CRASH SEAT CHECK — ALL FIVE NHTSA CRITERIA
Is Your Car Seat Still Safe After a Crash? Check the 5 Criteria
Even a low-speed crash can damage a car seat’s internal structure invisibly. NHTSA has 5 criteria — check all of them before you decide.
Answer questions about crash speed, airbag deployment, damage, and injuries. The checker applies NHTSA’s 5-criteria test and tells you: keep or replace.
A compromised car seat can fail silently in the next crash. NHTSA mandates replacement after any crash where one or more criteria are triggered.
Any parent or driver whose vehicle was in a collision with a child seat installed.
- NHTSA 5-criteria post-crash guidance
- FMVSS 213
- All 50 US states
- AAP recommendations
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Disclaimer: This tool is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, safety, or professional advice. Sunferno Automotive Accessories cannot verify how products are installed, used, or attached in your specific vehicle or situation — proper installation, use, and securement are solely the responsibility of the user. Laws and regulations vary by jurisdiction and change over time; always confirm current requirements with your local authorities or a qualified professional. Sunferno products must be used strictly in accordance with manufacturer instructions and applicable regulations.
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