What years were recaro car seats made?

1. When did Recaro stop making car seats?
2. What cars came with Recaro seats?
3. What happened to Recaro seats?
4. Is Recaro still in business?
5. Does Recaro make infant car seats?
6. Is Recaro car seat safe?
7. Does WRX have Recaro seats?
8. How much does a Recaro seat cost?
9. Are European car seats legal in the US?
10. Is Recaro from Japan?
11. Where is Recaro based?
12. How long are carseats good for?
13. Why does car seats have expiration dates?

When did Recaro stop making car seats?

May 9, 2017: Breaking: Recaro quits US car seat and stroller business!

What cars came with Recaro seats?

Recaro has worked with more than 40 automotive manufacturers over the decades and bolted its seats into dozens of cars as factory equipment. Its seats have graced icons like the BMW 2002Tii, Porsche 911, Mercedes-AMG SLS, Shelby Mustang GT350 and Lancia Delta HF Integrale.

What happened to Recaro seats?

The recall affects ProRide and Performance Ride seats made before June 9, 2015. Recaro says the seat shells can crack or come loose from the main shell during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. The problem was discovered in testing by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Is Recaro still in business?

The Recaro Child Safety GmbH & Co. KG, headquartered in Marktleugast, which merged with the long-established Storchenmühle company in 2004, ended its business operations on 31 July 2018.

Does Recaro make infant car seats?

RECARO combines functionality with ergonomics and aesthetics to create the next generation of ingeniously designed solutions. With child seats and strollers for children. And for parents who want to continue to stay relaxed while on the go. ... Breathable materials ensure a pleasant seat climate.

Is Recaro car seat safe?

"The Recaro Performance RIDE convertible car seat has saved the lives of many children involved in a car crash and has never experienced a field failure after being in the marketplace for over five years. Recaro tests to meet and exceed all National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash test requirements.

Does WRX have Recaro seats?

Subaru WRX S209 US (2019)

A Japanese car developed exclusively for the American market, it reaches 345 HP with its 2.5 liter turbo-boxer engine. It features RECARO performance seats with silver inserts.

How much does a Recaro seat cost?

If you search the web, however, you will see that Recaro car seats are offered for sale in the price range of about $350 to over $1,500.

Are European car seats legal in the US?

Parents should be applauded for bring car seats when traveling. ... A US car seat, certified FMVSS, can not be used legally in Europe. Vice versa, a European car seat, certified ECE R44, can't be used legally in US. Those are the two most common standards.

Is Recaro from Japan?

Business Activities in Japan

In Japan, the brand name of RECARO tends to be associated with automobile seats specially designed for sports cars and motor sports. In reality, however, ordinary car seats and child safety seats are also RECARO Japan's main products.

Where is Recaro based?

As a globally active supplier of premium aircraft seats for leading airlines, RECARO Aircraft Seating employs over 2,600 people, including more than 1,000 at its headquarters in Schwaebisch Hall, Germany.

How long are carseats good for?

Yes, car seats typically expire after six years from the date of manufacture. A sticker that provides the serial number includes manufacture and expiration dates. Of course, the seats don't dissolve on the expiration date at the stroke of midnight.

Why does car seats have expiration dates?

In general, car seats expire between 6 and 10 years from the date of manufacture. They expire for a number of reasons, including wear and tear, changing regulations, recalls, and the limits of manufacturer testing.