The Graco True3Fit LX 3-in-1 expires 10 years after its date of manufacture.
Useful life
10 years
Type
All-in-one
Brand policy
7–10 years
Check your True3Fit LX 3-in-1
What to know
The True3Fit LX manual says to stop using the seat and throw it away 10 years after the date of manufacture. It is a 3-in-1 that finishes as a highback booster, and the date sticker is on the back of the seat.
The date of manufacture is on the seat itself. The date of manufacture is printed on a white label on the seat, typically on the back or bottom of the plastic shell (on infant seats, check the underside of the carrier and the base). The label shows the model number, serial number, and date of manufacture; most Graco seats do not print the expiration date itself.
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 Graco seats
Full policy, label locations and crash-replacement rules on the Graco brand page.
How long is the Graco True3Fit LX 3-in-1 good for?
The Graco True3Fit LX 3-in-1 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 Graco True3Fit LX 3-in-1?
The date of manufacture is printed on a white label on the seat, typically on the back or bottom of the plastic shell (on infant seats, check the underside of the carrier and the base). The label shows the model number, serial number, and date of manufacture; most Graco seats do not print the expiration date itself.
Should I replace the True3Fit LX 3-in-1 after a crash?
Graco is stricter than the federal minimum: it recommends replacing the car seat after any type of accident, even a minor one, and even if the child was not in the seat at the time. Graco's reasoning is that crash forces can cause internal structural damage you cannot see. Crash damage is not covered by warranty; Graco directs families to their auto insurance and will provide documentation stating the seat must be replaced.