2008 Child Safety Seat Ease of Use Ratings

 

Are All Seats Safe?
All car seats rated by NHTSA meet Federal Safety Standards & strict crash performance standards. While all rated seats are safe, they do differ in their ease of use in four basic catagories:

 

Evaluation of Instructions

Vehicle Installation Features

Evaluation of Labels

Securing the Child

 

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Eddie Bauer Deluxe Convertible (B)

 

Eddie Bauer Deluxe Convertible (B)

 

Manufacturer  /  Model NameEddie Bauer Deluxe Convertible (B)
Model Number  /  Manufacture Date22-741-WNW  /  Jan 29, 2007
Harness TypeHigh Back
Weight  /  Height40-80lbs/43"-52"
Evaluation of Labels3 stars
Additional sizing information is in text form on label. Belt routing path is not labeled.
Evaluation of Instructions2 stars
Manual storage is difficult to find and/or use. Some additional sizing information is missing. Indication that the rear seat is the safest place for children is buried within text. No/Incorrect CRS name on the manual/seat.
Securing the Child2 stars
Must remove or replace harness to convert to this mode.
Installation Features4 stars
The shoulder belt may slip out of the belt positoning device accidentally.
Overall Ease of Use Rating3 stars

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