Britax Marathon Recalls in Canada
The Britax Marathon has 8 recall campaigns on Transport Canada's federal record (all model years), led by accessories issues with 4 campaigns. Recall repairs are free at any Britax dealer — check your exact VIN below.
Source: Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Updated 2026-06-11
Most-affected systems
Most recent campaigns
2018-12-31Seats And Restraints: Certain child car seats may not comply with the requirements of the Canada Motor Vehicle Restraint Systems and Booster Seats Safety Regulations (RSSR). The instruction manual and t
2018-12-31Seats And Restraints: Certain child car seats may not comply with the requirements of the Canada Motor Vehicle Restraint Systems and Booster Seats Safety Regulations (RSSR). The instruction manual and t
2018-12-31Seats And Restraints: Certain child car seats may not comply with the requirements of the Canada Motor Vehicle Restraint Systems and Booster Seats Safety Regulations (RSSR). The instruction manual and t
Checking a specific Britax Marathon?
Decode the VIN free to confirm the exact year and build. Importing one from the USA? The $9.99 Full VIN Report covers the US federal record — recalls, owner complaints, and service bulletins. Free decode · Full report
FAQ
How many recalls does the Britax Marathon have in Canada?
8 recall campaigns are on Transport Canada's federal Vehicle Recalls Database for the Britax Marathon (all model years since 1975, tires and child seats excluded). The most-affected system is accessories with 4 campaigns.
How do I check if a specific Britax Marathon has an open recall in Canada?
Recall campaigns apply to specific VIN ranges. Decode the VIN free at CarWhere to confirm the exact year and build, then check the VIN in Transport Canada's motor vehicle safety recall tool or with any Britax dealer — recall repairs are free.
Are Canadian and US recalls the same?
Often parallel but not identical — Canadian campaigns are issued through Transport Canada, US campaigns through NHTSA, and timing or scope can differ. For a vehicle imported from the USA, check both records; the CarWhere $9.99 Full VIN Report covers the US federal record (recalls, complaints, service bulletins) for any US-market VIN.