Carry Handle Separation

An NHTSA Preliminary Evaluation into Doona vehicles. Open since 6 July 2026.

Investigation
PE26005
Type
Preliminary Evaluation
Opened
6 July 2026

This is an investigation, not a recall. NHTSA is looking into a possible defect; nothing has been found and there is no repair to book yet. NHTSA aims to complete a Preliminary Evaluation within 8 months. If a recall follows, it will appear on this site.

What NHTSA is investigating

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is aware of reports alleging unexpected handle detachment on 2020-2024 Doona + Car Seat & Stroller (Doona Car Seat) model car seats. If the handle unexpectedly detaches from the car seat, the car seat could be dropped when placing it in or out of the vehicle, potentially injuring the child. ODI will inform the Consumer Product Safety Commission of this investigation at the time of opening as this product is of shared interest. ODI is opening this Preliminary Evaluation to assess the scope, root cause, and risk associated with handle detachments in 2020-2024 Doona Car Seats.

Vehicles covered

MakeModelModel years
DoonaCAR SEAT/ STROLLERModel year not recorded

Source

From NHTSA’s investigation file, rebuilt daily. To report a problem with your own vehicle, go to nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem. All open investigations.