Chicco Car Seat Expiration
Chicco publishes a designed lifespan for each type of seat, counted from the date of manufacture (DOM). Chicco tells parents to check the DOM label or user manual for the exact expiration of their particular seat.
| Chicco seat type | Designed lifespan (from DOM) |
|---|---|
| Infant car seats | 6 years |
| Rotating convertible car seats | 8 years |
| All-in-one car seats | 8 or 10 years |
| Harness booster seats | 8 years |
| Booster car seats | 8 years |
Source: Chicco: Common car seat questions answered (read Oct 31, 2026). Chicco's table groups seats by type, not model name, so confirm with the label on your seat.
Where to find the date
Look for the date of manufacture label on the seat, usually near the model number. The manual states the lifespan. Add the years to the DOM, or use the car seat expiration date checker.
All-in-one seats: 8 or 10 years?
Chicco lists two possible lifespans for all-in-one seats. Don't guess which one applies. Use the number printed in your seat's manual or on its label.
Reusing a Chicco seat
Chicco says a seat can be used for another baby if it hasn't expired, been in a crash, or been damaged so that parts are missing or compromised. Otherwise, cut the straps and dispose of it so it can't be reused. See also the after-accident checklist.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is a Chicco KeyFit good for?
The KeyFit is an infant seat, and Chicco lists 6 years from the date of manufacture for infant seats. Confirm with the label and manual on your own seat.