Maybe because it is new, but we found the spring mechanism for the recline feature is quite strong and so it is hard for a 128lb woman to close from the recline position.  The back flap on the sofa was very wrinkled from the plastic packaging and we had to use a steamer to get the wrinkles out and have it lay flat. (The sofa is not against a wall so appearance of the back is visible.)   Other than that, we like our new sofa very much and are enjoying relaxing and watching our Friday night movies while we recline!!