I've got an 03 and have wearing on the side bolsters, and someone told me I could get my seats replaced with a TSB.

But I've had my car over 2 years will they still honor that?

Also having occasional grinds in 3rd and 5th, god I hope it's not the tranny bug.. any imput? Going into the dealer tommorow ( freakin windows got stuck 1/2" down )

Thanks,
West.

 

I've never heard of a seat TSB, unless it's unsafe I doubt they'll replace your seats. Sounds like you do have the tranny bug but the bad thing is they have to be able to replicate it. So good luck! Good luck on the windows too.

 

I seen that TSB, and I'm also in the 2 year period on my 03, I'm interested in the same answers

 

I had the seat bolster TSB addressed just recently. It took forever for them to get the parts but they did do it under warranty. They do NOT replace the seats. They replace just the fabric on the driver's side seat bolsters...nothing more. Sure it looks better, but the *** of the seat is worn as well and that's not covered.

 

What about leather seats? The driver's seat looks like it's cracked, even though I condition the seat at least once a month.

 

The TSB is only for the cloth seats.

 

+1

 

Mine is starting look like its worn as well...

I try to condition it once every 2-3 weeks....

But still the seats look pretty ulgy

 

same here.

 

The TSB is only for the cloth and as stated, only the COVERS are replaced with a higher quality cloth. You retain the same seat.

Tell your dealer you want TSB: NTB03-063

Here is the text of the TSB from the service manual if you need it:

Classification:
Reference:
Date:
BT03-015
NTB03-063
June 25, 2003
2003 350Z; FRONT CLOTH SEAT BOLSTER WORN
APPLIED VEHICLES: 2003 350Z (Z33) Cloth, Manual,
Non-heated Seats ONLY
APPLIED VINS: Vehicles built before JN1AZ34D*3T115119
JN1AZ34E*3T017604
APPLIED DATE: All vehicles built before March 21, 2003
IF YOU CONFIRM:
The seat cloth bolster on a front seat is
worn as shown in Figure 1.
Worn
cloth.
Figure 1 - Driver’s seat shown
ACTIONS:
• Remove the worn seat from the vehicle.
• Remove the head restraint assembly from the seatback. Then remove the seatback
from the seat cushion.
• Replace the head restraint assembly, seatback cover, and seat cushion cover with the
correct ones from the PARTS INFORMATION section of this bulletin.
• Reinstall the seatback onto the seat cushion. Then reinstall the head restraint assembly
onto the seatback.
• Reinstall the seat into the vehicle.
IMPORTANT: The purpose of “ACTIONS” (above) is to give you a quick idea of the work
you will be performing. You MUST closely follow the entire Service Procedure (starting on
page 3) as it contains information that is essential to successfully completing this repair.
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PARTS INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER QUANTITY
RH Seatback Assy. FR Cover -without side air bag 87620-CD001 1
RH Seatback Assy. FR Cover -with side air bag 87620-CD006 1
RH Seat Cushion Assy. FR Cover 87320-CD001 1
LH Seatback Assy. FR Cover -without side air bag 87670-CD001 1
LH Seatback Assy. FR Cover -with side air bag 87670-CD006 1
LH Seat Cushion Assy. FR Cover 87370-CD001 1
FR Head Rest (Head Restraint) Assy. 86400-CD001 1
CLAIMS INFORMATION
If only the driver’s side (left) seat trim is replaced, submit a Primary Failed Part (PP)
line claim using the following claims coding:
DESCRIPTION PFP OP CODE SYM DIA FRT
RPL Left Seat Cushion Trim (1) VE26AA ZA 26 (2)
RPL Left Seat Back Trim VE27AA (2)
RPL All Head Rest Assys. VE48AA (2)
(1) Reference the PARTS INFORMATION table above and use the indicated “LH Seat
Cushion Assy. FR Cover” P/N as the PFP.
(2) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated FRT.
OR
If only the passenger’s side (right) seat trim is replaced, submit a Primary Failed Part
(PP) line claim using the following claims coding:
DESCRIPTION PFP OP CODE SYM DIA FRT
RPL Right Seat Cushion Trim (1) VE12AA ZA 26 (2)
RPL Right Seat Back Trim VE13AA (2)
RPL All Head Rest Assys. VE48AA (2)
(1) Reference the PARTS INFORMATION table above and use the indicated “RH Seat
Cushion Assy. FR Cover” P/N as the PFP.
(2) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated FRT.
OR
IF in those RARE cases where both sides (RH/LH) seat trim is replaced, submit a
Primary Failed Part (PP) line claim using the following claims coding:
DESCRIPTION PFP OP CODE SYM DIA FRT
RPL Left Seat Cushion Trim (1) VE26AA ZA 26 (2)
RPL Left Seat Back Trim VE27AA (2)
RPL Right Seat Cushion Trim VE12AA (2)
RPL Right Seat Back Trim VE13AA (2)
RPL All Head Rest Assys. VE48AA (2)
(1) Reference the PARTS INFORMATION table above and use the indicated “LH Seat
Cushion Assy. FR Cover” P/N as the PFP.
(2) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated FRT.
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SERVICE PROCEDURE
NOTE: Use suitable covers to protect upholstery, carpeting, etc. when performing this
Service Procedure.
Preliminary Steps:
NOTE:
• Steps 1 through 3 below only apply to
vehicles equipped with Front Side (SRS)
Air Bags.
• Vehicles equipped with Front Side (SRS)
Air Bags have the words “SRS Air Bag”
imprinted on the upper outside area of
the seatback (see Figure 2).
1. Write down all radio station presets.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Wait at least 3 minutes after the
negative battery cable is
disconnected before proceeding with
step 4 below.
“SRS
”Air Bag
Figure 2
4. Remove the worn seat from the vehicle. See the ESM, SEAT section REMOVAL AND
INSTALLATION.
5. Remove the head restraint assembly from the seatback.
6. Remove the seatback from the seat cushion.
7. Remove the seatback cover. See the ESM, Disassembly and Assembly section,
SEATBACK TRIM AND PAD.
8. Remove the seat cushion. See the ESM, Disassembly and Assembly section, SEAT
CUSHION TRIM AND PAD (MANUAL SEAT).
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Replace Seat Covers:
9. Replace the head restraint assembly, seatback cover, and seat cushion cover with the
correct ones from the PARTS INFORMATION section of this bulletin.
• When ordering the seatback cover, there are two possible seatback choices for the
seatback cover being replaced, either with or without side air bag (see Figure 2,
page 3).
• See the PARTS INFORMATION section for further detail.
• Refer to the ESM, Disassembly and Assembly section, SEATBACK TRIM AND
PAD and SEAT CUSHION TRIM AND PAD (MANUAL SEAT).
Reinstall and Check Seat Operation:
10. Reinstall the seat, making sure:
• All wire harnesses are correctly routed to prevent pinching and chaffing.
• The four seat mounting bolts are tightened to: 32 - 42 ft-lbs.
11. Reconnect the negative battery cable (if you disconnected it in step 2).
12. Reprogram the radio presets and reset the clock (if you disconnected the battery in
step 2).
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Is there a TSB for this that covers the 04? I have some wear / fraying on the drivers side bolster.

 

I didn't see one for the 04. Here's a handy link to bookmark:

http://www.nissanhelp.com/Bulletins/350Z/Year.htm

 

Too bad for those of us with leather seats. I'll try to post pictures once I get home.

 

Here is the seat.

 

For the price you pay,Nissan seems to have cheaped out on so many areas of this car.

 

Um, that is caused by the medical condition called "Fateus Azzeus".

j/k. That is premature wear for sure.

 

maximZ,

I think the correct terminology would be "El Cheapo Seato". haha. Well I guess it's held up ok for 30k miles.

 

Thats bad...

 

no i believe its Sooome Cheep Sheatttta.

Wow im glad i got black after all. No disrespect but that looks hideous.

 

Listen, I took in my 03 Z with burnt orange leather seats for premature wear on the seat bolsters, like the leather was rubbing off. Before I went in, I checked out some used Zs they had on the lot and they had it too!! THey re-upholstered my seats UNDER WARRANTY...premature wear. Those of you with leather issues can have it fixed depending on the dealer. Lets face it, a 2 or 3 year old car should not have worn out seats. They maybe should look like that after 10 years.