Has anyone experienced any safety issues including their child leaning too far back in the seat and consequently falling over backwards?
1793813
No. Neither of my grandkids have done that, I think because all of the interesting stuff is in the front (horn, music, ingnition...)
1793814
Yes after my son did it, he started to be very careful. Now he doesn't do it anymore.
1793815
Yes. My 18 month old has flipped his backwards several times and completely accidentally, he obviously tries to be more careful but if he is backing up and something is in the way it can cause it to flip backwards. Also if they try to lean to much forward, say to pick something up off of the floor, it will flip forward. They are really light weight which is great because its easier for toddlers to maneuver but not so great when it comes to flipping.
1511423
I'm wondering about this as well...seems like it would have this issue. I just got one but am concerned about using it until my 4 month old can roll in all directions and right himself if need be.
1391413
It is not normal but it will not effect anything as far as safety concerns. It does have a 5 point harness system and as long as the child is buckled in properly, then it will be fine. You can contact Britax and have them send you a new one. They will need your car seat info. Such as manufacture date and serial number. They have a great customer service team and they can send you out a new one with no questions asked. They ship very fast also. Hope this helps.
451088
Did not have that problem. My kid weighs 35 lbs and you can't hear her turning over.
1388078
I would not try to use it without the back. The chance of a "slip and fall" incident possibly aggravated by additional injury from the seat back uprights.
264159
If your child is rear-facing, how can her head tilt forward?? I don't see how that is possible if the seat is correctly installed. For the love people, read the instructions or go down the your local fire department to get it installed properly! Your child's life depends on it!
878056
I did not have a problem, however, I am not sure I understand your concern. I am a grandmother of 3 under 5years of age and a mother of 2. I used a playpen (especially this one) with all and I never had anyone hurt themselves. If anything, they learned to hang on so they would not fall backward. A great incentive to move forward around the playpen.
2175425
Honestly, my son hasn't fallen asleep in this chair that I recall. We have had it 2-3 months and our road trips haven't been more than 20 minutes lately. I have seen him close his eyes and rest alongthe side a short bit but never leaned his head forward. I don't think it's an issue. :-)
2042897
All i can say to your comment is ditto. Putting any kind of shoelaces or anything loose for that matter is purely dangerous. If it unravels (whic. Is more than likely going to happen) both parent and child are going down. I left mine off and am depending solely on the Velcro straps to keep my toddler from having anything to do with the rear wheel.
1681106
We purchased it for our two year old granddaughter. I am not sure of the safety requirements that are required for a one year old. I know my one year old granddaughter does not have this type of car seat and she still sits facing the rear.
201514
You're welcome! I understand. You're being cautious of course! Another item I used for all 3 of my babies was a "wedge" that kept the baby on their backs.. Course they can't roll anyway ... BUT it keeps them firmly in place - which is good.. And gives the parents more peace of mind. Good luck!! :)
2200161
We got it when she was 6 months old - it did recline in the rear position - she loved it! It sits very high so she can actually see out . It has a few options when forward facing - no problems. I feel it is extremely safe and while some of he car seats have more recline options - it is definitely worth the peace of mind for the safety aspect.
1642090
I haven't actually tried it- but I don't think it would be a problem. It's a pretty stable thing. My son never really peddles and he leans all different ways and it doesn't really impede my ability to balance and ride.
1667795
When my son was learning to sit in the chair, he crawled in belly first and wriggled his way up (if you can imagine) and it never tipped on him. He's 2 now and likes to throw his head and arch his back and stand on the chairs and jump off. Seems pretty stable to me. The backs are low and plastic is going to be slippery on wood or similar floors. But he's not had any accidents with them that weren't caused by his own rowdiness.
135888
No. My only issue was the seat. It didn't tighten correctly. Seat tended to move more than I liked. Other than that my kids have rode it hard. Now my sisters kids play with it.
1206421
My little one did not have problems going backwards in the Joovy. Going around corners was fine, but when he got stuck between the wall and a door frame it was because he lodged himself between there. The back wheels not swiveling did not affect the movement.
564445
I've never crashed, however I did have an incident where I needed to break hard suddenly. My little boy's head hit the pedestal piece that's mounted. He was wearing a helmet though and ended up being fine. Be very cautious as you ride, and you need to be a good bike rider.