Interpretation ID: nht93-6.37

DATE: September 17, 1993

FROM: Angela R. Caron

TO: Office of Chief Counsel, NHTSA

TITLE: None

ATTACHMT: Attached to letter dated 3/16/94 from John Womack to Angela R. Caron (A42; Redbook (2); Std. 208; Std. 213)

TEXT:

My letter is pertaining to the height of seat belts in cars. As you are probably aware, seat belts are not made for smaller people. Since the seat belts are not adjustable in either of my vehicles, I have been looking for alternative solutions. Enclosed are two ideas, SafeFit and the Child safer. My question is, is either of these restraints safe for an adult? I am 5 feet and of average weight. I would appreciate your input. It just seems so unsafe to have the seat belt across my neck, besides being very uncomfortable.

I was also curious about the travel vest for my 2 1/2 year old son. Can it really replace his child safety seat? I thank you for your help on an issue as important as this.

ATTACHMENT

SafeFit and Child Safer brochures. (Text omitted)