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JoeyBagOfDonutz · 08-18-2017, 04:11 PM

I just picked up a 2014 2SS RS 1le. The seat belt on the driver side tore through the leather loop where it attaches to the seat. The dealer I'm going to has absolutely no problem ordering a new seat cover and putting it on. The only thing the service guy said might be a problem is that when entered into the computer it was suggested to switch both seat covers. His thoughts were that maybe a new cover won't match the passenger side. He also said that sometimes when a new seat cover on it might not fit exactly the same and have some wrinkles that will work themselves out. He suggested that I might also be able to go to a local upholstery place and get them to sew it for cheap so the original covers will still match. Anyone have experience, or thoughts....

000montoya · 08-18-2017, 11:51 PM

It shouldn't have wrinkles if you install it right. I do them all the time at the dodge dealer I work at. The only time the seat cover is wrinkled is when the cushion is caved in or flat from wear. Causing the cover to be a little wrinkled from excessive build up . But taking it to a upholstery place to have it sewed on doesn't sound like a bad idea.

Olddudesrule · 08-19-2017, 01:08 AM

Just curious, what's a seat cover for the Recaros run?

JoeyBagOfDonutz · 08-19-2017, 10:01 AM

When I talked to the guy, he said about 1385$, not a typo

1LEJNG · 08-19-2017, 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by JoeyBagOfDonutz

When I talked to the guy, he said about 1385$, not a typo

Was that quote for two covers?

JoeyBagOfDonutz · 08-19-2017, 03:50 PM

I don't think you want to know, haha. One was 1313$ and the other was 1336$ for the other. No typos. It's insane. Those prices are just for the covers, and not installed. He showed me the prices and I don't know why they are different prices. I can only get one replaced because it actually wore a hole through the leather. If the other cover wears through, I can get the other replaced. Everything is/would be replaced under warranty which is awesome.

Olddudesrule · 08-20-2017, 02:05 AM

I would check with an auto interior place near you. I can imagine having it repaired would cost half that. Those prices are insane.

Synner · 08-20-2017, 09:21 AM

Just do the one. No 2 covers will come from the same cow so any 2 will be just as likely to not be the perfect shade compared to one another. And there's no guarantee 2 parts warehouse covers were dyed in the same batch. But how many modern cars have seats with mismatched leather color? Sounds like he works on commission.

Any cover can have wrinkles if not installed right. It's best to have a real upholsterer do it and not a service tech.

JoeyBagOfDonutz · 08-20-2017, 11:27 AM

I think I'm gonna have just the one seat cover replaced. The guy actually wasn't pushing me to get the other replaced, he thought the prices were ridiculous also. He was actually pretty cool, he printed out all this stuff for my car and history and stuff. Found out my car was a gm exec car

ASimmons04 · 09-13-2017, 06:39 PM

I've had my Recaro's for two years and my leather still looks brand new at the loop. There's an easy way to avoid the tear or rub marks. Don't pull the belt down across your chest. Pull it straight forward while holding the belt off the seat. Then pull down to buckle. Done.

JoeyBagOfDonutz · 09-14-2017, 06:47 PM

I'll use that method, thank you. I also bought a leather seat belt pad to further prevent any damage. I bought it used, so the damage was done by previous owner.

cdb95z28 · 09-14-2017, 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by JoeyBagOfDonutz

I'll use that method, thank you. I also bought a leather seat belt pad to further prevent any damage. I bought it used, so the damage was done by previous owner.

Please post a pic of the new seat cover, someone said the loop has been changed, curious what it looks like. My dealer is going to get me a new cover too. Thank You!

PapaKlutch · 09-15-2017, 12:52 AM

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Originally Posted by cdb95z28

Please post a pic of the new seat cover, someone said the loop has been changed, curious what it looks like. My dealer is going to get me a new cover too. Thank You!

My 15 came with the snap...

I use the cheap RECARO seat belt pad from Amazon to keep "the rubbing" at bay...

cdb95z28 · 09-15-2017, 01:12 AM

That's the same as my original one. Mine has ripped apart at the threads of the strap.

08-18-2017, 04:11 PM	#1
JoeyBagOfDonutz Drives: 2014 1LE Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Philly Posts: 52	New recaro seat cover, thoughts... I just picked up a 2014 2SS RS 1le. The seat belt on the driver side tore through the leather loop where it attaches to the seat. The dealer I'm going to has absolutely no problem ordering a new seat cover and putting it on. The only thing the service guy said might be a problem is that when entered into the computer it was suggested to switch both seat covers. His thoughts were that maybe a new cover won't match the passenger side. He also said that sometimes when a new seat cover on it might not fit exactly the same and have some wrinkles that will work themselves out. He suggested that I might also be able to go to a local upholstery place and get them to sew it for cheap so the original covers will still match. Anyone have experience, or thoughts....

08-18-2017, 11:51 PM	#2
000montoya Drives: 2014 RedRock 1LE Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Conroe, TX Posts: 245	It shouldn't have wrinkles if you install it right. I do them all the time at the dodge dealer I work at. The only time the seat cover is wrinkled is when the cushion is caved in or flat from wear. Causing the cover to be a little wrinkled from excessive build up . But taking it to a upholstery place to have it sewed on doesn't sound like a bad idea. __________________ 498RWHP 439RWTQ Instagram: jm_103

08-19-2017, 01:08 AM	#3
Olddudesrule Resident nomad Drives: 2014 Summit White 1SS/1LE Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 1,766	Just curious, what's a seat cover for the Recaros run? __________________ Sold: 2007 Z06 2002 Viper GTS/ACR 2003 Z06 1965 FFR Cobra 2012 Nissan 370Z ADM LSA Stage II, Roto-Fab CAI, Kooks LTH/HFC's, Phastek CC, ported TB, Mishimoto radiator and oil cooler, BC Racing ER Series CO's, JPSS 32mm Black Magic rear bar, JPSS front inserts, R1 Concepts Premier slotted rotors/Goodrich SS lines, Schroth ASM harness, MGW flatstick, Brey-Krause HB, Tuned by NicD, at Cordes Performance Racing.

08-20-2017, 02:05 AM	#7
Olddudesrule Resident nomad Drives: 2014 Summit White 1SS/1LE Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 1,766	I would check with an auto interior place near you. I can imagine having it repaired would cost half that. Those prices are insane. __________________ Sold: 2007 Z06 2002 Viper GTS/ACR 2003 Z06 1965 FFR Cobra 2012 Nissan 370Z ADM LSA Stage II, Roto-Fab CAI, Kooks LTH/HFC's, Phastek CC, ported TB, Mishimoto radiator and oil cooler, BC Racing ER Series CO's, JPSS 32mm Black Magic rear bar, JPSS front inserts, R1 Concepts Premier slotted rotors/Goodrich SS lines, Schroth ASM harness, MGW flatstick, Brey-Krause HB, Tuned by NicD, at Cordes Performance Racing.

09-15-2017, 01:12 AM	#14
cdb95z28 Drives: 2022 1SS 1LE A10 BCD WCT+PDR Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Johnstown, PA Posts: 3,200	That's the same as my original one. Mine has ripped apart at the threads of the strap. __________________ 2022 1SS 1LE A10 BCD WCT+PDR2014 1SS 1LE NPP RECARO SIM-SOLD1995 Z28 M6 GSC PGM-SOLD1975 NOVA COUPE 300HP 350 TH350 FLASH RED-SOLD

08-19-2017, 10:01 AM	#4
JoeyBagOfDonutz Drives: 2014 1LE Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Philly Posts: 52	When I talked to the guy, he said about 1385$, not a typo

08-19-2017, 03:50 PM	#6
JoeyBagOfDonutz Drives: 2014 1LE Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Philly Posts: 52	I don't think you want to know, haha. One was 1313$ and the other was 1336$ for the other. No typos. It's insane. Those prices are just for the covers, and not installed. He showed me the prices and I don't know why they are different prices. I can only get one replaced because it actually wore a hole through the leather. If the other cover wears through, I can get the other replaced. Everything is/would be replaced under warranty which is awesome.

08-20-2017, 09:21 AM	#8
Synner Drives: cars Join Date: May 2011 Location: Oversneeze Posts: 4,545	Just do the one. No 2 covers will come from the same cow so any 2 will be just as likely to not be the perfect shade compared to one another. And there's no guarantee 2 parts warehouse covers were dyed in the same batch. But how many modern cars have seats with mismatched leather color? Sounds like he works on commission. Any cover can have wrinkles if not installed right. It's best to have a real upholsterer do it and not a service tech.

08-20-2017, 11:27 AM	#9
JoeyBagOfDonutz Drives: 2014 1LE Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Philly Posts: 52	I think I'm gonna have just the one seat cover replaced. The guy actually wasn't pushing me to get the other replaced, he thought the prices were ridiculous also. He was actually pretty cool, he printed out all this stuff for my car and history and stuff. Found out my car was a gm exec car

09-13-2017, 06:39 PM	#10
ASimmons04 Drives: 2015 AGM 2SS RS 1LE Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: South Carolina Posts: 367	I've had my Recaro's for two years and my leather still looks brand new at the loop. There's an easy way to avoid the tear or rub marks. Don't pull the belt down across your chest. Pull it straight forward while holding the belt off the seat. Then pull down to buckle. Done.

09-14-2017, 06:47 PM	#11
JoeyBagOfDonutz Drives: 2014 1LE Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Philly Posts: 52	I'll use that method, thank you. I also bought a leather seat belt pad to further prevent any damage. I bought it used, so the damage was done by previous owner.