mommyto3littleones
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My mom had two carseats sitting outside and they got soaked from a rain storm I am assuming they are still good to use.
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question about carseats and rain
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Sceason1972
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I would give them a thorough cleaning - wash the covers and make sure everything is dried. The harness may need replacing as it's not supposed to be soaked. I would also make sure not metal parts are starting to rust as a result of the soaking.
Yep. You probably need to replace the harness and other straps. If the LATCH straps got soaked I would not use them to install at this point, and if they're used forward-facing and the top tether strap is not replaceable (some are some are not) I would replace the whole seat, because the tether strap might be damaged.
You should also, as well as rust, check for mold and mildew.
In the future, be aware that car seats should be stored indoors, in a place free of extreme heat and cold if possible, and away from rodents and insects.
You should also, as well as rust, check for mold and mildew.
In the future, be aware that car seats should be stored indoors, in a place free of extreme heat and cold if possible, and away from rodents and insects.
mommyto3littleones
New member
Thanks, I know that you are not suppose to store carseats in extreme heat and cold and not outside but my mom isn't big into carseats and I was trying to tell her that she should replace the straps.
Dillipop
Well-known member
I'd call the manufacturer(s) of the seats and see if they recommend replacing the straps because of rain. Getting soaked with water versus soaking in cleansers/agitation in the washer, etc is a bit different. Water itself should not ruin the straps. However, I would call the manufacturer and do what they tell you to do. If they say replace, then I'd replace.
I have to disagree. Getting pounded by rain is something that weakens the straps on the wagon, etc. that I store outside, even after one big storm. Add in the possibility of mold etc. eating away at the straps... I'd not want to take that risk. :twocents:
christineka
New member
I called britax about a rain soaked harness and was told it needed to be replaced.
mommyto3littleones
New member
Thanks I will let my mom know.
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