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Evenflo EveryStage DLX expiration

The Evenflo EveryStage DLX expires 10 years after its date of manufacture.

Useful life
10 years
Type
All-in-one
Brand policy
6–10 years

Check your EveryStage DLX

What to know

Evenflo's current policy gives every car seat and booster it makes a 10-year expiration from the date of manufacture, and that is where the EveryStage's 10 years comes from. Evenflo does not publish a separate EveryStage figure of its own, and its FAQ still describes a 6-year default for older seats with the Symphony, Transitions and Evolve named as the 8-year exceptions. So for an EveryStage made before January 2025, do not assume 10: read the date and model label on the seat, which is what Evenflo tells you to do.

The date of manufacture is on the seat itself. The date of manufacture label, which also shows the model name, model number, and expiration information, is usually on the bottom, side, or back of the seat. On infant seats check the underside of the carrier and the base.

Safety note: SeatCheck summarizes manufacturer and NHTSA guidance, but the label on your own seat and its manual are the final word. When in doubt, contact the manufacturer with your model and serial number.

More about Evenflo seats

Full policy, label locations and crash-replacement rules on the Evenflo brand page.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the Evenflo EveryStage DLX good for?
The Evenflo EveryStage DLX has a useful life of 10 years from its date of manufacture. The exact date is printed on the seat's own label, so check the sticker on the shell or base rather than counting from the purchase date.
Where is the expiration date on the Evenflo EveryStage DLX?
The date of manufacture label, which also shows the model name, model number, and expiration information, is usually on the bottom, side, or back of the seat. On infant seats check the underside of the carrier and the base.
Should I replace the EveryStage DLX after a crash?
Evenflo instructs owners to replace a car seat after any crash, regardless of severity. It does not apply the NHTSA minor-crash exception. Buyers of Evenflo Gold products also get an accident replacement program through the ParentLink consumer care team.

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