But, how can you tell that seat is expired???

joolsplus3

Admin - CPS Technician
I helped a mom choose a Nautilus today for her slim 30 something pound 4 year old, because she just felt like a booster (backless was all she'd seen) didn't look safe enough :thumbsup: I took it out to her car and look at the back of the seats, the 2 year old was in an AOE with a top tether, but the 4 yo's seat (she was not there) looked like an overhead model. So when I peeked a little closer, it's some ancient Century or Evenflo shield seat, with a green patterned veloury cover, like many of my ds' little friends used to have. In 1997. I said, um, I'm not sure if you know this, but that seat is expired. "Really? How can you tell???" "Well, it doesn't have a top tether, which have been required since 1999...and I recognize the cover, I have a 12 year old" "Ah, well, that's the seat I'm replacing, I got it from my mother..." "Good choice! That'll make a fun one for the playroom or something :thumbsup:"
:eek:
I'm SO relieved for that kid being in a new seat :)
 
Last edited:
ADS

Car-Seat.Org Facebook Group

Forum statistics

Threads
219,657
Messages
2,196,902
Members
13,531
Latest member
jillianrose109

You must read your carseat and vehicle owner’s manual and understand any relevant state laws. These are the rules you must follow to restrain your children safely. All opinions at Car-Seat.Org are those of the individual author for informational purposes only, and do not necessarily reflect any policy or position of Carseat Media LLC. Car-Seat.Org makes no representations as to accuracy, completeness, currentness, suitability, or validity of any information on this site and will not be liable for any errors, omissions, or delays in this information or any losses, injuries, or damages arising from its display or use. All information is provided on an as-is basis. If you are unsure about information provided to you, please visit a local certified technician. Before posting or using our website you must read and agree to our TERMS.

Graco is a Proud Sponsor of Car-Seat.Org! Britax is a Proud Sponsor of Car-Seat.Org! Nuna Baby is a Proud Sponsor of Car-Seat.Org!

Please  Support Car-Seat.Org  with your purchases of infant, convertible, combination and boosters seats from our premier sponsors above.
Shop travel systems, strollers and baby gear from Britax, Chicco, Clek, Combi, Evenflo, First Years, Graco, Maxi-Cosi, Nuna, Safety 1st, Diono & more! ©2001-2022 Carseat Media LLC

Top