"Car seat misuse rates are pretty high right now. According to data from the National Digital Car Seat Check Form (NDCF), 74% of the almost 60,000 car seats that child passenger safety technicians (CPSTs) checked in 2025 were not being used as the manufacturer intended. The top culprits? Misused seat belts, harnesses and tethers."
"Traffic accidents remain a leading cause of death among children in the United States, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Research shows that car seats and booster seats can significantly reduce that risk when used correctly."
"Nearly 60% of car seat misuse and the top mistake had to do with the seat belt, according to the NDCF's 2025 data. That often means the car seat base is not secured tightly enough to the car with the seat belt for some reason."
Car seat misuse remains a critical safety issue, with 74% of nearly 60,000 car seats inspected by child passenger safety technicians in 2025 not being used as manufacturers intended. The most common mistakes involve improper seat belt installation, harness adjustment, and tether use. Traffic accidents are a leading cause of child death in the United States, yet properly installed car seats and booster seats significantly reduce injury and fatality risks. Experts emphasize that taking time to correctly install and secure car seats is essential, even when rushing to appointments or activities. Proper seat belt locking and tightening are critical to prevent the car seat from shifting during turns or bumps, ensuring maximum protection for children.
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