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 (FF)

 

Eddie Bauer Deluxe Convertible (FF)

 

Manufacturer  /  Model NameEddie Bauer Deluxe Convertible (FF)
Model Number  /  Manufacture Date22-741-WNW  /  Jan 29, 2007
Harness Type5-pt
Weight  /  Height22-40lbs/34"-43"
Evaluation of Labels1 stars
Child size range is in text only. 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. 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. Incorrect or no illustration of proper child in restraint and installed in rear vehicle seat. Some additional sizing information is missing. Tether is not labeled. Indication that the rear seat is the safest place for children is buried within text. Instructions for using LATCH and tether are unclear.No/Incorrect CRS name on the manual/seat.
Securing the Child2 stars
Harness clip is not labeled to indicate its placement.Headrest or other object in the way of harness slots. Must re-thread harness to adjust. Loose parts are generated during the adjustment process.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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