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 Ultra Cargo (B)

 

Graco Ultra Cargo (B)

 

Manufacturer  /  Model NameGraco Ultra Cargo (B)
Model Number  /  Manufacture Date8487WBR  /  Sep 18, 2007
Harness TypeHigh Back
Weight  /  Height30-100lbs/35"-54"
Evaluation of Labels3 stars
No additional sizing information on labeling.Text (no illustration) warning user not to use lap belt only.
Evaluation of Instructions3 stars
Manual in storage is not accessible in this mode. 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 Child1 stars
Loose mandatory pieces exist if seat is disassembled for cleaning.
Installation Features1 stars
Multiple steps required to position shoulder belt in belt positioning device - need to read manual for direction.Slack is possible with this belt-positioning device.
Overall Ease of Use Rating2 stars

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