A clutch on the club world seats sometimes kicks in as the backrest nears flat position. I think that is what you found. Sit on the headrest and press the recline again and it should go full flat. Annoying.

The footstool dropping fown is due to a worn stopping flange. Only solution is to put something solid under it. A 27cl bottle in a shoe is aboit the right height.... Add magazines as required...!