The shoulder belt should not cross the neck or face. If older children must ride in the front seat, make sure they are always properly belted and the seat is moved back as far as possible. No child under 12 should sit in the front passenger seat of a vehicle equipped with an airbag. In fact, children should always ride in the rear seat of a vehicle whenever possible. As a last resort, if a child must ride in the front seat of a vehicle equipped with an airbag, always move the vehicle seat as far back as possible.
Helpful Hints Remember, the back seat is the safest place for children to ride in a motor vehicle.
Discipline children as you would for any life-threatening behavior if they try to unbuckle their safety belts or climb out of their safety seats. Use a safety seat every time, on every trip. Most motor vehicle crashes happen within 25 miles of home, at less than 40 mph. Never use a baby carrier as a safety seat. Install special child safety restraints for children who are physically challenged.