Device for occupant protection in vehicle, has vehicle seat which comprises seat cushion, seat backrest and headrest, where inflatable element is arranged in headrest

摘要

The device has a vehicle seat (1) which comprises a seat cushion (1.1), a seat backrest (1.2) and a headrest (1.3). An inflatable element is arranged in the headrest, which is inflatable during the vehicle approaching rear collision or during the rear collision so that a distance between the head rest and the head (2.1) of a vehicle occupant (2) is reduced. The inflatable element is arranged in the area of the headrest facing the head of the vehicle occupant. An independent claim is also included for a method for occupant protection in a vehicle.