2013 Honda Accord Head Restraint Problems

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May 23, 2016
Head Restraint
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 honda accord. The contact stated that the driver side headrest caused her neck pain. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. The vin was not included.
ODI 10870843
October 1, 2013
Head Restraint · Seats
Ltr re a similar version of a petition to review the safety of the seats used in 2012 and 2013 honda accords- the head rest and other seat elements cause driver distraction/impairment (attachment not imaged fwd to nvs-200) *smd the consumer stated the head rest restraint caused discomfort and was a distraction while driving. The driver's seat put the consumer in an awkward position and imposed a long duration static…
ODI 10549121
September 1, 2013
Head Restraint · Seats
Head rests push the head too far forward, causing neck pain when seat back is at a normal upright, driving position. Seats are extremely uncomfortable to drive in, unless the seat back is significantly reclined - which poses an issue with being able to reach the steering wheel and other controls effectively. I find myself pulling myself forward with the steering wheel, so that i can sit up straight without the head…
ODI 10542074