EVRose

If it was done right and they didn't do it by removing the windshield then they pulled the entire dashboard out of the car. I'd much rather have my windshield removed and replaced than the dashboard and it would be cheaper than $500. If you're satisfied that's all that matters.

User Omega

You would have thought that Chrysler learned this lesson for them all when practically every single head liner was sagging in the 98-03 cars.

Then again... **If it lays flat, it can't sag.. Right??

itomh

This issue has been documented on the C6 3LZ Vettes also.

psp6158

I'm not quite sure what you mean, I got a brand new dash, over $2000.00, old one removed, new one put in, 2 days of labor, and the windshield was not taken out. So yes, I'm happy and satisfied considering the majority got no help from Chevrolet.

Richard F

When I bought my 2009 used off the lot, it had the dash problem that you have. Part of the deal was to fix it to my satisfaction. They tried to glue it down, but that didnt really work too well and wouldn't guarentee anything. They ended up putting in a new dash for customer satisfaction thru GM. Would not warranty the new dash. Claim that the glue that they are using in the dash has changed thru the years and is not as effective for some reason.

TxLefty

None of those nasty seat belts to get tangled up either. I think they had started padding the dashes by the time my dad got his 64.

CSixDude

I think one of the problems that makes re-glueing problematic, is that applying new glue to a surface that already has had another adhesive used on it prevents the new glue from bonding to the surface material, so it ends up failing again. To do it right, you'd probably have to find some way to remove all the old glue residue first, which may be nearly impossible to do given the types of surfaces involved.

I've wondered if a better solution might be to drill a few holes in the forward edge and install some black plastic Christmas tree rivets to hold it down, along with re-glueing it.

phileaglesfan

Also the top rattle/squeak problem seemed to hang around also.

buckmeister2

The only response I would have is, "Why did you go to the dealer?" There is not a single person on the staff there who has ever designed, made, or installed an interior.

Someone who specializes in automotive interiors will likely do the job for a little less, and give you warranty.

Good luck. I hope you find a solution to this common problem.

cb1980

it is sadly an issue that runs across the board with pretty much any vehicle that has a leather dash, poor adhesive, heat, humidity all play a factor. I have seen dashes in another brand of vehicle peel almost all the way loose and it was a low mileage, garage kept vehicle.
If you are keeping the car and GM won't help, I would look for an automotive interior shop that will use the proper glue and have the dash redone, if they pull the dash it will likely get very expensive, pulling the windshield is a cheaper and easier option if the shop is willing to do it and if the windshield doesn't break.

ge1040

The dealer just pulled the dash and they sent it to an upholstery shop who did a half *** job and wants to get paid for repairing it. No one takes any pride in their work anymore.

Turbo6TA

After reading all these posts in this thread, I have come to the conclusion that there is really maybe only one [permanent fix] for this problem:

Replace the 4LT dash with a 1LT, 2LT or 3LT dash.

Anyone agree ?

psp6158

There are some "3" packages that are the leather depending on year, mine is a 2008 3LZ which was the highest option package then.

Turbo6TA

I guess I would have been safe saying ... Replace with a 1LT or 2LT dash

(I was thinking of the 2010 - 2013 cars)

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AORoads

That's partially accurate. You know the custom and hot rods get their entire interiors done. Still. The workmanship can, and usually is outstanding unless the biz wants to go out of biz real fast. If it were me, and since there is no warranty from the car maker/dealer, I'd go look for rod and custom clubs, ask them who does excellent work and go from there.

And no, I wouldn't just immediately take the first recommendation; I'd go find out more about the shop, the work that's already been done, etc. Trust but verify is the operative phrase. If you don't have time or inclination to do that, you will suffer whatever happens (good or bad) as a result.

You can also try Corvette clubs in your area for those who have older generations that need/have had restorations. But some/most of the work done on earlier-gen interiors isn't truly custom; it's adding already-made seat covers, panels, carpets, etc.

Good luck.

mcandrew67

That's the same dash as the 4LT though, so same issue

buckmeister2

I understand what you are saying, and partially agree with it. What you are missing is, by going to the dealer, you have zero recourse. If you had gone straight to a reputable upholstery shop, they would not do a "half ***" job, because they are working for YOU, not the dealer. They know the dealer doesn't give a rat's butt about your out-of-warranty car. They also know the dealer will be on the hook for any problems, not them.

It is important to deal directly with people who are most experienced with doing repairs of the type you need. Sadly, some shop personnel at a Chevy dealership will spend a 1/2 hour looking for the dipstick to measure the trans fluid in an A6 because they don't know there isn't a dipstick. That is no joke...and that is not the person I want working on my car.

popeyez

My 2009 C6 4LT had the same leather dash shrink problem as described and will probably take to a good interior shop for the solution. Do appreciate all the input on this issue.

zero11

So what do you think Chevy or whoever is using for glue on the C7’s? There sure are a lot of leather wrapped dashes and a huge amount of C7 ZO6’s out there. Plenty of them in my area, haven’t heard of any problems as of yet.

lovinmyls1

Read it here on Corvette Forum in a thread concerning this same issue. It was offered by another member and if not accurate, I stand corrected.