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Arkansas leads nation in car seat misuse, inspections show

Safety inspections indicate Arkansas leads the nation in child car seat misuse rates.

Published Sep 8, 2026, 1:15 PM EDT | WFMZZ

Data from safety inspections shows Arkansas has the highest rate of car seat misuse of any state, according to Insurify. The finding highlights concerns about child passenger safety and proper installation and use of restraints.