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Chicco KeyFit 30: expiration, limits, FAA and recalls
Useful life6 yearsmanual p.8
Rear-facing4-30 lbup to 30 inmanual p.4
On airplanesFAA approvedmanual p.42
From the Chicco KeyFit 30 manual IS0150E_02, revision 03/20. Always check the label on your seat; it overrides this page.
Recall check
Enter the model number and manufacture date of your seat. Where the manufacture date is printed
Where the manufacture date is printed
Not stated in the manual.
Limits by mode
| Mode | Weight | Height | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rear-facing | 4-30 lb | up to 30 in | p.4 |
What the manual says
Useful life: 6 years
"DO NOT use this Child Restraint if it is more than 6 years old." manual p.8
Rear-facing weight: 4-30 lb
"Weight is between 4 and 30 pounds (1.8 and 13.6 kg)." manual p.4
Rear-facing maximum height: 30 in
"Height is 30 inches (76 cm) or less and child's head is no less than 1" (25 mm) below the top of the head rest." manual p.4
Use on aircraft: FAA approved
"This Child Restraint is certified for use on aircraft." manual p.42
Installation by mode
Rear-facing
Belt path: Belt path on the side of the base
"Thread vehicle seat belt up through the belt path on the side of the Base." manual p.20
Bases and strollers
Compatible bases: KeyFit and KeyFit 30 bases
"ONLY use Chicco KeyFit/KeyFit 30 infant carriers with KeyFit/KeyFit 30 bases." manual p.7
Installing on an aircraft
Same as the vehicle installation without the base, using a lap belt
"Install Carrier on an aircraft the same way it is installed in a vehicle when using a vehicle lap belt." manual p.42
Sources
- Chicco KeyFit 30 instruction manual IS0150E_02 (03/20), manufacturer PDF, www.chiccousa.com. Fetched 2026-10-20.
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