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 3-in-1 (FF)

 

Eddie Bauer Deluxe Convertible 3-in-1 (FF)

 

Manufacturer  /  Model NameEddie Bauer Deluxe Convertible 3-in-1 (FF)
Model Number  /  Manufacture Date22-758-BYT  /  Jan 26, 2007
Harness Type5 pt
Weight  /  Height22-40lbs/34"-43"
Evaluation of Labels1 stars
No illustration of a child in the restraint to visually indicate proper size range of child for use. Label does not specifically state with tether for the modes in which it can be used.Label is unclear as to which harness slots are appropriate for this mode. Label does not remind user to tighten the LATCH strap. Must read text to prepare and use tether. Does not remind user to tighten tether strap.
Evaluation of Instructions1 stars
Manual storage is difficult to find and/or use. Tether is not labeled. 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 Child3 stars
Harness clip is not labeled to indicate its placement.Must read manual to convert to other mode(s).Loose mandatory pieces exist if seat is disassembled for cleaning.
Installation Features4 stars
Lower attachments require twisting to remove from the vehicle.No dedicated storage for LATCH and/or tether.
Overall Ease of Use Rating2 stars

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