DaveM1

Hello new guy here, been lurking for a while now and have a question I can't seem to find elsewhere.

I have an 07 Black LT1 with the special edition package like 20's, Bose, sunroof, DVD etc but with ebony cloth interior. I love the color combination with the black on black but can't stand the new fabric for the seats can you say "lint magnet". I was reading that there is a TSB out for a replacement fabric that GM will replace with is there any truth to this.

If so is there an option to upgrade to leather and what would be the price difference if anyone might know?

Thanks and great site with very informative info.

ZX1100F1

GM will not replace the fabric due to lint.
I keep a lint brush in my glove box and give the seats a few swipes when needed and it is not a big deal.
Look at the bright side; you won't have any embarrassing lint on your clothing when you arrive at work because it will all be stuck to your seat.

Rich2007Z71

From another forum on the subject - they said to check your VIN for eligilibity:

Subject Excessive Lint Accumulation on Cloth Seats (Replace Seat Covers) #07-08-50-018 - (08/28/2007)

Models: 2007-2008 Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe

2007-2008 GMC Sierra, Yukon, Yukon XL, Yukon Denali, Yukon Denali XL

with Cloth Seats (RPOs AE7, AZ3, A95)

Built Prior to August 1, 2007

Condition:
Some customers may comment on excessive lint accumulation on the cloth seat material. Darker colored seat fabric seems to show the condition more than lighter fabrics.

Cause:
The source of the lint accumulation is not the seat fabric material. The seat material, though, exhibits a tendency to accumulate and retain lint from sources that come into contact with the fabric.

Correction:
Replace the seat covers (back and cushion) with new covers that have been created with a revised fabric. Refer to SI for the appropriate seat back and cushion cover replacement procedures.

Parts Information
Important: These seat covers are ONLY for vehicles with an ebony interior.

Part Number
Description

25863790
Cushion - Driver (Pickups)

25863786
Cushion - Passenger (Pickups)

25863782
Seat Back - Front (Pickups)

25863656
Cushion - Driver (Utility)

25863508
Cushion - Passenger (Utility)

25863492
Seat Back - Front (Utility)

25863605
Cushion - Rear Seat 40%

25863601
Cushion - Rear Seat 60%

25863597
Seat Back - Rear 40%

25863593
Seat Back - Rear 60%


Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation
Description
Labor Time

C6870
Cover and/or Pad, Front Seat Cushion - Right -- R&R or Replace
Use Published Labor Operation Time

C6871
Cover and/or Pad, Front Seat Cushion - Left -- R&R or Replace

C7050
Cover and/or Pad, Front Seat Back Cushion - Right -- R&R or Replace

C7051
Cover and/or Pad, Front Seat Back Cushion - Left -- R&R or Replace

C7250
Cover and/or Pad, Rear or Row 1 Seat Cushion - Right -- R&R or Replace

C7251
Cover and/or Pad, Rear or Row 1 Seat Cushion - Left -- R&R or Replace

C7270
Cover and/or Pad, Rear or Row 1 Seat Back Cushion - Right -- R&R or Replace

C7271
Cover and/or Pad, Rear or Row 1 Seat Back Cushion - Left -- R&R or Replace


GM bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians, NOT a "do-it-yourselfer". They are written to inform these technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or to provide information that could assist in the proper service of a vehicle. Properly trained technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. If a condition is described, DO NOT assume that the bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle will have that condition. See your GM dealer for information on whether your vehicle may benefit from the information.
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DaveM1

ZX is there any validity to that bulletin? I just want to make sure this is a real bulletin before I go to the dealer, I don't want to waste my or the dealers time if there is no truth to this.

I will have to check my vin when I get back to the states in Dec to see if I qualify of course if this is true,currently deployed to Okinawa.

Thanks again

ZX1100F1

That bulletin is old and has been superceeded by the following TSB:

Document ID# 2023269
2007 Chevrolet Tahoe - 4WD [hr] [align=left]
Subject: Excessive Lint Accumulation on Cloth Seats (Parts Not Yet Available) #07-08-50-018A - (10/02/2007)[/align] [align=left] Models: 2007-2008 Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe[/align] [align=left]
2007-2008 GMC Sierra, Yukon, Yukon XL, Yukon Denali, Yukon Denali XL[/align] [align=left]
with Cloth Seats (RPOs AE7, AZ3, A95)[/align] [align=left]
Built Prior to August 1, 2007[/align]
[hr] This bulletin is being revised to advise dealers that the appropriate parts are not available at this time. This bulletin will be revised again when parts become available. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 07-08-50-018 (Section 08 - Body and Accessories). [hr] Condition Some customers may comment on excessive lint accumulation on the cloth seat material. Darker colored seat fabric seems to show the condition more than lighter fabrics. Cause The source of the lint accumulation is not the seat fabric material. The seat material, though, exhibits a tendency to accumulate and retain lint from sources that come into contact with the fabric. Correction The part numbers listed in the previous bulletin were incorrect. Please do not replace the seat covers at this time.

DaveM1

Great thanks. Does a TSB mean they have to fix it or does that only apply to recalls?

73shark

A TSB tells them what to do or not do re: a particular problem.

antiguru

a good source for aftermarket chevy seat covers is
http://www.shearcomfort.com/ I've used them before and they are easy to deal with.

falconetti

got a call from GM today, A FIX WILL BE OFFERED AT SOME POINT, once they figure it out. GM also sent me some 200.00 worth of any service offered at the dealership for the hassle.

call GM so they know you have a problem

SabrToothSqrl

sticky seats... thats funny...

shoulda got the leather