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vroomapunk · 09-02-2013, 11:17 AM

Im a detailer and know in my heart that our seats arent the best quality. Although leather itself isnt made to withstand the abuse of a 120k miles on a car, even if its italian leather in a ferrari lol.

Its going to wear. I too planned to just replace them every 6 years or something. Maybe i can just get recaros then.

I believe our leather has a thin plastic coating on it anyway, so that doesnt help.

joeybsyc · 09-02-2013, 12:12 PM

I actually bought a full set of brand new take-off leather covers from SLP a few years ago when they were selling them while doing the ZL575 conversions...figured it was good insurance to have a brand new set in a box down the road... I didn't think I'd have wear in less than 10,000 miles though, and I hate to break up the set to replace one rear section of my seat...it's not bad, it just isn't perfect anymore, and I'm a perfectionist. That's why I'd consider just buying the backrest portion of the driver's seat if someone has the part #, I guess my dealer could look it up, but i'm pretty sure they won't be the cheapest place to order from.

z28racer · 09-03-2013, 02:02 AM

I just noticed today that my seat is cracking in the perforated part of the back rest. Car has 22000 miles and I only weigh about 145 wet. Any chance that this is covered by the warranty? Car is always parked in the car port and is not a daily driver.

Chevrolet Customer Svc · 09-03-2013, 09:34 AM

Hi z28racer,

If the issue is found to be a result of defects in materials or workmanship, then yes, the seat would be covered by the bumper to bumper warranty. Please let me know if you would like me to schedule an appointment for you at your local dealership!

Jessica
Chevrolet Customer Care

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Originally Posted by z28racer

I just noticed today that my seat is cracking in the perforated part of the back rest. Car has 22000 miles and I only weigh about 145 wet. Any chance that this is covered by the warranty? Car is always parked in the car port and is not a daily driver.

patternpilot · 09-03-2013, 11:19 AM

I second the thought that the seat leather is not of very good quality. Perhaps not the quality of the leather, but the thickness. GM uses materials on the backside to keep the leather from tearing on its own. I did not know that leather could be sliced as thin as this leather. It almost looks like it was sprayed onto the fabric. I had to have the drivers seat cover on my Silverado replaced under warranty because it wore through. It is worn out again, but now out of warranty. My Camaro has less than 7000 miles and the seat shows wear and will need to be replaced soon.
Now on another note, my Jaguar which cost over twice what the Camaro did has almost 70,000 miles and the seats look new. I guess we just have to accept that we get what we paid for as far as seats go.

z28racer · 09-03-2013, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Chevrolet Customer Svc

Hi z28racer,

If the issue is found to be a result of defects in materials or workmanship, then yes, the seat would be covered by the bumper to bumper warranty. Please let me know if you would like me to schedule an appointment for you at your local dealership!

Jessica
Chevrolet Customer Care

Thank you for your concern Jessica. I would appreciate anything you can help me out with. My dealer is Bob Stall Chevrolet in La Mesa California. I usually deal with Rose in service..

Thank you for your concern and help Jessica.

Tom

Chevrolet Customer Svc · 09-03-2013, 01:45 PM

Hi Tom!

I left a voice mail for Rose and am awaiting a call back to speak with her. In the meantime, if you could provide me with your last name, phone number, VIN, and vehicle mileage through a private message, I can add this information to our records. Thank you so much!

Jessica
Chevrolet Customer Care

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Originally Posted by z28racer

Thank you for your concern Jessica. I would appreciate anything you can help me out with. My dealer is Bob Stall Chevrolet in La Mesa California. I usually deal with Rose in service..

Thank you for your concern and help Jessica.

Tom

wullger · 09-04-2013, 11:12 AM

Mine has this same issue at 34,000 miles and 4 years. Thankfully, I have an extended warranty for 2 more years.

strych9 · 09-04-2013, 11:29 AM

It's top-coated leather, and is the most common leather (something like 90%) used in cars. The top layer can flake away from the bottom layer. That's evident in some of the pics. It can also crack and delaminate. Common for all makes.

The quality of the leather itself can very greatly and influence the usable life of the seat material. In the end, all leather deteriorates and will need to be replaced at some point.

09-02-2013, 11:17 AM	#15
vroomapunk [COTW 5/12/14] Drives: 2012 CRT NF Cammed 2SS/RS For Sale Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: NOLA Posts: 6,115 View My Garage	Im a detailer and know in my heart that our seats arent the best quality. Although leather itself isnt made to withstand the abuse of a 120k miles on a car, even if its italian leather in a ferrari lol. Its going to wear. I too planned to just replace them every 6 years or something. Maybe i can just get recaros then. I believe our leather has a thin plastic coating on it anyway, so that doesnt help. __________________

09-02-2013, 12:12 PM	#16
joeybsyc Drives: 2010 Aqua Blue Metallic 2SS Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: PA Posts: 2,010 View My Garage	I actually bought a full set of brand new take-off leather covers from SLP a few years ago when they were selling them while doing the ZL575 conversions...figured it was good insurance to have a brand new set in a box down the road... I didn't think I'd have wear in less than 10,000 miles though, and I hate to break up the set to replace one rear section of my seat...it's not bad, it just isn't perfect anymore, and I'm a perfectionist. That's why I'd consider just buying the backrest portion of the driver's seat if someone has the part #, I guess my dealer could look it up, but i'm pretty sure they won't be the cheapest place to order from. __________________

09-03-2013, 11:19 AM	#19
patternpilot Drives: 2012 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Tri-Cities WA. Posts: 927 View My Garage	I second the thought that the seat leather is not of very good quality. Perhaps not the quality of the leather, but the thickness. GM uses materials on the backside to keep the leather from tearing on its own. I did not know that leather could be sliced as thin as this leather. It almost looks like it was sprayed onto the fabric. I had to have the drivers seat cover on my Silverado replaced under warranty because it wore through. It is worn out again, but now out of warranty. My Camaro has less than 7000 miles and the seat shows wear and will need to be replaced soon. Now on another note, my Jaguar which cost over twice what the Camaro did has almost 70,000 miles and the seats look new. I guess we just have to accept that we get what we paid for as far as seats go. __________________ There's more to life than gas mileage LS3, Whipple, Custom Comp Cam, springs, pushrods, timing set, CAI intake, Apex cold air scoop, Doug Thorley TRI-Y headers, Billet Custom Products baffled Valve covers, Mighty Mouse Catch can, ADM FPCM, ZL1 fuel pump, MSD boost-a-pump, Hex Vent hood vents, ProSport gauges(fuel pressure, AFR, Boost), Corsa, 100 cell Cats. Jannetty remote tuned, Pfadt trailing arms, all parts user installed. No Dyno yet. Manual trans. 3.45 gears.

09-04-2013, 11:12 AM	#22
wullger Supercharged Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Tyler, Texas Posts: 1,576 View My Garage	Mine has this same issue at 34,000 miles and 4 years. Thankfully, I have an extended warranty for 2 more years. __________________ 2SS/RS IBM A6, White Rallies Ordered: 4/30/09 Delivered: 8/18/09 Appearance Mods: Heritage Grille, ZL1 Replica Wheels Performance Mods: Flowmaster ARH Cat-Back Exhaust, ADM CAI, ADM L99-LS3 Conversion, ADM LSA Supercharger Kit, Lingenfelter GT9 Cam, Stainless Power Headers, Detroit Speed Sway Bars, ZL1 Fuel Pump 581 rwhp/535 lb/ft tq

09-04-2013, 11:29 AM	#23
strych9 I'll be back... Drives: Subaru, HD Road Glide Special Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Omaha, NE Posts: 3,036 View My Garage	It's top-coated leather, and is the most common leather (something like 90%) used in cars. The top layer can flake away from the bottom layer. That's evident in some of the pics. It can also crack and delaminate. Common for all makes. The quality of the leather itself can very greatly and influence the usable life of the seat material. In the end, all leather deteriorates and will need to be replaced at some point. __________________ Bye bye, Bumblebee! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Build Journal My Garage GoPro Mic Hack

09-03-2013, 02:02 AM	#17
z28racer Drives: 12 SIM 2SS/ RS Sinergy M6,GMC2500HD Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: San Diego, California Posts: 1,596 View My Garage	I just noticed today that my seat is cracking in the perforated part of the back rest. Car has 22000 miles and I only weigh about 145 wet. Any chance that this is covered by the warranty? Car is always parked in the car port and is not a daily driver.