Buckle Up! Car Seat Checks in Statesville

Car seat in the back of a vehicle (Erik Mclean/Unsplash).

Buckle up this summer by stopping by one of the three locations in Statesville to get your child’s car seat checked. Being a parent can be a lot—juggling between soccer practice, summer camp, library trips, visiting family or being new parents; but, it is crucial to ensure your child’s safety while partaking in fun adventures. 

Motor vehicle crashes remain one of the leading causes of injury for children. In 2022, 71 children died as a result of motor vehicle crashes. Learning how to properly install and reduce the risk of serious injury or death is crucial for your child’s safety. Car seats can vary by age, weight, height and vehicle type—so it is crucial to have your car and car seat properly checked out for safety measures. 

At each event, you can have your car seat checked by a Certified Technician, have all of your car seat safety questions answered, learn how to properly install car seats and booster seats and find out if your child’s seat is the right fit for them. No appointment needed! Just bring your child, vehicle and the car seat that you are using. 

Did you know?: 9 out of 10 children are improperly restrained in a vehicle. Having proper child safety seats reduces the risk of fatal injury by 71% for infants and 54% for toddlers. 

2026 Locations:

• July 27: Cool Springs Volunteer Fire Department (672 Mocksville Highway, Statesville)

• August 31: Ebenezer Fire Rescue (1002 Turnersburg Highway, Statesville)

• September 28: Statesville Fire Station 5 (533 Gaither Road, Statesville) 

Can’t make it to one of the scheduled dates? You can request an appointment online with the Statesville Fire Department to learn how to properly install your child’s car seat.