Safety Standards for WAYB Pico & Other WAYB Products

Safety Standards & Product Manuals

Designed with Safety in Mind

At WAYB, family always comes first.

As parents ourselves, we believe families deserve thoughtfully designed gear they can trust. That's why safety is at the heart of everything we create, from the materials we choose to the way our products are engineered, tested, and made.

We're committed to meeting applicable safety standards while creating high-performance gear that gives families more freedom to explore, connect, and enjoy the journey.

Pico™ Product Manuals

Find the correct Pico manual based on your seat's date of manufacture (DOM), located on the label at the bottom of your car seat.

English Manuals

WAYB Pico Manual – English (DOM after June 30, 2025)

WAYB Pico Manual – English (DOM on or before June 30, 2025)

WAYB Re-certified Pico Manual – English

Manuales en Español

WAYB Pico Manual – Español (DOM después del 30 de junio de 2025)

WAYB Pico Manual – Español (DOM el 30 de junio de 2025 o antes)

Pico: Engineered for Safety

Lightweight by design, uncompromising in our commitment to safety. The Pico Car Seat combines innovative materials and thoughtful engineering to provide a secure ride without the bulk of a traditional car seat.

AeroWing™ Aluminum Frame: Pico's frame is constructed using custom-extruded 6000-series aluminum and our innovative Safetwin pipe design. This design combines the strength of two individual tubes to create a durable, lightweight structure that keeps Pico compact and easy to carry.
V-Shaped Tether: Pico's V-shaped top tether features two attachment points designed to enhance stability and minimize side-to-side movement. Multiple rows of stitching help manage forces and reduce forward movement in the event of a collision. Always attach the top tether when installing Pico in a vehicle seating position equipped with a tether anchor.
5-Point Harness: Pico's 5-point harness secures your child at five points: both shoulders, both hips, and between the legs. This design helps distribute crash forces across the body's stronger areas while limiting forward movement during a collision.

Is Pico Right for Your Child?

Pico is a forward-facing car seat designed for children ages 2 and older who meet the height and weight requirements for their specific seat.

Seats manufactured after June 30, 2025

Weight: 26.5–50 lb (12–22.7 kg)

Height: 33.5–45 in (85–114 cm)

Seats manufactured on or before June 30, 2025

Weight: 22–50 lb (10–22.7 kg)

Height: 30–45 in (76–114 cm)

Important Fit Guidelines

Your child has outgrown Pico when either of the following occurs, even if they remain within the stated height or weight limits:

The child's shoulders are above the highest available harness position.

The tops of the child's ears reach the top of the headrest in its highest position.

Always follow your Pico manual and applicable child passenger safety laws. We encourage families to keep children rear-facing until they reach the maximum height or weight allowed by their rear-facing car seat. Review car seat laws by state.

Installing Your Pico

Pico is designed for forward-facing installation and can be secured using a compatible vehicle installation method:

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
Vehicle lap-and-shoulder belt
Vehicle lap-only belt

Always follow the installation instructions in your Pico manual and your vehicle owner's manual.

Important: Always connect the top tether when installing Pico in a vehicle seating position equipped with a tether anchor. For step-by-step guidance, visit our Travel Center for installation instructions, videos, and additional resources.

Flying with Pico

Taking Pico on your next adventure? Pico is certified for use on aircraft, weighs just 8 lb, and features a compact fold designed to fit in most airplane overhead bins.

Pico installs forward-facing using the aircraft lap belt.

When flying, airline personnel may ask to see the certification label located on the bottom of your Pico. Look for the red lettering that states: “This restraint is certified for use in motor vehicles and aircraft.”

We recommend checking with your airline before traveling for any specific seating or installation requirements.

Watch our Airplane Installation Video

Pico Expiration & Warranty

7-Year Useful Life: Pico has a useful life of seven years from its date of manufacture. You can find the date of manufacture, model number, and serial number on the label located at the bottom of your seat.
3-Year Limited Warranty: Your Pico is backed by WAYB's three-year limited Breathe Easy Guarantee, subject to the terms and conditions of our warranty.

Safety Standards & Certifications

Pico is designed and tested to meet applicable U.S. federal motor vehicle safety standards and is certified for use in motor vehicles and aircraft.

Understanding the Standards

NHTSA - National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: The federal agency responsible for establishing and enforcing U.S. motor vehicle safety standards, including those for child restraint systems.
FAA - Federal Aviation Administration: The federal agency responsible for civil aviation safety, including requirements governing the use of child restraint systems on aircraft.
FMVSS 213 - Child Restraint Systems: Establishes federal safety requirements for child restraint systems, including crash performance and other safety criteria.
FMVSS 302 - Flammability of Interior Materials: Establishes flammability requirements for materials used in vehicle interiors.