the foam under the seat pad in the headrest area and could and/or did place the small foam pieces in their mouths. To address consumer feedback and to continuously improve our products for our consumers, CTP implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018, which consisted of adding tape to the lower edges of the EPS in the child restraint’s headrest. This eliminated the ability of a child from being able to pick or scrape the EPS. NHTSA submitted a request for information to CTP on July 16, 2020 related to two reports of foam picking on the car seat. CTP responded to NHTSA providing information regarding the engineering change. CTP remained in communication with NHTSA regarding the foam picking, providing NHTSA additional requested information on September 20, 2021 and December 8, 2021.
While CTP received reports between early 2018 and November 2021 that 53 children could or possibly did pick foam and possibly place foam pieces in their mouths, CTP did not receive any reports of any injuries or fatalities. The pieces of foam are small, soft, and non-toxic. However, if a child picks a piece of foam and places it into their mouth, nose, or ear the foam could pose a choking hazard or otherwise cause a safety concern for caregivers. Following additional discussions with NHTSA and in furtherance of continuous product improvement and a The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 10 robust commitment to safety, CTP determined it should prepare and provide a product improvement kit to consumers through a Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign which will enable consumers who own certain US Sirona M models manufactured on or before August 31, 2018 to apply tape to the EPS foam to prevent foam picking. Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : CTP plans to send a product improvement kit to owners of the impacted
seats consisting of manufacturer-approved tape and instructions to apply the tape to the EPS headrest foam. The tape will eliminate access to the foam by the occupant. CTP plans to complete the following activities:
1. CTP will mail a notification letter to all registered consumers of the impacted US Sirona M car seats informing them about the potential foam picking issue and enclosing manufacturer-approved tape and instructions for properly applying the tape to prevent access to the headrest foam.
2. CTP will issue a press release on its website and will issue communications on its social media accounts with information about the safety recall campaign and available product improvement kit. Owners will be instructed how to find the model number and date of manufacture on their seat(s). CTP will provide owners of US Sirona M seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018 who contact CTP with a product improvement kit including manufacturer-approved tape to cover the EPS foam and instructions for proper application to prevent access to the foam. CTP will also advise consumers that all US Sirona M seats manufactured after August 31, 2018 come with the additional tape already applied preventing access to the EPS headrest foam and are not the subject of the recall campaign.
3. CTP will put a video on its website demonstrating proper application of the manufacturer-approved tape to the EPS headrest foam. All notification letters sent to consumers will include a QR code to link them to this video as well as a website address where the video is located. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The manufacturer-approved tape will be accompanied by clear written instructions, a QR code linking the consumer to a video demonstrating the proper application of the tape, and a website address where the video instructions can also be found. These instructions will assist the consumer in clearly distinguishing the tape from any existing feature or component of the US Sirona M.
As noted above, based on consumer feedback and as a commitment to continuous product improvement, CTP implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018, which consisted of adding tape to the headrest EPS foam on the US Sirona M to prevent access to the foam. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : NR
Planned Dealer Notification Date : MAY 20, 2022 – JUN 03, 2022
Planned Owner Notification Date : MAY 20, 2022 – JUN 03, 2022
Purchaser Information :
The following manufacturers purchased this defective/noncompliant equipment for possible use or installation in new motor vehicles or new items of motor vehicle equipment:
Name : Columbus Trading-Partners USA, Inc. Address : 1801 Commerce Center Drive Piqua OH 45356 Country : US
Company Phone : 9373059310
* NR – Not Reported

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Columbus Trading-Partners USA, Inc. JUN 14, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22C-001 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Columbus Trading-Partners USA, Inc.
Address : 225 Byers Road
Miamisburg OH 45342 Company phone : 937-415-3215 Population :
Number of potentially involved : 20,526 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 % Child Restraint Information : Make 1 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M OTHER
518002145 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518002145 affected is 5569. Production Dates : NOV 03, 2017 – AUG 18, 2018 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 2 Make 2 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M
NR 518002149 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518002149 affected is 1657.
Production Dates : NOV 06, 2017 – MAY 25, 2018 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 3 Make 3 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M
NR 518002151 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518002151 affected is 5158.
Production Dates : NOV 06, 2017 – AUG 18, 2018 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 4 Make 4 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M
NR 518000387 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518000387 affected is 1066. Production Dates : NOV 04, 2017 – NOV 21, 2017 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 5 Make 5 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M OTHER
519000211 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M model number 518000211 affected is 100.
Production Dates : MAY 07, 2018 – MAY 07, 2018 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 6 Make 6 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M OTHER
518000385 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before to August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518000385 affected is 347.
Production Dates : AUG 31, 2018 – AUG 31, 2018 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 7 Make 7 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M
NR 518002153 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518002153 affected is 6629 Production Dates : JAN 06, 2018 – AUG 22, 2018 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 8 Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : A small number of consumers notified CTP and NHTSA that is possible for a child to access and pick small pieces of foam under the headrest pad on the US version of the Cybex Sirona M convertible seat. It has been reported that a child can put the small piece of foam into their mouth. These reports have not included any claims of injury or choking. Moreover, the foam picking does not impact the crashworthiness of the seat and the seat is in all other ways compliant with FMVSS 213. However, CTP has determined that a child can access the foam through a small opening in the headrest fabric that covers the foam headrest. It has been reported that a child can pick small pieces of foam which could pose a choking hazard. Pictures of the car seats showing the headrest fabric and headrest foam are included in the CTP response letters to NHTSA dated 7.22.20, 9.20.21 and 12.8.21 in connection with NHTSA inquiry NEF 0102SW/ PE-21-014. The foam pieces that were picked are small (roughly 3-4 mm), generally spherical pieces, with no sharp edges. The foam is non-toxic and does not pose a chemical or poison concern if ingested. However, if a child places a piece of foam in their mouth the foam could pose a choking hazard. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : There is a risk that a child may place the foam in their nose, ear, or mouth.
The foam pieces that were picked are small (roughly 3-4 mm), generally spherical pieces, with no sharp edges. The foam is non-toxic and does not pose a chemical or poison concern if ingested. However, it a child places a piece of foam in their mouth it could pose a choking hazard. The foam picking does not impact the seat’s crashworthiness.
Description of the Cause : Children accessing and picking the EPS foam under the headrest cover while seated in the car seat. Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : A consumer may see the child reaching behind their head while accessing the foam, see a small piece of foam on the seat pad of the child restraint, or see the child with a small piece of foam in their mouth, ear, or nose. Involved Components : Component Name : Headrest foam
Component Description : Left Side Panel Headrest Foam Component Part Number : C401_256 Headrest EPS Left The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 9 Component Name : Headrest foam
Component Description : Right Side Panel Headrest Foam Component Part Number : C401_257 Headrest EPS Right Component Name : Headrest Foam Component Description : Center Headrest Foam
Component Part Number : C401_258 Headrest Central EPS Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Goodbaby Child Products Co. LTD Address : No 28 East Fu Leng Road
Kunshan, Jiangsu Province Foreign States 215300
Country : China Chronology :
CTP closely tracked feedback from consumer owners of the US version of the CYBEX Sirona M following the release of the car seat in the U.S. market. Early in 2018, CTP received a few reports that children could access the foam under the seat pad in the headrest area and could and/or did place the small foam pieces in their mouths. To address consumer feedback and to continuously improve our products for our consumers, CTP implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018, which consisted of adding tape to the lower edges of the EPS in the child restraint’s headrest. This eliminated the ability of a child from being able to pick or scrape the EPS. NHTSA submitted a request for information to CTP on July 16, 2020 related to two reports of foam picking on the car seat. CTP responded to NHTSA providing information regarding the engineering change. CTP remained in communication with NHTSA regarding the foam picking, providing NHTSA additional requested information on September 20, 2021 and December 8, 2021.
While CTP received reports between early 2018 and November 2021 that 53 children could or possibly did pick foam and possibly place foam pieces in their mouths, CTP did not receive any reports of any injuries or fatalities. The pieces of foam are small, soft, and non-toxic. However, if a child picks a piece of foam and places it into their mouth, nose, or ear the foam could pose a choking hazard or otherwise cause a safety concern for caregivers. Following additional discussions with NHTSA and in furtherance of continuous product improvement and a The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 10 robust commitment to safety, CTP determined it should prepare and provide a product improvement kit to consumers through a Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign which will enable consumers who own certain US Sirona M models manufactured on or before August 31, 2018 to apply tape to the EPS foam to prevent foam picking. Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : CTP plans to send a product improvement kit to owners of the impacted
seats consisting of manufacturer-approved tape and instructions to apply the tape to the EPS headrest foam. The tape will eliminate access to the foam by the occupant. CTP plans to complete the following activities:
1. CTP will mail a notification letter to all registered consumers of the impacted US Sirona M car seats informing them about the potential foam picking issue and enclosing manufacturer-approved tape and instructions for properly applying the tape to prevent access to the headrest foam.
2. CTP will issue a press release on its website and will issue communications on its social media accounts with information about the safety recall campaign and available product improvement kit. Owners will be instructed how to find the model number and date of manufacture on their seat(s). CTP will provide owners of US Sirona M seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018 who contact CTP with a product improvement kit including manufacturer-approved tape to cover the EPS foam and instructions for proper application to prevent access to the foam. CTP will also advise consumers that all US Sirona M seats manufactured after August 31, 2018 come with the additional tape already applied preventing access to the EPS headrest foam and are not the subject of the recall campaign.
3. CTP will put a video on its website demonstrating proper application of the manufacturer-approved tape to the EPS headrest foam. All notification letters sent to consumers will include a QR code to link them to this video as well as a website address where the video is located. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The manufacturer-approved tape will be accompanied by clear written instructions, a QR code linking the consumer to a video demonstrating the proper application of the tape, and a website address where the video instructions can also be found. These instructions will assist the consumer in clearly distinguishing the tape from any existing feature or component of the US Sirona M.
As noted above, based on consumer feedback and as a commitment to continuous product improvement, CTP implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018, which consisted of adding tape to the headrest EPS foam on the US Sirona M to prevent access to the foam. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001
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Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : May 20, 2022 – June 3, 2022
Planned Dealer Notification Date : MAY 20, 2022 – JUN 03, 2022
Planned Owner Notification Date : MAY 20, 2022 – JUN 03, 2022
Purchaser Information :
The following manufacturers purchased this defective/noncompliant equipment for possible use or installation in new motor vehicles or new items of motor vehicle equipment:
Name : Columbus Trading-Partners USA, Inc. Address : 1801 Commerce Center Drive Piqua OH 45356 Country : US
Company Phone : 9373059310
* NR – Not Reported

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Columbus Trading-Partners USA, Inc. APR 08, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22C-001 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Columbus Trading-Partners USA, Inc.
Address : 225 Byers Road
Miamisburg OH 45342 Company phone : 937-415-3215 Population :
Number of potentially involved : 20,526 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 % Child Restraint Information : Make 1 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M OTHER
518000385 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before to August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518000385 affected is 347. Production Dates : AUG 31, 2018 – AUG 31, 2018 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 2 Make 2 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M
NR 518002153 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518002153 affected is 6629 Production Dates : JAN 06, 2018 – AUG 22, 2018 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 3 Make 3 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M
NR 518000387 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518000387 affected is 1066. Production Dates : NOV 04, 2017 – NOV 21, 2017 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 4 Make 4 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M
NR 518002145 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518002145 affected is 5569.
Production Dates : NOV 03, 2017 – AUG 18, 2018 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 5 Make 5 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M
NR 518002149 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518002149 affected is 1657.
Production Dates : NOV 06, 2017 – MAY 25, 2018 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 6 Make 6 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M
NR 518002151 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518002151 affected is 5158.
Production Dates : NOV 06, 2017 – AUG 18, 2018 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 7 Make 7 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M OTHER
518000211 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M model number 518000211 affected is 100.
Production Dates : MAY 07, 2018 – MAY 07, 2018 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 8 Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : A small number of consumers notified CTP and NHTSA that is possible for a child to access and pick small pieces of foam under the headrest pad on the US version of the Cybex Sirona M convertible seat. It has been reported that a child can put the small piece of foam into their mouth. These reports have not included any claims of injury or choking. Moreover, the foam picking does not impact the crashworthiness of the seat and the seat is in all other ways compliant with FMVSS 213. However, CTP has determined that a child can access the foam through a small opening in the headrest fabric that covers the foam headrest. It has been reported that a child can pick small pieces of foam which could pose a choking hazard. Pictures of the car seats showing the headrest fabric and headrest foam are included in the CTP response letters to NHTSA dated 7.22.20, 9.20.21 and 12.8.21 in connection with NHTSA inquiry NEF 0102SW/ PE-21-014. The foam pieces that were picked are small (roughly 3-4 mm), generally spherical pieces, with no sharp edges. The foam is non-toxic and does not pose a chemical or poison concern if ingested. However, if a child places a piece of foam in their mouth the foam could pose a choking hazard. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : There is a risk that a child may place the foam in their nose, ear, or mouth.
The foam pieces that were picked are small (roughly 3-4 mm), generally spherical pieces, with no sharp edges. The foam is non-toxic and does not pose a chemical or poison concern if ingested. However, it a child places a piece of foam in their mouth it could pose a choking hazard. The foam picking does not impact the seat’s crashworthiness.
Description of the Cause : Children accessing and picking the EPS foam under the headrest cover while seated in the car seat. Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : A consumer may see the child reaching behind their head while accessing the foam, see a small piece of foam on the seat pad of the child restraint, or see the child with a small piece of foam in their mouth, ear, or nose. Involved Components : Component Name : NR Component Description : NR Component Part Number : NR The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 9 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : NR Address : NR
NR
Country : NR Chronology :
CTP closely tracked feedback from consumer owners of the US version of the CYBEX Sirona M following the release of the car seat in the U.S. market. Early in 2018, CTP received a few reports that children could access the foam under the seat pad in the headrest area and could and/or did place the small foam pieces in their mouths. To address consumer feedback and to continuously improve our products for our consumers, CTP implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018, which consisted of adding tape to the lower edges of the EPS in the child restraint’s headrest. This eliminated the ability of a child from being able to pick or scrape the EPS. NHTSA submitted a request for information to CTP on July 16, 2020 related to two reports of foam picking on the car seat. CTP responded to NHTSA providing information regarding the engineering change. CTP remained in communication with NHTSA regarding the foam picking, providing NHTSA additional requested information on September 20, 2021 and December 8, 2021.
While CTP received some reports of children that could or possibly did place foam pieces in their mouths, CTP did not receive any reports of any injuries or fatalities. The pieces of foam are small, soft, and non-toxic.
However, if a child picks a piece of foam and places it into their mouth, nose, or ear the foam could pose a choking hazard or otherwise cause a safety concern for caregivers. Following additional discussions with NHTSA and in furtherance of continuous product improvement and a robust commitment to safety, CTP determined it should prepare and provide a product improvement kit to consumers through a Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign which will enable consumers who own certain US Sirona M models manufactured on or before August 31, 2018 to apply tape to the EPS foam to prevent foam picking. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 10 Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : CTP plans to send a product improvement kit to owners of the impacted
seats consisting of manufacturer-approved tape and instructions to apply the tape to the EPS headrest foam. The tape will eliminate access to the foam by the occupant. CTP plans to complete the following activities:
1. CTP will mail a notification letter to all registered consumers of the impacted US Sirona M car seats informing them about the potential foam picking issue and enclosing manufacturer-approved tape and instructions for properly applying the tape to prevent access to the headrest foam.
2. CTP will issue a press release on its website and will issue communications on its social media accounts with information about the safety recall campaign and available product improvement kit. Owners will be instructed how to find the model number and date of manufacture on their seat(s). CTP will provide owners of US Sirona M seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018 who contact CTP with a product improvement kit including manufacturer-approved tape to cover the EPS foam and instructions for proper application to prevent access to the foam. CTP will also advise consumers that all US Sirona M seats manufactured after August 31, 2018 come with the additional tape already applied preventing access to the EPS headrest foam and are not the subject of the recall campaign.
3. CTP will put a video on its website demonstrating proper application of the manufacturer-approved tape to the EPS headrest foam. All notification letters sent to consumers will include a QR code to link them to this video as well as a website address where the video is located. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The manufacturer-approved tape will be accompanied by clear written instructions, a QR code linking the consumer to a video demonstrating the proper application of the tape, and a website address where the video instructions can also be found. These instructions will assist the consumer in clearly distinguishing the tape from any existing feature or component of the US Sirona M.
As noted above, based on consumer feedback and as a commitment to continuous product improvement, CTP implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018, which consisted of adding tape to the headrest EPS foam on the US Sirona M to prevent access to the foam. Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : NR
Planned Dealer Notification Date : MAY 09, 2022 – MAY 23, 2022
Planned Owner Notification Date : MAY 09, 2022 – MAY 23, 2022 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Purchaser Information :
The following manufacturers purchased this defective/noncompliant equipment for possible use or installation in new motor vehicles or new items of motor vehicle equipment:
Name : NR Address : NR
NR Country : NR Company Phone : NR
* NR – Not Reported

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Columbus Trading-Partners USA, Inc. MAY 02, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22C-001 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Columbus Trading-Partners USA, Inc.
Address : 225 Byers Road
Miamisburg OH 45342 Company phone : 937-415-3215 Population :
Number of potentially involved : 20,526 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 % Child Restraint Information : Make 1 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M OTHER
518002145 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518002145 affected is 5569. Production Dates : NOV 03, 2017 – AUG 18, 2018 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 2 Make 2 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M
NR 518002149 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518002149 affected is 1657.
Production Dates : NOV 06, 2017 – MAY 25, 2018 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 3 Make 3 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M
NR 518002151 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518002151 affected is 5158.
Production Dates : NOV 06, 2017 – AUG 18, 2018 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 4 Make 4 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M
NR 518000387 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518000387 affected is 1066. Production Dates : NOV 04, 2017 – NOV 21, 2017 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 5 Make 5 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M OTHER
519000211 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M model number 518000211 affected is 100.
Production Dates : MAY 07, 2018 – MAY 07, 2018 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 6 Make 6 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M OTHER
518000385 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before to August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518000385 affected is 347.
Production Dates : AUG 31, 2018 – AUG 31, 2018 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 7 Make 7 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M
NR 518002153 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518002153 affected is 6629 Production Dates : JAN 06, 2018 – AUG 22, 2018 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 8 Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : A small number of consumers notified CTP and NHTSA that is possible for a child to access and pick small pieces of foam under the headrest pad on the US version of the Cybex Sirona M convertible seat. It has been reported that a child can put the small piece of foam into their mouth. These reports have not included any claims of injury or choking. Moreover, the foam picking does not impact the crashworthiness of the seat and the seat is in all other ways compliant with FMVSS 213. However, CTP has determined that a child can access the foam through a small opening in the headrest fabric that covers the foam headrest. It has been reported that a child can pick small pieces of foam which could pose a choking hazard. Pictures of the car seats showing the headrest fabric and headrest foam are included in the CTP response letters to NHTSA dated 7.22.20, 9.20.21 and 12.8.21 in connection with NHTSA inquiry NEF 0102SW/ PE-21-014. The foam pieces that were picked are small (roughly 3-4 mm), generally spherical pieces, with no sharp edges. The foam is non-toxic and does not pose a chemical or poison concern if ingested. However, if a child places a piece of foam in their mouth the foam could pose a choking hazard. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : There is a risk that a child may place the foam in their nose, ear, or mouth.
The foam pieces that were picked are small (roughly 3-4 mm), generally spherical pieces, with no sharp edges. The foam is non-toxic and does not pose a chemical or poison concern if ingested. However, it a child places a piece of foam in their mouth it could pose a choking hazard. The foam picking does not impact the seat’s crashworthiness.
Description of the Cause : Children accessing and picking the EPS foam under the headrest cover while seated in the car seat. Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : A consumer may see the child reaching behind their head while accessing the foam, see a small piece of foam on the seat pad of the child restraint, or see the child with a small piece of foam in their mouth, ear, or nose. Involved Components : Component Name : Headrest foam
Component Description : Left Side Panel Headrest Foam Component Part Number : C401_256 Headrest EPS Left The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 9 Component Name : Headrest foam
Component Description : Right Side Panel Headrest Foam Component Part Number : C401_257 Headrest EPS Right Component Name : Headrest Foam Component Description : Center Headrest Foam
Component Part Number : C401_258 Headrest Central EPS Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Goodbaby Child Products Co. LTD Address : No 28 East Fu Leng Road
Kunshan, Jiangsu Province Foreign States 215300
Country : China Chronology :
CTP closely tracked feedback from consumer owners of the US version of the CYBEX Sirona M following the release of the car seat in the U.S. market. Early in 2018, CTP received a few reports that children could access the foam under the seat pad in the headrest area and could and/or did place the small foam pieces in their mouths. To address consumer feedback and to continuously improve our products for our consumers, CTP implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018, which consisted of adding tape to the lower edges of the EPS in the child restraint’s headrest. This eliminated the ability of a child from being able to pick or scrape the EPS. NHTSA submitted a request for information to CTP on July 16, 2020 related to two reports of foam picking on the car seat. CTP responded to NHTSA providing information regarding the engineering change. CTP remained in communication with NHTSA regarding the foam picking, providing NHTSA additional requested information on September 20, 2021 and December 8, 2021.
While CTP received reports between early 2018 and November 2021 that 53 children could or possibly did pick foam and possibly place foam pieces in their mouths, CTP did not receive any reports of any injuries or fatalities. The pieces of foam are small, soft, and non-toxic. However, if a child picks a piece of foam and places it into their mouth, nose, or ear the foam could pose a choking hazard or otherwise cause a safety concern for caregivers. Following additional discussions with NHTSA and in furtherance of continuous product improvement and a The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 10 robust commitment to safety, CTP determined it should prepare and provide a product improvement kit to consumers through a Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign which will enable consumers who own certain US Sirona M models manufactured on or before August 31, 2018 to apply tape to the EPS foam to prevent foam picking. Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : CTP plans to send a product improvement kit to owners of the impacted
seats consisting of manufacturer-approved tape and instructions to apply the tape to the EPS headrest foam. The tape will eliminate access to the foam by the occupant. CTP plans to complete the following activities:
1. CTP will mail a notification letter to all registered consumers of the impacted US Sirona M car seats informing them about the potential foam picking issue and enclosing manufacturer-approved tape and instructions for properly applying the tape to prevent access to the headrest foam.
2. CTP will issue a press release on its website and will issue communications on its social media accounts with information about the safety recall campaign and available product improvement kit. Owners will be instructed how to find the model number and date of manufacture on their seat(s). CTP will provide owners of US Sirona M seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018 who contact CTP with a product improvement kit including manufacturer-approved tape to cover the EPS foam and instructions for proper application to prevent access to the foam. CTP will also advise consumers that all US Sirona M seats manufactured after August 31, 2018 come with the additional tape already applied preventing access to the EPS headrest foam and are not the subject of the recall campaign.
3. CTP will put a video on its website demonstrating proper application of the manufacturer-approved tape to the EPS headrest foam. All notification letters sent to consumers will include a QR code to link them to this video as well as a website address where the video is located. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The manufacturer-approved tape will be accompanied by clear written instructions, a QR code linking the consumer to a video demonstrating the proper application of the tape, and a website address where the video instructions can also be found. These instructions will assist the consumer in clearly distinguishing the tape from any existing feature or component of the US Sirona M.
As noted above, based on consumer feedback and as a commitment to continuous product improvement, CTP implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018, which consisted of adding tape to the headrest EPS foam on the US Sirona M to prevent access to the foam. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : NR
Planned Dealer Notification Date : MAY 09, 2022 – MAY 23, 2022
Planned Owner Notification Date : MAY 09, 2022 – MAY 23, 2022
Purchaser Information :
The following manufacturers purchased this defective/noncompliant equipment for possible use or installation in new motor vehicles or new items of motor vehicle equipment:
Name : Columbus Trading-Partners USA, Inc. Address : 1801 Commerce Center Drive Piqua OH 45356 Country : US
Company Phone : 9373059310
* NR – Not Reported

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Columbus Trading-Partners USA, Inc. APR 20, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22C-001 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Columbus Trading-Partners USA, Inc.
Address : 225 Byers Road
Miamisburg OH 45342 Company phone : 937-415-3215 Population :
Number of potentially involved : 20,526 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 % Child Restraint Information : Make 1 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M OTHER
518000385 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before to August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518000385 affected is 347. Production Dates : AUG 31, 2018 – AUG 31, 2018 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 2 Make 2 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M
NR 518000387 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518000387 affected is 1066. Production Dates : NOV 04, 2017 – NOV 21, 2017 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 3 Make 3 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M
NR 518002145 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518002145 affected is 5569.
Production Dates : NOV 03, 2017 – AUG 18, 2018 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 4 Make 4 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M
NR 518002149 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518002149 affected is 1657.
Production Dates : NOV 06, 2017 – MAY 25, 2018 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 5 Make 5 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M
NR 518002151 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518002151 affected is 5158.
Production Dates : NOV 06, 2017 – AUG 18, 2018 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 6 Make 6 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M
NR 518002153 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M 518002153 affected is 6629 Production Dates : JAN 06, 2018 – AUG 22, 2018 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 7 Make 7 : Model : Seat Type : Model No. : Sirona M OTHER
519000211 Platform Name / No. : NR Brand Name : CYBEX Descriptive Information : The US version of the CYBEX Sirona M is a convertible child restraint system that is used both rear-facing and forward-facing that is distributed by Columbus Trading-Partners (CTP). The structure of the US Sirona M is primarily steel and rigid plastic. However, foam is used in child-contactable areas, including the headrest, for safety and comfort purposes. The foam used is expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a composition small beads (3-4 mm) bonded together to form a rigid structure. A small number of consumers have notified CTP and NHTSA that their child has accessed and picked small pieces of the foam. Based on these reports, CTP initially implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018 to add tape to the lower edges of the EPS to prevent access to the foam. CTP received additional notifications from consumers regarding foam picking on seats manufactured prior to the engineering change, so CTP intends to publish a voluntary recall notice to advise consumers that their child may be able to access the foam in seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018, and to provide a manufacturer-approved tape kit to apply to the headrest EPS to prevent picking the foam. The US Sirona M remains in all other ways a safe and FMVSS 213 compliant child restraint. CYBEX has determined that non-US versions of the CYBEX Sirona M are not affected. The total number of US Sirona M model number 518000211 affected is 100.
Production Dates : MAY 07, 2018 – MAY 07, 2018 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 8 Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : A small number of consumers notified CTP and NHTSA that is possible for a child to access and pick small pieces of foam under the headrest pad on the US version of the Cybex Sirona M convertible seat. It has been reported that a child can put the small piece of foam into their mouth. These reports have not included any claims of injury or choking. Moreover, the foam picking does not impact the crashworthiness of the seat and the seat is in all other ways compliant with FMVSS 213. However, CTP has determined that a child can access the foam through a small opening in the headrest fabric that covers the foam headrest. It has been reported that a child can pick small pieces of foam which could pose a choking hazard. Pictures of the car seats showing the headrest fabric and headrest foam are included in the CTP response letters to NHTSA dated 7.22.20, 9.20.21 and 12.8.21 in connection with NHTSA inquiry NEF 0102SW/ PE-21-014. The foam pieces that were picked are small (roughly 3-4 mm), generally spherical pieces, with no sharp edges. The foam is non-toxic and does not pose a chemical or poison concern if ingested. However, if a child places a piece of foam in their mouth the foam could pose a choking hazard. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : There is a risk that a child may place the foam in their nose, ear, or mouth.
The foam pieces that were picked are small (roughly 3-4 mm), generally spherical pieces, with no sharp edges. The foam is non-toxic and does not pose a chemical or poison concern if ingested. However, it a child places a piece of foam in their mouth it could pose a choking hazard. The foam picking does not impact the seat’s crashworthiness.
Description of the Cause : Children accessing and picking the EPS foam under the headrest cover while seated in the car seat. Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : A consumer may see the child reaching behind their head while accessing the foam, see a small piece of foam on the seat pad of the child restraint, or see the child with a small piece of foam in their mouth, ear, or nose. Involved Components : Component Name : NR Component Description : NR Component Part Number : NR The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 9 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
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CTP closely tracked feedback from consumer owners of the US version of the CYBEX Sirona M following the release of the car seat in the U.S. market. Early in 2018, CTP received a few reports that children could access the foam under the seat pad in the headrest area and could and/or did place the small foam pieces in their mouths. To address consumer feedback and to continuously improve our products for our consumers, CTP implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018, which consisted of adding tape to the lower edges of the EPS in the child restraint’s headrest. This eliminated the ability of a child from being able to pick or scrape the EPS. NHTSA submitted a request for information to CTP on July 16, 2020 related to two reports of foam picking on the car seat. CTP responded to NHTSA providing information regarding the engineering change. CTP remained in communication with NHTSA regarding the foam picking, providing NHTSA additional requested information on September 20, 2021 and December 8, 2021.
While CTP received some reports of children that could or possibly did place foam pieces in their mouths, CTP did not receive any reports of any injuries or fatalities. The pieces of foam are small, soft, and non-toxic.
However, if a child picks a piece of foam and places it into their mouth, nose, or ear the foam could pose a choking hazard or otherwise cause a safety concern for caregivers. Following additional discussions with NHTSA and in furtherance of continuous product improvement and a robust commitment to safety, CTP determined it should prepare and provide a product improvement kit to consumers through a Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign which will enable consumers who own certain US Sirona M models manufactured on or before August 31, 2018 to apply tape to the EPS foam to prevent foam picking. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001 Page 10 Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : CTP plans to send a product improvement kit to owners of the impacted
seats consisting of manufacturer-approved tape and instructions to apply the tape to the EPS headrest foam. The tape will eliminate access to the foam by the occupant. CTP plans to complete the following activities:
1. CTP will mail a notification letter to all registered consumers of the impacted US Sirona M car seats informing them about the potential foam picking issue and enclosing manufacturer-approved tape and instructions for properly applying the tape to prevent access to the headrest foam.
2. CTP will issue a press release on its website and will issue communications on its social media accounts with information about the safety recall campaign and available product improvement kit. Owners will be instructed how to find the model number and date of manufacture on their seat(s). CTP will provide owners of US Sirona M seats manufactured on or before August 31, 2018 who contact CTP with a product improvement kit including manufacturer-approved tape to cover the EPS foam and instructions for proper application to prevent access to the foam. CTP will also advise consumers that all US Sirona M seats manufactured after August 31, 2018 come with the additional tape already applied preventing access to the EPS headrest foam and are not the subject of the recall campaign.
3. CTP will put a video on its website demonstrating proper application of the manufacturer-approved tape to the EPS headrest foam. All notification letters sent to consumers will include a QR code to link them to this video as well as a website address where the video is located. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The manufacturer-approved tape will be accompanied by clear written instructions, a QR code linking the consumer to a video demonstrating the proper application of the tape, and a website address where the video instructions can also be found. These instructions will assist the consumer in clearly distinguishing the tape from any existing feature or component of the US Sirona M.
As noted above, based on consumer feedback and as a commitment to continuous product improvement, CTP implemented an engineering change on August 31, 2018, which consisted of adding tape to the headrest EPS foam on the US Sirona M to prevent access to the foam. Recall Schedule :
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Planned Dealer Notification Date : MAY 09, 2022 – MAY 23, 2022
Planned Owner Notification Date : MAY 09, 2022 – MAY 23, 2022 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22C-001
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Purchaser Information :
The following manufacturers purchased this defective/noncompliant equipment for possible use or installation in new motor vehicles or new items of motor vehicle equipment:
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