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fsusmithc2 · 05-09-2012, 07:58 AM

If it's truely a design flaw, as others have suggested, replacing it isn't going to solve the problem unless it is being replaced with a better part and/or by better installation procedures.

Guess I'll chalk this up to it being a known issue and wait until hopefully a TSB is issued.

Dznts · 05-09-2012, 08:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fsusmithc2

If it's truely a design flaw, as others have suggested, replacing it isn't going to solve the problem unless it is being replaced with a better part and/or by better installation procedures.

Guess I'll chalk this up to it being a known issue and wait until hopefully a TSB is issued.

+1

DarkFox1 · 05-09-2012, 09:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fsusmithc2

If it's truely a design flaw, as others have suggested, replacing it isn't going to solve the problem unless it is being replaced with a better part and/or by better installation procedures.

Guess I'll chalk this up to it being a known issue and wait until hopefully a TSB is issued.

I think I'm just going to ignore it. No car is perfect I suppose. It's not like the heater core goes out or the a/c stops working..... oh wait..

6speedss · 05-09-2012, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by DarkFox1

I think I'm just going to ignore it. No car is perfect I suppose. It's not like the heater core goes out or the a/c stops working..... oh wait..

blackswan · 05-09-2012, 09:34 AM

All of you who are "waiting it out" to see if GM comes up with a cure. I wouldn't, you are much better off having it documented via an attempted repair by GM than wait and see. I'm not suggesting Lemon Law (doesn't apply to something like this), but they could say you knew about it and let it go. Just saying... good dealers won't do that but at least for the 2012's it's a partial replacement of a piece and they said it would take about an hour only. So, just get it done at your next oil change or other visit, you know?

Plus, if everyone just sits on it, Chevy will likely NOT come out with an update since they won't see all the orders for this part.

MustangKiller · 05-09-2012, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by blackswan

All of you who are "waiting it out" to see if GM comes up with a cure. I wouldn't, you are much better off having it documented via an attempted repair by GM than wait and see. I'm not suggesting Lemon Law (doesn't apply to something like this), but they could say you knew about it and let it go. Just saying... good dealers won't do that but at least for the 2012's it's a partial replacement of a piece and they said it would take about an hour only. So, just get it done at your next oil change or other visit, you know?

Plus, if everyone just sits on it, Chevy will likely NOT come out with an update since they won't see all the orders for this part.

Partial replacment? I have a similar problem around the radio display the top left the leather is overhanging the radio a bit its def a flaw but i was on the fence bout letting them replace it. I did have it documented though. Anyone know how they fix it ive been told the dash has too come out and doesent that mean the windshield too.

mouserinc · 05-09-2012, 10:11 AM

I just got mine 3 weeks ago and after seeing this thread I checked my dash last night. Sure enough I see and feel the bubbling. Going to take it by the dealer when i get a chance next weekend

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MustangKiller · 05-09-2012, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by mouserinc

I just got mine 3 weeks ago and after seeing this thread I checked my dash last night. Sure enough I see and feel the bubbling. Going to take it by the dealer when i get a chance next weekend

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Seems too me that the leather wasent bonded properly in this area around the radio

Dznts · 05-09-2012, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by mouserinc

I just got mine 3 weeks ago and after seeing this thread I checked my dash last night. Sure enough I see and feel the bubbling. Going to take it by the dealer when i get a chance next weekend

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let us know how it turns out for you

DarkFox1 · 05-09-2012, 12:50 PM

Going to the dealer for me is a hassle. You have to wait in a line of cars about 20-30 minutes just to get into the bay to tell them what's wrong, then you're there at least an hour before they come talk to you about the issue.

I only plan to take this car to the dealer if there's an in-warranty failure that I can't avoid having them do.

djm96z28 · 05-10-2012, 01:07 PM

I was at my dealer's today getting the first oil change (free--Mobil1) and the recall on the air bag light taken care of. Asked them about the leather on the dash coming loose and they haven't dealt with it yet, but they would check it out.

When the car was finished, my service manager said he ordered a new part for the dashboard. He said apparently the section will pop out and can be replaced. He got the part number from GM and is supposed to arrive in about a week.

Right now I'm also expecting the new part to eventually develop the same problem, but at least the dealer is aware of the situation. If/when the new panel starts to come unglued, I'll just take it back again. Hoping for the best, though, along with everyone else whose leather coming loose.

awfarley · 05-10-2012, 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by SugeKnight

I think...its the XM radio

teehee...

I think it's inferior quality adhesive.

Chevrolet Customer Svc · 05-11-2012, 08:12 AM

Hello djm96z28,

Here at Chevrolet, we are happy to know that your airbag light recall was taken care of. As for the issue with the dashboard, please keep us updated and let us know if this was the correct fix.

All the best,

Brandon
Chevrolet Customer Service

djm96z28 · 05-11-2012, 10:24 AM

I'll gladly let everyone know how it goes with the replacement part when it arrives and is installed. I'm sure hoping this will do the trick.

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05-10-2012, 01:07 PM	#109
djm96z28 Drives: 2012 Camaro 1SS LS3 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Jacksonville FL Posts: 1,114	I was at my dealer's today getting the first oil change (free--Mobil1) and the recall on the air bag light taken care of. Asked them about the leather on the dash coming loose and they haven't dealt with it yet, but they would check it out. When the car was finished, my service manager said he ordered a new part for the dashboard. He said apparently the section will pop out and can be replaced. He got the part number from GM and is supposed to arrive in about a week. Right now I'm also expecting the new part to eventually develop the same problem, but at least the dealer is aware of the situation. If/when the new panel starts to come unglued, I'll just take it back again. Hoping for the best, though, along with everyone else whose leather coming loose. Last edited by djm96z28; 05-11-2012 at 10:27 AM.

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05-09-2012, 09:34 AM	#103
blackswan Drives: 2012 2LT/RS Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Northeast Posts: 1,443	All of you who are "waiting it out" to see if GM comes up with a cure. I wouldn't, you are much better off having it documented via an attempted repair by GM than wait and see. I'm not suggesting Lemon Law (doesn't apply to something like this), but they could say you knew about it and let it go. Just saying... good dealers won't do that but at least for the 2012's it's a partial replacement of a piece and they said it would take about an hour only. So, just get it done at your next oil change or other visit, you know? Plus, if everyone just sits on it, Chevy will likely NOT come out with an update since they won't see all the orders for this part.

05-09-2012, 10:11 AM	#105
mouserinc Drives: 2012 1LS Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Columbus, Ga Posts: 36 View My Garage	I just got mine 3 weeks ago and after seeing this thread I checked my dash last night. Sure enough I see and feel the bubbling. Going to take it by the dealer when i get a chance next weekend Sent from my DROID RAZR using Tapatalk 2

05-09-2012, 12:50 PM	#108
DarkFox1 Drives: 2012 2SS A6 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Douglasville GA Posts: 647	Going to the dealer for me is a hassle. You have to wait in a line of cars about 20-30 minutes just to get into the bay to tell them what's wrong, then you're there at least an hour before they come talk to you about the issue. I only plan to take this car to the dealer if there's an in-warranty failure that I can't avoid having them do.

05-11-2012, 08:12 AM	#111
Chevrolet Customer Svc Drives: GM Vehicles Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 9,328	Hello djm96z28, Here at Chevrolet, we are happy to know that your airbag light recall was taken care of. As for the issue with the dashboard, please keep us updated and let us know if this was the correct fix. All the best, Brandon Chevrolet Customer Service

05-11-2012, 10:24 AM	#112
djm96z28 Drives: 2012 Camaro 1SS LS3 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Jacksonville FL Posts: 1,114	I'll gladly let everyone know how it goes with the replacement part when it arrives and is installed. I'm sure hoping this will do the trick.