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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Graco Infant SafeSeat

 

Graco Infant SafeSeat

 

Manufacturer  /  Model NameGraco Infant SafeSeat
Model Number  /  Manufacture Date8A06INC  /  Nov 2, 2007
Harness Type5-pt
Weight  /  Height5-30lbs/up to 30"
Evaluation of Labels1 stars
No additional sizing information on labeling.Label does not remind user to tighten the LATCH strap.
Evaluation of Instructions4 stars
Manual in storage is not accessible in this mode. Some additional sizing information is missing. No airbag warning illustration and/or buried in text.
Securing the Child4 stars
Must re-thread harness to adjust.
Installation Features4 stars
Lower attachments require twisting to remove from the vehicle.No indication on carrier regarding where the handle should be placed when installed.
Overall Ease of Use Rating3 stars

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