Patent ID: 8322773

Claim:
A recliner mechanism package shelf device for use in adjusting the position of a seat back of a vehicle seat in a vehicle, the recliner mechanism package shelf comprising: a cross member for use as a package shelf in a vehicle, the cross member adapted to be connected to the seat back proximate an upper end of the seat back; a track system connected with the cross member for moving the cross member in coordination with the movement of the seat back; a latch system connected with the cross member for selectively allowing movement of the cross member within the track system; and a bracket member having a first flange for connecting the bracket member to the vehicle and a second flange for supporting the cross member; wherein the track system comprises an inboard track arrangement and an outboard track arrangement, the outboard track arrangement having a first flange connected to and supported by the second flange of the bracket member; and wherein the cross member is a cross plate that is a substantially flat member that spans in a lateral direction between the outboard track arrangement and the inboard track arrangement.