Guide

Possible vehicle, tire or car-seat defect: report it

Remove the product from danger, check recalls and report a reproducible safety problem to Transport Canada.

Unsafe to use

Stop using the vehicle, tire or seat if a failure could cause a crash or compromise restraint. Arrange towing when needed.

Describe the failure

Record symptoms, speed, weather, mileage, warning lights, injury or near miss. Do not clear codes or discard a part before preserving useful information.

Identify the product

Record VIN, make, model, year, manufacture date, part or seat number and retailer. Keep invoices, diagnosis and photos.

Check recalls

Search the recall database and contact the manufacturer or dealer. The absence of a known recall does not prevent a potential-defect report.

Report to Transport Canada

Use the form for vehicles, tires and child car seats. Describe a safety issue, not only a service dispute, and keep the assigned number.

Report a potential safety defect — Transport Canada

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Official sources are linked in the guide. Checked August 29, 2026; confirm current rules, forms and deadlines with the responsible authority.
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