[AdnanH35]

I just happened to notice this today getting into the car. Our seatbelts destroy the leather on the seats/ trim over time. This will look awful in a few years 🙄

For reference: I have a 2023 model, about to hit 30k miles

[BroDoze]

You need Colourlock mild cleaner and Colourlock Protector.

Thank me later.

[JABCAT]

I've got 11k mi on mine and not a mark on the seats.

[fanofbmwe46]

OP what’s your height and weight? I wonder if this is due to having the seat close up? Maybe a larger person would have seat further back and chest would push belt forward, thus preventing lots of contact of belt and seat.

[M_Power Rob]

Originally Posted by fanofbmwe46

OP what’s your height and weight? I wonder if this is due to having the seat close up? Maybe a larger person would have seat further back and chest would push belt forward, thus preventing lots of contact of belt and seat.

I have a feeling it's from pulling the belt to actually buckle up.

[Digitalprty]

Originally Posted by fanofbmwe46

OP what’s your height and weight? I wonder if this is due to having the seat close up? Maybe a larger person would have seat further back and chest would push belt forward, thus preventing lots of contact of belt and seat.

Agreed. I checked mine yesterday while driving. I have 2-3 inches of clearance while driving. I’m 6’1”

[motorknut]

Originally Posted by AdnanH35

I just happened to notice this today getting into the car. Our seatbelts destroy the leather on the seats/ trim over time. This will look awful in a few years 🙄

For reference: I have a 2023 model, about to hit 30k miles

i try not to let the seat belt rub against the seat leather when i put on and remove the belt. that said, I also use leathermaster leather protectant on the seats , with extra coats on high wear panels like the one you pointed out.

i think there are other leather coating products you could try too.

[JABCAT]

I checked mine this morning & the belt doesn't come anywhere close to the seat when I'm putting it on/ taking it off or while driving.

[ajchoi]

Originally Posted by JABCAT

I checked mine this morning & the belt doesn't come anywhere close to the seat when I'm putting it on/ taking it off or while driving.

Same. I’m curious what the height of this person is because I’m 5’8” and the belt never touches that area

[AdnanH35]

Originally Posted by ajchoi

Same. I’m curious what the height of this person is because I’m 5’8” and the belt never touches that area

I’m 5’8 as well. I think it comes down to driving position of the seat, I can get it to not touch if I recline the seat back

[two_three_two]

if you are worried about it long term and plan on keeping the car, snag some brand new seat covers and keep them stored until needed. seat covers are ultimately a wear and tear item on most vehicles.

[motorknut]

Originally Posted by AdnanH35

I’m 5’8 as well. I think it comes down to driving position of the seat, I can get it to not touch if I recline the seat back

thanks to your warning, i ordered some soft material seat belt shoulder pads and slide it up against the affected leather section.

Hope you find a good leather touch up service to take care of it for you.