has the buckle been replaced since the recall?
1570464
The buckle on this car seat was not part of the recall. This production is a newer seat and has the new buckle. Make note, the buckles stuck because the kids were dropping food and liquids on it. This can be controlled.
45815
Probably because the buckles (and there are way too many of them AND they don't adjust well) could potentially come off is my guess. In any casee, all sorts of bells and whistles to this thing. Waste of money if you ask me. I regret purchase! Just get something simple :)
1197277
The DLX has SLIGHTLY more padding. Don't forget there is a recall on this seat- the buckle is hard to undo if your kid drops/spills something sticky on it. Although I keep forgetting to order one, you can get a new buckle. My kid spilled juice and it sucks to open now but I'd still buy the seat again. It's a great one.
1597491
Amazon directed me to Emsco's warranty department (800) 458-0839. I had to send a picture--that was last week and I have not heard back. The red straps were no longer available, so the replacement one would be black. Hoping to get a full refund instead, but according to Emsco that would have to come from Amazon. Not pleased in all this---it was a Christmas gift for my grandson.
494675
it depends probably on how long it's been in stock. I doubt they returned all car seats for the buckle. but you can read what you need to know here http://m.ibtimes.com/graco-car-seat-recall-march-2014-full-list-new-models-recalled-nhtsa-expansion-1561263 if you get the seat and it doesn't have the new buckle. just fyi, I've had one for almost 2 years now and have never had a problem.
494674
If you have a model with an older style buckle, they will send you a new buckle, no charge. The new buckle is great! Very easy to unclick. One of the perks of registering your product is that they notify you when recalls or part replacements occur.
852948
I was not aware of a recall. My initial tank developed a crack after 4-5 years. I purchased this direct repacement as well as the installation wrench. It was an easy install (30 minutes) and has been working fine.
1823488
No. But I replaced belt and 2 weeks later the clutch froze up. So I've now done both. YouTube it
2092882
No I've never had a problem with the buckle. Had mine for about 3+ years and this year purchased a 2nd one and still no issues. I would contact Diono customer service.
1419236
Yes, the buckle can be removed and replaced, with a typical buckle of your choice.
1042362
It is not permanently attached to the buckle. You can move it from car to car if you want.
248798
No, but they will make it into a cat "safety collar" if you want it to be, by sewing a piece of elastic to the buckle so the collar can slip off if needed. Just send them an email through Amazon that you are requesting that be done when you order it, under "contact the seller". There is no charge to do this.
1522428
Mine has a buckle in it as well. I suppose you could remove existing screws and re-screw but I did not do so because you run the risk of drilling new hole too close to existing hole which would collapse and bore out too large of a hole. I just left a slight buckle in it. In short. I would not try and correct.
327273
No, I have not as yet. My strap is raveling and will soon need replacement. I ordered two Bags,.
494671
I would assume that the new seats have the new buckles, but we are not sure!
441139
for what it's worth, the specifics of the recall for this seat are: "SureRide DLX with model number prefix 371; manufactured June 20, 2012 - Oct. 17, 2013" I got this seat at Babies R Us (same price) and the box has manufacturers' stickers on it that say "NEW BUCKLE".
1873798
Yes I had to replace mine cause the snap latch was broken. Just a couple of minutes and done. Was not as wide as original but atill worked.