Argos recall Mamas &Papas baby car seats

Argos has recalled a number of different models of Mamas & Papas car seats.

According to The Guardian, the company issued the recall amid fears that the car seats specified may not properly protect children in the event of a crash. A statement from the retailer said that the seats have been recalled because "in the event of an accident the car seat shell may crack". The models affected are:

• Mamas & Papas Mercury Group 1 Black (Argos catalogue number 297/7526)
• Mamas & Papas Mercury Group 1 Grey (Argos catalogue number 411/9100)
• Mamas & Papas Mercury Group 1-2-3 Black (Argos catalogue number 305/6037)
• Mamas & Papas Mercury Group 1, 2, 3 Grey (Argos catalogue number 397/9530)
• Mamas & Papas Mercury Group 2-3 Black and Grey (Argos catalogue number 245/4829).

Argos' statement reads:

"We have identified a potential safety concern. In the event of an accident the car seat shell may crack and therefore not provide the intended level of protection to the user. If you have purchased any of the above seats, you should immediately stop using the product and return the car seat to your local Argos store for a full refund. We wish to thank you for your co-operation and apologise for any inconvenience caused by this recall".