A release strap position retention system is disclosed. The release strap position retention system comprises a release strap operatively connected to a recliner and a bezel defining an inner slot for guiding the release strap therethrough. The release strap position retention system also comprises a first flexible cantilever affixed to a first side of the inner slot and a second flexible cantilever affixed to a second side of the inner slot. The first flexible cantilever and the second flexible cantilever are configured to create a friction fit between the flexible cantilevers and the release strap to hold the release strap in a position above the inner slot of the bezel exposing an indicator on a portion of the release strap when the recliner is in an unlocked state that permits movement of the recliner. The indicator denotes to the user that the recliner is in the unlocked state.

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