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Have you ever wondered why a child’s car seat has to be replaced after a car wreck? Even if the child is not in the car seat during the collision, the car seat is considered unsafe after the wreck. This is why parents are warned not to purchased used child safety seats either online or at yard sales.
NHTSA Car Seat Recommendation
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Recommendation is to “never use a car seat that has been involved in a moderate to severe crash”. This is because, in the event of a crash, extreme force to the car can cause damage to the frame or the straps in the car seat. Even if you do not notice any visible damage to the car seat, it is possible that the stress put on the straps and other components could reduce the effectiveness of the child’s safety seat in the future.Vehicle Seat Belts after a Crash
If even a moderate crash can cause damage to the straps in a car seat, have you ever thought about what effect a crash has on your vehicles seat belts? Every car accident is different, depending on the amount of force or the direction of the impact, your seat belts may need to be repaired after the crash. Even a minor crash could set off a chain of events that reduce the effectiveness of your cars’ seat belts.Signs Your Seat Belts Need Repair
After a car wreck, most people get out of their car and walk around to take stock of the damage and what may need to be repaired. The same needs to be done for the safety systems in your vehicle. Safety Systems such as airbags and seat belts are meant to keep you safe in an accident, but the stress of an accident could cause them to be less effective in the future. This is why checking your safety features after a collision could be more important than checking any cosmetic damage.- Make Sure All Seat Belts Retract and Release
- Make Sure All Seat Belts Lock & Unlock with the Brakes
- Make sure Your Seat Belt or Check Engine Lights Haven’t Activated
- Check All Seat Belts for Visible Signs of Damage (Fraying or Ripping)
- Make Sure all Buckles Click Securely
