We recommend that a child car seat should not be used if it is more than 10 years old, or if the seat has cracks, other damage or frayed straps. Never use a child car seat that you know has been in a crash, or if you can see signs of wear or damage on any part of the seat.
Why do baby car seats have expiration dates?
In general, car seats expire between 6 and 10 years from the date of manufacture. They expire for a number of reasons, including wear and tear, changing regulations, recalls, and the limits of manufacturer testing.
Can my 8 year old sit in the front seat NSW?
Children in the front seat Children aged between 4 and 7 years must not sit in the front seat of a vehicle that has two or more rows of seats, unless the available seats in the back row are occupied by other children aged under 7 years. They must use an approved child car seat suitable for their age and size.
What are the safest infant car seats?
The rear facing car seat should be in a semi-reclining position at a 45 degree angle. Never place an infant in the front seat with a passenger side airbag. The back seat is always the safest place for your infant or child. In fact, children 12 years old and younger are safest in the backseat.
What kind of carseat should my child be in?
Currently, the recommendation is that your child should be in a car seat until he or she is 4 feet 9 inches, which is between 8-12 years old. Your child should also only ride in the back seat until he or she is 13 years old.
Is my child too tall for his carseat?
You know your child is getting too tall for his forward-facing car seat when the top of his ears reach the top of the seat. Switch to a booster seat when your child reaches the weight or height limit of the forward-facing child safety seat, as he is still too small to fit properly in a vehicle safety belt.
When should my child face forward in the car seat?
Babies can ride in a car seat facing forward when they are 2 years of age, as long as they weigh at least 22 pounds. A child less than 2 years old should always be placed in a rear facing car seat, no matter their weight.
