Self-latching and self-releasing latch mechanism for removable seat

摘要

A latch mechanism removably attaches a front portion of a collapsible and removable utility seat assembly to a latch rod on a vehicle floor pan. The latch mechanism includes a bracket adapted for attachment to the front portion of the utility seat assembly with a wheel attached thereto. The latch mechanism also includes a locking mechanism connected to the bracket. The locking mechanism includes a lock member rotatably connected to the bracket and adapted for engagement with the floor pan for causing rotation of the lock member with respect to the bracket to facilitate locking of the locking mechanism onto the latch rod as the utility seat assembly is collapsed.