The LATCH system bypasses the vehicle's adult seatbelts by using dedicated metal bars welded directly to the vehicle chassis between the seat cushion and backrest, plus a top tether anchor. Child seats clip directly onto these rigid points. This standard reduces installation errors and provides a more secure, crash-resistant mounting for infant and toddler carriers.
I can't get my fingers between the cushions to clip onto the LATCH anchors, so I might just use the seatbelt routing instead.
Also heard as
- ISOFIX
- UAS
Related terms
Seat belt
A safety harness designed to secure an occupant in a vehicle seat during a collision or sudden stop.
Passenger compartment
The enclosed section of a vehicle designed to house the driver and occupants.
SRS
The supplemental restraint system manages airbags and seatbelt pretensioners to protect occupants during a crash.