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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Maxi-Cosi Priori (FF)

 

Maxi-Cosi Priori (FF)

 

Manufacturer  /  Model NameMaxi-Cosi Priori (FF)
Model Number  /  Manufacture Date22-476-NFR  /  Jul 11, 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. Belt routing path is not labeled on both sides. Labels do not sufficiently explain use of LATCH. Does not remind user to tighten tether strap.
Evaluation of Instructions1 stars
Manual storage is difficult to find and/or use. Additional sizing information is not directly next to complete illustration of child in seat.Indication that the rear seat is the safest place for children is buried within text. One or more labels does not match information in the instruction manual.
Securing the Child2 stars
Harness clip is not labeled to indicate its placement.Harness slots may be small or misaligned; could misroute.Must re-thread harness to adjust. Must read manual to convert to other mode(s).Loose mandatory pieces exist if seat is disassembled for cleaning.
Installation Features4 stars
Must read manual for guidance on use of belt positioning device.Lower attachments do not need to be twisted to remove from vehicle, but may require some other action from the user.
Overall Ease of Use Rating2 stars

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