2014 GT - Leather seat stitching pulling/fraying

[danieljw]

Greetings,

I've been driving a new 2014 GT for about a month, and I noticed already that some of the red stitching in the leather seats is pulling and fraying a bit. Is this normal? I would not think so for a brand new vehicle. I'm a small guy and pretty careful when I get in and out of the car. It doesn't look like anything is really causing any friction or snagging. Would a dealer do anything to fix this? It would probably require removing the upholstery/replacing the entire seat.

Any thoughts / advice?

Thanks

 

[Nodnerb]

I've had my 2013 since last June and haven't noticed anything like that. Although I haven't exactly been looking for it, but nothing has jumped out at me. I'll try to remember to take a look on my way home today.

 

[Woodys2718]

How bout some photos of the area?

 

[danieljw]

Yes, I will post some photos shortly. Please stand by

 

[danieljw]

Okay, here is a photo. I realize it may not look like much now, but I can see the situation getting worse from here.

 

[Woodys2718]

I wouldn't worry about it.

But, if you feel it shouldn't be frayed, stop by your dealer and see what they say.

Just my 2 cents.

 

[SayNoToPistons]

I wouldn't call that fray... Those are tiny waxed polyester threads and any maker with leather seat is prone to that.

 

[Kelly_A]

Had that same issue on my 350z. The pulls tend to feed on themselves, since exposed fibers pull more easily. Carefully use a lighter to melt back the loose fibers.

 

[danieljw]

Had that same issue on my 350z. The pulls tend to feed on themselves, since exposed fibers pull more easily. Carefully use a lighter to melt back the loose fibers.

What a great idea. Thanks!

 

[atitus]

Perhaps less risky than a lighter would be some soft wax. Rub it on the stitching and that should bind the threads together well enough without risking open flame.

 

[SayNoToPistons]

Beeswax for any thread used on leather. Can be bought at most craft stores.