Depending on the manner of malfunction, a recliner can be fixed at home with simple tools and a lot of determination. For example, you can easily replace worn-down parts such as tension springs, screws, bolts, and even rocking legs. Various issues with the reclining and footrest mechanisms can also be fixed on your own, namely rusty joints and loose screws.
Of course, more serious structural damage isn’t so easy to handle at home. If the frame of your recliner has sustained irreparable damage, you might have to either replace the entire mechanism at the repair shop or buy a new recliner.