What is 5 point harness car seat?


What is 5 point harness car seat? A five-point harness car seat is one of the most commonly used types of car seat in the U.S. A five-point harness is the webbing portion of the car seat that adjusts over the baby to hold him in the seat. The five points in the name are the spots where the harness webbing attaches to the car seat.


Should my 5 year old be in a car seat or booster?

4 – 7 Years Keep your child in a forward-facing car seat with a harness and tether until he or she reaches the top height or weight limit allowed by your car seat's manufacturer. Once your child outgrows the forward-facing car seat with a harness, it's time to travel in a booster seat, but still in the back seat.