It’s no secret that parents are always on the lookout for the best car seats for their babies. And with so many different models to choose from, it can be hard to know which one is right for your family. In this blog post, we will help you understand the expiration date on your Graco car seat and how to extend its life. From safety features to materials used, we will cover everything you need to know in order to keep your car seat safe and in good working order.
What is the Expiration Date?
The expiration date on a Graco car seat is typically either 12 or 18 months from the date of manufacture. After this date, the car seat may no longer be safe to use and should be replaced.
How to Check If Your Car Seat is Expired
If your car seat is less than five years old, it may not meet current safety standards and could be illegal to use in a car. Check the manufacture date stamped on the side of the seat. If it’s within the last five years, your car seat is likely safe to use. If it’s older, there’s a greater risk that it may not meet current safety standards and could be illegal to use in a car. In this case, you’ll need to contact the manufacturer or retailer for more information about whether or not your car seat is still legal to use.
What To Do If Your Car Seat Is Expired
If your car seat is more than 6 months old, it is time to replace it. Graco recommends replacing a car seat every 6 months regardless of its expiration date. If you have an older car seat that was purchased before October 1, 2002, it may be eligible for a safety recall and should be replaced immediately. Graco makes several models of car seats that are affected by the recall and they can be found here: https://www.graco.com/en-us/car-seats/recalls/about-a-recall/. If your car seat was made after October 1, 2002 and you do not believe it is affected by the recall, there is no need to replace it right away. However, if you baby is ever in a crash and the car seat saved his or her life, you will want to consider replacing it as soon as possible.
Conclusion
Hopefully, this article has helped you understand the basics of how car seats work and where the expiration date is located. If you have any questions or concerns about your car seat, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us for assistance. In the meantime, make sure to store your car seat in a cool, dry place and use it as soon as possible after purchase.