Question Why do manufacturers have to cut corners on seats

mlohry

mlohry

New member
So I bought a cheap Prosport on NBD a couple months ago for DD and it was dated 2/12. Installed like a dream in our van, DD rode in it for 1 long trip and I was very happy with it, however I wanted a different color so sold that seat to a fellow member on here and ordered one from Amazon. That new seat came this week with a 1/13 manufacture date. I paid the premium price for the new seat. They have removed the recline boot and after installing it and struggling like crazy finally figured out it's because they got rid of the independent LATCH adjusters. Now it's just the one side that you tighten, which for some reason is a lot harder in our van. Our MA70 installs in 1 minute with the independent LATCH connectors.

I know Recaro isn't the only company to go the cheaper route on seats, but why do they do this?! So annoying!

We are returning the new PS and going back to the MA70.
 
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Carrie_R

Carrie_R

Ambassador - CPS Technician
Make sure you write Recaro and let them know exactly why you are not happy with their seat, and that it is causing you to return it and go with a different option!
 
jess71903

jess71903

Ambassador
The old ones don't have truly independent LATCH connectors. They just have an adjuster on either side of 1 strap. If I were you, I'd call or email and see if you can buy a recline foot and old-style LATCH strap. I've been pleased with their CS.
 
mlohry

mlohry

New member
Oh I know they will, I just am questioning why this seems to happen with all things, not just car seats. My mom and I had this discussion tonight, even her favorite brand of make up is constantly being changed, not the name of items, but the product itself. I am sure it's to cut costs, but just annoying as the consumer.
 
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Jessica61624

New member
Its the consumers who drive prices down. Everyone wants more for less. Companies cut costs to meet those low prices the consumer demands.
 
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