CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) - AAA is reminding parents and caregivers to make sure their child's car seat is properly secured. Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for children.

AAA says checking that the seat is installed correctly and appropriate for a child's age, weight, and height is a small step that can make a big difference in keeping them safe.

The misuse of car seats is all too common and can have devestating consequences. More than two-thirds of all car seats are improperly installed according to new research from AAA and the National Safety Council. Often times, when a car seat isn't properly installed, AAA indicates it won't perform correctly in a crash.

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