Correct Head Restraint Position
Correct Head Restraint Position
WARNING: In the event of a collision, you want the head restraint to contact your head first, not your neck. Improper positioning can result in serious personal injury.
Like seat belts, head restraints are an important safety feature that, when used properly, can reduce the risk of personal injury (such as whiplash) in a collision.
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When adjusting the height, the bulk of the headrest should stand directly behind the person’s head, at ear level.
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Head restraints should ideally be positioned 2 inches (5 cm) or less from the rear of the person’s head, and never more than 4 inches (10 cm).