06/02/2025
🚗 Big News for Parents & Caregivers: New Car Seat Safety Standards Are Here! 👶
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has introduced FMVSS 213a, a new federal safety standard aimed at enhancing child protection during side-impact crashes. This standard mandates that car seats designed for children weighing 40 pounds or less must pass a simulated 30-mph side crash test, supplementing existing frontal crash standards. 
Manufacturers have until December 5, 2026, to comply with these new requirements. Many major companies have already adapted their products to meet the new criteria. 
What does this mean for you?
• ✅ If your current car seat is not expired, recalled, or improperly installed, you are not required to replace it.
• 🔍 To verify if your car seat complies with FMVSS 213a, check for labeling indicating adherence or contact the manufacturer directly. 
For more details on the new regulations, you can refer to the official NHTSA document here: