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Recaro Monza Nova 2 Reha

A booster seat with a positional harness and multiple accessory options by Thomashilfen, based in U.S. in Seattle, WA.

Description

A relatively lightweight booster with a five-point harness, head/torso support features, an inflatable neck support cushion, and integrated speakers.  The occupant MUST wear a lap-shoulder belt; this product’s harness system is for positioning the occupant.  In addition to many add-on accessory options to customize fit for the occupant, this model can be used with Thomashilfen’s  swivel-base option (sold separately) for ease of transfer in and out of the vehicle.

Thomashilfen Recaro Monza Nova
Thomashilfen Recaro Monza Nova 2

Last updated on March 31, 2025.

Child Requirements

  Pounds Kilograms Inches Centimeters Age (years)
Minimum 40 (33 in the U.S. if made prior to 2025) 18.1 (15 in the U.S. if made prior to 2025) 37 94 n/a
Maximum 110 50 59 150 n/a

Measurements and Characteristics

Car Seat Mass (Weight)

13.2 lbs./6 kg

Vehicle Fit Characteristics

Outside height—minimum:
Outside height—maximum:		 26 in./66 cm
33.2 in./84.3 cm
  Widest outside width: 21.3 in./54 cm
  Vehicle requirements:
  • Lap-shoulder belt
  • If swivel base is used (see Accessories/Add-ons), lower anchors are needed OR the ability to insert the stabilizing bow into seat bight.

Child Fit Characteristics

  Narrowest torso area: 6 in./15 cm
  Narrowest seat cushion width: 9.4 in./24 cm without seat wedge, inside
7.9 in./20 cm with seat wedge, inside
  Seat cushion depth: 11.8 in./30 cm
  Seat cushion depth extender options: + 5.1 in./13 cm

Harness Fit Characteristics

  Harness Type: Five-point (for positioning only)
  Number of harness height positions: 11
  CR bight to lowest shoulder height position: 13 in./33 cm
  CR bight to highest shoulder height position: 18.9 in./48 cm
  Crotch strap present: Yes
  Crotch strap adjustability: Yes, can be made longer/shorter
  CR bight to nearest crotch strap position: 5.5 in./14 cm with seat wedge, inside
  CR bight to farthest crotch strap position: 9 in./22.9 cm

Angle

  Semi-recline allowed in forward-facing position: Yes; 10° recline when installed with seat wedge add-on accessory below the seat.
  Other: n/a

Tether

  Tether present: No; lower anchor attachment only
  Special tethering: n/a

Accessories / Add-ons

Standard accessories:

  • Lateral seat support (removable)
  • Lateral trunk support (removable)
  • Head support 
  • Integrated speakers
  • Inflatable neck support cushion
  • Large soft crotch pad
  • Adapter plate for using add-ons (seat depth extender and rigid abduction block, see below)

Add-on accessories:

  • Swivel base with footrest adaptor
  • Seatfix connection (to attach swivel base to lower anchors)
  • Stabilising bow, rear (to stabilize swivel base when Seatfix connection is not used)
  • Stand, front (to attach foot rest)
  • Footrest (short is 4.7 in./12 cm and long is 7.1 in./18 cm )
  • Seat wedge for inside seating area
  • Table (a crash-tested, soft play tray that provides body support and limits access to the buckle)
  • Abduction block (rigid crotch pommel for extra medial thigh support)
  • Seat depth extension (provides and assitional 5 in./13cm of seat cushion depth)
  • Seat wedge for underneath booster (provides 10° angle of recline)
  • Soft harness covers
  • Chest clip

Miscellaneous Information

  • MSRP (U.S. dollars): Starts at $1,699.00 
  • Company certifies to meet standard:
    • FMVSS213 (U.S.): Yes
    • CMVSS 213 (Canadian): No
  • Will ship to Canada? No
  • Owner’s manual languages available: English

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