1998 Chevrolet Corvette Owner's Manual - Page 19

I But don't have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motioncan be dangerous. Even you buckle if up, your safety belts can't their job when do you're reclined like this. The shoulder belt can't do job because it its won't be against your body. Instead, it will bein front of you. In a crash you could go into it, receiving neckor other injuries. The lap belt can't do job either. In a crash the its belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, notyour pelvic bones. at This could cause serious internal injuries. For proper protection when the vehicle isin motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seatand wear your safety belt properly.