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Buffman · 03-26-2015, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by mbowen89

Can you keep it inside the loop and still pull out like that, so it didn't rub?

Yep use the loop from day one - the loop is key if you dont use it seat belt is too far back for comfortable grabs every time...

Buffman · 03-26-2015, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by CreeperRS

So this is covered by warranty??

Yes!

13White1LE · 03-26-2015, 11:26 AM

From my experience as a former GM mechanic, seat covers are a standard warranty repair that will be performed by a regular mechanic, usually a more experienced Tech.
Most of the covers are very simple to install and only require a hog ring pilers in some cases. I cannot confirm or comment on the difficulties of the Recaros or any of the camaro seats though.

shqcapps · 03-27-2015, 09:36 AM

The dealership ordered a cover for mine and will have an outside shop do the work. I'll post the before and after pictures once the work is complete.

z3R0fo01 · 03-28-2015, 12:30 AM

I just looked at mine after 13k miles and it has some wear. I guess I will wait until it gets bad and then take it to the dealer. Then order some kind of protector.

SummitWhite1LE · 03-28-2015, 12:08 PM

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I highly doubt the dealership mechanics change the cover. Most likely it is sublet to an upholstery shop that has the correct tools and knowledge. You really don't want the majority of mechanics trying to install a set cover.

Matt

When they replaced mine they did it in house, no mileage was put on the car. Also the rep told me that GM is aware of the problem and is trying to find a solution and they told the tech to keep replacing them but they hope to have a solution within a few months. We will see!

SD1LE · 03-30-2015, 12:06 AM

8K on mine and Just noticed the issue. Came here not expecting to find out that the dealer would cover this issue, glad i checked. Taking mine in tomorrow. Anyone know for how long or how many miles GM will cover this?

terry_b · 04-20-2015, 12:53 AM

I was worried about this issue when I was looking at cars. I've had mine for 4 days now and I decided to try this as a solution:

KaBoom1701 · 04-20-2015, 01:04 AM

What do you guys with the Recaros expect...no ware and tear? These cars are not museum pieces. lol

Mark T · 04-20-2015, 03:10 AM

I have fashioned a piece of leather bought at Tandy locally, dyed black, and big enough to fold over on itself and cut slits for the belt loop. Works very well and I didnt want to have the belt come through the harness slot. Did both sides. Used thick leather with one side finished and the other side rough. Rough on the inside. Looks good but I need to trim it to make it look even better and still remain functional. Plus it takes 10 seconds to put on or remove. If there is a leather shop near you they usually have a scrap bin of the leftover cuts from someone elses project, and reasonable.

terry_b · 04-20-2015, 06:51 AM

Can you post a pic of your leather piece in action?

Mark T · 04-20-2015, 01:47 PM

Yes I can but I dont have a picture on my phone. Give me a day or two and remind me if I forget. Crappy work hours may detract my memory lol.

I bought two leather scraps. About 20 bucks each. Approximatly two foot by a foot and a half each. Looks like 1/8th inch thick. One side finished. The other side rough. I have the unfinished side on the inside. Works really good. Just have to trim it to look better Not that it looks bad as it doesnt. Just want to make it look manufactured.

Edit to add: my two scraps could make about 6 pieces. I just wanted enough to play with designs.

Wollmank · 04-20-2015, 05:02 PM

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Originally Posted by terry_b

I was worried about this issue when I was looking at cars. I've had mine for 4 days now and I decided to try this as a solution:

I would NOT do this!!! If you get into an accident and you tamper with a life safety device, if you try to sue you will loose. Even for the smallest tap in the rear. If they have a good lawyer. You will get nothing. In fact, it will likely be turned around and you get sued. Good luck with this!!

terry_b · 04-20-2015, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Wollmank

I would NOT do this!!! If you get into an accident and you tamper with a life safety device, if you try to sue you will loose. Even for the smallest tap in the rear. If they have a good lawyer. You will get nothing. In fact, it will likely be turned around and you get sued. Good luck with this!!

Would it really be that bad? Honestly, I felt weird about messing with a safety device but I haven't defeated it or otherwise hampered its effectiveness.

03-28-2015, 12:30 AM	#61
z3R0fo01 Drives: 2014 1SS RS 1LE tvs2300 Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: MD Posts: 420	I just looked at mine after 13k miles and it has some wear. I guess I will wait until it gets bad and then take it to the dealer. Then order some kind of protector. __________________ SLP TVS 2300 Kooks 1 7/8" Rotofab intake NPP JRE tuned

04-20-2015, 12:53 AM	#64
terry_b Drives: 2014 2SS/RS 1LE Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Hudson, MA Posts: 1,387 View My Garage	I was worried about this issue when I was looking at cars. I've had mine for 4 days now and I decided to try this as a solution: __________________ 2014 2SS/RS 1LE

04-20-2015, 01:04 AM	#65
KaBoom1701 KaBoom1701 Drives: 13' ZL1 Red M6 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: I.E. SoCal (Yucaipa) Posts: 8,630	What do you guys with the Recaros expect...no ware and tear? These cars are not museum pieces. lol __________________ Mods: Roto-Fab Intake, WW Res. kit & Big Gulp Air Scoop, Elite Catch Can, ATI Super Damper & 18% OD Pulley, LF Idler pulley bracket, Metco CC breather, ID850 Injectors, Stainless Power Headers w/ ceramic coating, TR71X Spark Plugs, JMS Fuel Pump Booster, Bo White TB, Tuned by Ted @ Jannetty Racing, Ron Davis HX, D3 Reservoir, Pfadt 1" Springs, Moreno Camber Plates, ZL1 Addons Splitter guard washers, Tow Hook kit & rock guards, Hurst Shifter Billet Plus 6 Speed Short Shifter, ZL1 DRL lighting harness, ZL1 Recaro Seats.

04-20-2015, 03:10 AM	#66
Mark T American Gold Whisperer Drives: 2014 White 1LE 2SS/RS/NPP/Rec/Nav Join Date: May 2014 Location: Northern Utah Posts: 838	I have fashioned a piece of leather bought at Tandy locally, dyed black, and big enough to fold over on itself and cut slits for the belt loop. Works very well and I didnt want to have the belt come through the harness slot. Did both sides. Used thick leather with one side finished and the other side rough. Rough on the inside. Looks good but I need to trim it to make it look even better and still remain functional. Plus it takes 10 seconds to put on or remove. If there is a leather shop near you they usually have a scrap bin of the leftover cuts from someone elses project, and reasonable. __________________

04-20-2015, 06:51 AM	#67
terry_b Drives: 2014 2SS/RS 1LE Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Hudson, MA Posts: 1,387 View My Garage	Can you post a pic of your leather piece in action? __________________ 2014 2SS/RS 1LE

03-26-2015, 11:26 AM	#59
13White1LE Drives: 2013 2SS 1LE Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Homestead Posts: 54	From my experience as a former GM mechanic, seat covers are a standard warranty repair that will be performed by a regular mechanic, usually a more experienced Tech. Most of the covers are very simple to install and only require a hog ring pilers in some cases. I cannot confirm or comment on the difficulties of the Recaros or any of the camaro seats though.

03-27-2015, 09:36 AM	#60
shqcapps Drives: 2015 1LE Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Monterey Posts: 14	The dealership ordered a cover for mine and will have an outside shop do the work. I'll post the before and after pictures once the work is complete.

03-30-2015, 12:06 AM	#63
SD1LE Drives: 2014 RRM 1SS 1LE Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: San Diego Posts: 31 View My Garage	8K on mine and Just noticed the issue. Came here not expecting to find out that the dealer would cover this issue, glad i checked. Taking mine in tomorrow. Anyone know for how long or how many miles GM will cover this?

04-20-2015, 01:47 PM	#68
Mark T American Gold Whisperer Drives: 2014 White 1LE 2SS/RS/NPP/Rec/Nav Join Date: May 2014 Location: Northern Utah Posts: 838	Yes I can but I dont have a picture on my phone. Give me a day or two and remind me if I forget. Crappy work hours may detract my memory lol. I bought two leather scraps. About 20 bucks each. Approximatly two foot by a foot and a half each. Looks like 1/8th inch thick. One side finished. The other side rough. I have the unfinished side on the inside. Works really good. Just have to trim it to look better Not that it looks bad as it doesnt. Just want to make it look manufactured. Edit to add: my two scraps could make about 6 pieces. I just wanted enough to play with designs. __________________ Last edited by Mark T; 04-20-2015 at 08:16 PM.