Troubleshooting a Thomas Payne Seismic Recliner That Clicks But Doesn't Operate
Updated 01/19/2026 | Published 08/12/2024
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Thomas Payne Seismic Series RV Theater Seating Recliner: Left Arm Recliner just clicks and will not open or close. I switched out Right Arm control box that does open and close Right Arm side but, unfortunately that control box does not open or close Left Arm Recliner. Switched Left Arm control box to the Right Arm side it does open and close recliner. So, where do we go from here? Thanks, Don Eichler
asked by: Don E
Expert Reply:
Don, have you checked the cupholders yet? Since the cupholders control the functionality of the chairs, I'd suggest unplugging them and checking to see if the cupholder works.
If it does not work, then you can replace it with the Replacement Cup Holder for Thomas Payne RV Recliners with Light, Massage, and Heat Functions # LC38FR.
Other than that, there is not much else you can replace since you've already replaced the control box. If this doesn't work then I'd suggest reaching out to Lippert and seeing if they have something else you can try.
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Jerred H.
1/19/2026
Hey Don, were you able to test the cupholder on your Thomas Payne Seismic recliner to see if it was the issue? Knowing what you found could help others troubleshoot similar problems with their chairs.