Check Your Child's Car Seat for an Expiration Date

Child safety seats are important, but you may not realize that they have expiration dates—so check yours now.

No, the seats don't turn into pumpkins after the expiration. After the "Do Not Use" date, though, they manufacturer estimates that the plastic might break down or the seat longer meets federal safety standards.

The average "best by" date on these child safety seats is six years. That's fine if you only have one child, but if you reuse it for a second child or have a second-hand seat, check for the date. If you can't find the date on the seat, contact the manufacturer. They'll know where to look.

How to Find Out When Your Car Seat Will Expire | The Stir

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