Car Seat Inspections
Is your child's car seat crash ready?
Upcoming Car Seat Check Up Events - Free to the Public
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
9:30 - 11:30 am
AAA Antioch
1700 Auto Center Dr.
Antioch, CA 94509
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
9:30 - 11:30 am
AAA San Jose
5340 Thornwood Dr.
San Jose, CA 95123
Wednesday, July 10, 2013
3:00 - 5:00 pm
AAA Napa
800 Trancas St., Ste. C
Napa, CA 94558
AAA Car Seat Inspection Locations
Seat belts and child safety seats are the most effective way to protect children against serious injuries and deaths in motor vehicle crashes. Child safety seats reduce the risk of fatal injury by 71% for infants and by 54% for toddlers. Yet, 3 out of 4 child car seats are installed incorrectly. AAA offers FREE car seat inspections and education. Find a location near you.
How to prepare for your appointment
| • | Please allow up to 6-8 weeks for a time slot |
| • | Read the car seat manual and attempt to install the car seat before arriving |
| • | Bring the car seat instruction manual and your automobile owner’s manual |
What to expect during your appointment
| • | Instruction and demonstration on how to correctly install your car seat |
| • | Ensure you are using the correct seat based on age, weight and height of your child |
| • | Check to see if the car seat has been recalled |
| • | In and around car safety to protect your child |
To find additional inspection sites, go to www.nhtsa.dot.gov
