08/18/2026
How to Find Your Car Seat’s Expiration Date: Step-by-Step Checklist
✅ Step 1: Check the car seat label
Look for a sticker on the back, bottom, or side of the seat. This often includes the manufacture date and sometimes the expiration date.
✅ Step 2: Look for key wording on the label
Search for terms like “Do Not Use After,” “Expires On,” or a specific number of years (e.g., “6 years from manufacture date”).
✅ Step 3: Check the instruction manual
If the label doesn’t clearly show an expiration date, the manual will usually explain the seat’s lifespan and expiration rules.
✅ Step 4: Find the manufacture date
If there’s no expiration date listed, use the manufacture date plus the recommended lifespan to calculate when it expires.
✅ Step 5: Contact the manufacturer if needed. If you still can’t find the information, contact the manufacturer using the model number for confirmation.
✅ Step 6: Replace if expired or damaged
Never use a car seat that is expired, has been in a serious crash, or shows visible damage.
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