Corvette V8-5.7L VIN G (1997)
Seat Cover: Customer Interest
Seat Back - Premature Leather Cover Wear
File In Section: O8 - Body and Accessories
Bulletin No.: 99-08-50-010
Date: July, 1999
TECHNICAL
Subject:
Premature Wear of Leather Material on Bucket Seatback Bolster
(Replace Seatback Cover)
Models:
1997-99 Chevrolet Corvette Built Prior to VIN Breakpoint X5116322
Condition
Some customers may comment that there appears to be premature wear of the leather material on the driver's or passenger bucket seatback in the bolster
area.
Correction
Replace the seatback leather cover with a new cover that has additional felt added to the backside of the leather to increase durability. Also, the leather
material in the bolster area has been changed to a more durable vinyl material. For information on replacing the seatback cover, see Service Manual
Update Bulletin # 99-08-60-002.
