Maxi-Cosi recalls FamilyFix Slide Pro car seat base over injury risk
Maxi-Cosi is recalling all of its FamilyFix Slide Pro car seat bases after a safety indicator malfunction was identified. The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) posted a recall alert stating that the indicator may display green even when the seat is not fully attached to the base. This could lead users to believe the seat is properly connected, potentially causing the seat to move or detach during use and injuring the occupant. The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005, according to the OPSS. The recall covers units manufactured in China between 6 September 2025 and 24 March 2026. Maxi-Cosi stated the recall is voluntary and was initiated after a user test identified a potential misuse scenario. Sue Davies, head of consumer protection policy at Which?, called the situation “incredibly concerning” and urged affected users to check their products and stop using them immediately.
What’s reported
Maxi-Cosi is recalling all FamilyFix Slide Pro bases due to a malfunctioning safety indicator.
The indicator may show green even when the car seat is not fully attached to the base.
The seat could move or detach, posing a risk of injury to the occupant.
The product violates the General Product Safety Regulations 2005, per the OPSS.
Recalled units were manufactured in China between 6 September 2025 and 24 March 2026.
Maxi-Cosi said the recall was voluntary and followed a user test.
Sue Davies of Which? described the risk as “incredibly concerning” and urged consumers to stop using affected products.
Open questions
The total number of units affected by the recall is not specified.
The specific remedy for consumers (e.g., refund, replacement, or repair) is not detailed in the article.
Key figures
Maxi-Cosi (manufacturer)
Sue Davies, head of consumer protection policy at Which?
Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) (referenced as organization, not individual)
Sources: The Guardian
