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      05-31-2020, 05:03 AM   #1
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Steering wheel leather distorting near the seams

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It's beginning to happen in several locations. The car isn't even a year old.

Normal wear? Anyone else have this problem? Think BMW would replace?
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      05-31-2020, 07:00 AM   #2
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Have you been using anything on it or your hands more often? Hand sanitizer for example? It dries out the leather very quickly. Have you tried a good leather cleaner and conditioner?
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Have you been using anything on it or your hands more often? Hand sanitizer for example? It dries out the leather very quickly. Have you tried a good leather cleaner and conditioner?
I do use hand sanitizer but I don't touch that part of the steering wheel and I always let my hands dry before touching it. Not sure if a leather conditioner would help or if dryness is the problem. Looks more like it's losing its form.
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Have you been using anything on it or your hands more often? Hand sanitizer for example? It dries out the leather very quickly. Have you tried a good leather cleaner and conditioner?
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Distorting or shiny spots?
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Distorting or shiny spots?
It's like the leather is folding
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If that's the worst it gets, I don't think that's abnormal. If you have a good relationship with your local dealership, you can try getting it replaced. But they'd likely only do it was a goodwill gesture, not because they explicitly approve a warranty repair. Maybe it looks worse person, but leather is never perfect, especially on BMWs.
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If that's the worst it gets, I don't think that's abnormal. If you have a good relationship with your local dealership, you can try getting it replaced. But they'd likely only do it was a goodwill gesture, not because they explicitly approve a warranty repair. Maybe it looks worse person, but leather is never perfect, especially on BMWs.
Dealer agreed to repair and replace and that it wasn't normal. Issues like this get worse over time. I am Very happy with the service provided at Momentum BMW. Much better than Bmw of woodlands. Will keep you updated.
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Must be nice. My X5 steering wheel looks awful. But I'm being told it's "normal wear and tear".
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Must be nice. My X5 steering wheel looks awful. But I'm being told it's "normal wear and tear".
Not really. They looked it over and would not approve a replacement. No action taken.
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Distorting or shiny spots?
This ...im experienceing shiny spots. like sparkles. Not sure why
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