How old do infants have to be sit in the front passenger seat of a car?

It's not about the infant's age, but their weight and size.

It is generally not safe** for infants to ride in the front passenger seat of a car, regardless of their age.

Here's why:

* Airbags: Front passenger airbags can be fatal to infants and small children. They are designed for adults and deploy with immense force.

* Safety in a crash: In the event of a crash, the front passenger seat is the most dangerous position in the car.

Here's what you should do:

* Rear-facing car seat: Until your child reaches the maximum weight and height limit for their rear-facing car seat, they should always ride in the back seat, facing the rear.

* Forward-facing car seat: Once they outgrow their rear-facing car seat, they should use a forward-facing car seat in the back seat.

Important Note: Always consult your car seat manufacturer's instructions and your state's car seat laws. These laws and guidelines are designed to keep your child safe.

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