Is it ok to place rear facing car seat in single cab truck?

Question

We are expecting our first baby. The on,ly vehicle we have is a single cab silverado truck. Is it ok to place an infant car seat in the truck as long as you turn the airbag off?

We cannot afford to get a different vehicle right now. Any help is much apprecaited!

Thanks,

Answer 1

As long as it's not in front of an airbag, it's okay... ~

Answer 2

Short answer: yes you can. Legally you can

Long answer: Yes you can, but it is not the safest option. Personally, I would do my darndest to get something with a back seat to drive b/c the front seat of any vehicle is not the safest place to put a child's seat whether the airbag is off or not. Good for you for knowing to turn off the airbag. :) If its the aboslute only option, then you'll have to do it, but I would keep looking for some way to get even an older vehicle with a backseat.

Answer 3

It depends on your state.  Here in VA, it's not illegal, it's just very unsafe.

Answer 4

It can be very dangerous if there is an airbag there. If there is an option to physically switch off the airbag, often done with a key, do that FIRST.

Answer 5

Yes. If it is your only option. Make sure you turn off the airbag though. That could be dangerous.