If you’re like most parents, you’re always on the lookout for ways to keep your kids safe while they’re in the car. This is especially important when it comes to car seats, since accidents happen more often than you might think. To make sure your car seat is up to par, you need to check the expiration date. This date will tell you how long the car seat has been certified and tested, so make sure to use it before it expires. If you do have to replace your car seat, be sure to get a new one that’s certified and approved by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). This will ensure that your child is as safe as possible during a crash.
How to Check the Date on a Car Seat
The information below will help you determine the date a car seat should be replaced. However, always refer to the car seat owner’s manual to confirm the expiration date.
To check the date on a car seat:
1) Open up the car seat and inspect the label that is attached to or inside of it. The date should be printed in black letters on a white background.
2) If there is no label, or if the label has faded, contact your car seat manufacturer for more information.
3) If you are unsure about when your car seat should be replaced, consult your local fire department or health department for advice on safety procedures during infantile mortality season (roughly September 1-May 31).
When Should a Car Seat Be Replaced?
When Should a Car Seat Be Replaced?
The expiration date is typically located on the car seat or in the owner’s manual. The safety standards for car seats change over time, so it’s important to replace your car seat every five years even if the label says it’s good for up to 10 years. Check your manufacturer’s website for more information about when to replace your car seat.
What to Do If Your Car Seat Expires
If you have a car seat that is less than five years old, it may no longer be compliant with current safety standards and may not meet the requirements of the car seat installation instructions in your owner’s manual. If this is the case, you should replace your car seat with a newer model that complies with current safety standards and has installation instructions specific to your vehicle.
Conclusion
As parents, we want the best for our children. But sometimes things happen that we can’t control, like when a car seat expires. When this happens, it’s important to know how to tell if the car seat is still safe to use and what you need to do in order to make sure your child is as safe as possible. Check out our guide on how to tell if a car seat is expired and find out what you should do next.