2005 with cracking seat surface
 

I have a 2005 A4 1.8T with leather( ? ) seats, the driver's seat showing cracks on the surface of the left side support, at a close look it doesn't look like leather, the cracks appear may be because of rubbing while getting in and out of the car, my car is still under warranty till Nov.2008, I wonder is it happen to other A4, can it be repair or it is cover by warranty?!! Please, can anybody tell me about this matter. What is the best way!!

Re: 2005 with cracking seat surface
 

it should be under warranty, they are covers anyways, happened to my friend's 06 a3

Re: 2005 with cracking seat surface
 

Thanks Evilgabbie,
I will try to bring it back to the dealer.
Other people, please advise as well!!

Re: 2005 with cracking seat surface
 

The sides of the seats are actually leatherette and not full leather as far as I remember. The plastic seat moulding is probably cutting into the seat as you sit in it.

I know a few people who have had success getting it covered by warranty, just check with the dealer and i'm sure it'll help i fyou've had some work done there.

Re: 2005 with cracking seat surface
 

If it is under warranty ( I hope, beacuse my A4 is a used car with balance of warranty till Nov.08 ) what the dealer will do with it? Are they going to patch it up, repair it or change the surface, any idea?

Re: 2005 with cracking seat surface
 

Cant answer your questions without being the dealer. If audi covers it you should befine best bet is go to the dealer and get them to fix it if its in warranty

Re: 2005 with cracking seat surface
 

I hope my 2005 A4 is completelt genuine leather - not leatherette ! How do you tell it is the real stuff!?

Re: 2005 with cracking seat surface
 

Generally, make sure you guys are caring properly for your seats! Use a leather cleaner occassionally and a leather moisturizer every few months to avoid drying out and cracking. This was the recommendation of my detailer. keeps the seats nice and supple too.