Can a child seat be used in the front passenger seat of a vehicle equipped with a passenger-side air bag?
A rear-facing child seat should never be used in the front passenger seat of a vehicle equipped with a passenger-side air bag.
The safest place for any child under the age of 12, whether in a child seat or not, is in the back seat. If it is absolutely necessary to place a forward-facing child seat in the front, be sure that the child and safety seat are properly secured and slide the front passenger seat as far back as possible on the seat track to maximize the distance between the child and the air bag. Please refer to your vehicle's owner's manual as well as the seat manufacturer's instructions for more information.