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Car Seat Information and Inspections | National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

1200 New Jersey Ave SE, 20590

Eligibility

Open to the public

Required documents

Child's car seat and vehicle owner's manual, child's current weight and height

Hours

Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Interpretation services

English, and Spanish

Application process

Visit the website Find the Right Car Seat to access information.

Service area

United States

Description

Offers detailed advice for parents on selecting and installing the appropriate car seats for their children. Parents can also search for a free local car seat inspection station in their area, and register their car seats to be notified of any recalls.

Providing organization

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Helps prevent injuries, save lives, and reduce economic costs due to road traffic crashes through education, research, safety standards, and enforcement activity.