Get resources on how to find and install the right car seat for your child such as forward-facing and rear-facing car seats, along with booster seats. Car Seat Recommendations for Children There are many car seat choices on the market. Use the information below to help you choose the type of car seat that best meets your child’s needs.

Understanding the Context

The Car Seat Finder is an easy-to-use tool that helps you find the right car seat for your child. Just fill out your child’s age, height and weight, and you’ll be provided car seat types that fit your child. Car Seats and Booster Seats Car seats and booster seats provide protection for infants and children in a crash. Learn how to choose the right seat and use it correctly every time your child is in the car.

Key Insights

SaferCar.gov is now NHTSA.gov. You can search for vehicle ratings and do recall checks on vehicles, tires, car seats, and more. Recommendations and Best Practices While Child Passenger Safety (CPS) typically refers to the safety of children in car seats and booster seats, it also encompasses children who have outgrown car seats and booster seats and therefor e need to be properly restrained by a seat belt. Hospitals and other health care provider s have an interest in occupant protection no matter the age of the ... Car Seats and Booster Seats Infant, convertible, or booster seat?

Final Thoughts

Follow these steps to find the right car seat, install it correctly and keep your child safe. Seat Belts Seat belts save thousands of lives each year, but people still risk driving without buckling up. Learn why seat belts are vital, and help us reduce preventable deaths. Tires Be TireWise, because the only thing between you and ... Laws and Regulations As a Federal agency, NHTSA regulates the safety of motor vehicles and related equipment. Statutes NHTSA administers statutory authority under title 49 of the United States Code, Chapters 301, 303, 321, 323, 325, 327, 329 and 331.