What if my vest was being worn during a crash?

28 Oct What if my vest was being worn during a crash?

Here is the crashed RideSafer Vest protocol:

• If the tether was used with a lap-only seat belt, Vest & Tether must be replaced.
  • If the Energy Absorbent Tether Anchor Loops or Extenders were used also, all pieces must be replaced.
• If the lap-shoulder belt was used vest must be replaced if ANY of the following occurred:
  • There was injury to any of the occupants in the car
  • If any of the airbags deployed
  • If there was damage to the door next to the child
  • If the car is not able to be driven away crash
  • Any visible damage to the vest
• If you were using the RideSafer with a lap-shoulder belt and a tether, the tether was a secondary restraint and may not have been stretched.
  • If there is deformity in the metal on the tether, the tether needs to be replaced.
  • If the metal in the tether is not deformed, the tether should be fine to continue to use.
• If the RideSafer vest was in the vehicle but unoccupied during a crash, it does not have to be replaced.
• If a Delighter booster was in the vehicle but unoccupied during a crash, it does not have to be replaced unless it was crushed by something.

As a certified child passenger restraint, the vest should be included in any insurance claim reimbursement. Contact the manufacturer to determine your next step if you are in a crash while your RideSafer is being used.

To view more about the National Highway Traffic Safety Administrations policies on replacing any child restraint after a crash, click here.