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A seat thats too small wont adequately protect her in the event of a crash.
Or, perhaps you simply don’t like your current car seat!
What should you do with an old or expired car seat?
Finding a new home for items like baby clothes and toys is pretty easy.
(The real problem is carving out the time to round everything up!)
Here’s a look at your options.
Car seats not recyclable in your area?
Mail-in programs are another option.
(It could be a fun stress reliever!)
What should you do with a car seat that’s been in an accident?
If your car seat has been in a crash, you should get rid of it.
Can you get insurance to replace a car seat after an accident?
What’s covered may depend on where you live.
Does a car seat need to be replaced after an accident if it was empty?
Yes, because there could still be damage to the car seat.
Can someone inspect your car seat after a crash to ensure it’s still safe?
What should you do with a recalled car seat?
Find the latest recalls atNHTSA.gov/recalls, or sign up for recall alerts on your phone.
Can you return a recalled car seat to the manufacturer or store?
It depends on the manufacturer.
Some offer a full refund, while others provide a replacement or both.
Major retailers will also often help with car seat recalls.
Target, for example, has apage dedicated to sharing recallsand instructions on next steps.
Can you make a recalled car seat safe by fixing the part in question?
However, in some cases, you’ll need to replace the car seat entirely.
Always follow the manufacturers instructions after a car seat recall.
What car seat recalls should parents know about?
There was also a Safety 1st car seat recall on the onBoard 35 Secure Tech.
When can you reuse a car seat?
But if the extra effort keeps other pint-sized passengers protected, it’s well worth it.
