Starting in September 2027, all new passenger vehicles must sound a warning if rear-seat passengers don't buckle up, aiming to save 50 lives annually.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that this rule, which mandates warnings for all seating positions, could prevent 500 injuries and potentially save lives.
The rear-seat belt use stands at approximately 82%, significantly lower than the front seat's near 92%, indicating a critical safety concern addressed by the new rule.
NHTSA data revealed that about half of passengers who died in crashes two years ago were not wearing seat belts, underscoring the importance of this regulation.
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