“Can I use a hand me down car seat?” If you have all the parts and know the collision history, from a reliable source, and the seat is not yet expired then it is ok to use a hand me down or older seat. Do not buy a seat from an unknown or unreliable source.
“If I have never been in a collision with my child car seat, do I still need to get rid of it after 6 years?” The answer is yes. In fact, you should do an overall evaluation every once in a while, just to make sure there are no obvious cracks or discoloration in the car seat “shell” or frayed straps. Be sure to fill out and send back the registration card that came with your child's car seat or booster seat. This way you will be notified in the event of a recall.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends replacing your child car seat after a Moderate or Severe Crash. Follow this link for manufacturer specific recommendations.
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