What is ECE R44 04 compliant?
What is ECE R44 04 compliant?
ECE R44/04 labels Take a look under or on the side of the car seat to find the printed orange label. An orange ECE R44/04 approval label guarantees that the car seat complies with the basic safety requirements as set out in the European safety standard ECE R44.
What is ECE R44?
ECE R44 04 is a European approval standard. Child car seats are tested in frontal collisions at 50 km/h and rear collisions at 30 km/h using crash test dummies and measuring instruments designed to see how well the seats protect the test dummies.
Do carseats expire?
Yes, car seats typically expire after six years from the date of manufacture. A sticker that provides the serial number includes manufacture and expiration dates. Crash test data, advances in materials, manufacturing, and design all allow for cars seats with improved functionality and safety.
What is R44 safety?
R44 car seat groups 0+ (birth to 13 kg), 1 (9 to 18 kg), or 2/3 (15 to 36 kg) are based on your child’s weight, not height and are suitable for children from birth up to 12 years old. Car seats meeting the R44 standard are tested for rear and frontal impact but side-impact crashes are not tested.
What does ECE compliant mean?
ECE – Created by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe. ECE versions feature front position functions. ECE-compliant guarantees your lights are compliant in the European Union and in non-European countries that have adopted ECE Regulations for visibility, durability, and reliability.
Does ECE R44 04 meet Australian standards?
The number AS/NZS 1754 is the global standards number for the combined Australian / New Zealand standard for Car Restraints. It is illegal in Australia, for restraints manufactured to other international car restraint standards to be used, e.g. ECE R44/04, CMVSS etc.
What age is a 15 36kg car seat for?
R44 (weight based) seats
| Group | Child’s weight | Age of child |
|---|---|---|
| 1 & 2 | 9-25kg / 20-55lb | 9 months to 6 years |
| 2 | 15-25kg / 33-55lb | 4 to 6 years |
| 1, 2 & 3 | 9-36kg / 20-79lb | 9 months to 6 years |
| 2 & 3 | 15-36kg / 33-79lb | 4 to 12 years |
Can I reuse car seat for second baby?
So, as long as you’re aware of, and address, safety issues and the seat is within the expiration range, you can feel comfortable using it for your new baby.
What is submarining in car seats?
Submarining occurs when the rider is propelled underneath the lap seat belt during a collision. Sometimes the rider is propelled out of the vehicle. Submarining can result in severe injuries like internal bleeding, spinal injuries, injuries to the lower limbs, and death, even in low-speed collisions.
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