Creaking seat

[Punch]

My new Z has a problem with the seat making a noise, I barley noticed it before however I figured out how to make the sound when i move the right way on the seat. Id mostly hear it getting in, It seems a large guy might of sat in it and pop something, I mean its not terrible but its annoyed me since the 1st time I sat in it. Im hoping this may go away but its most likely a spring busted or something like that. Seems like a whiny thing to complain about, I don't even think Id take it in because the dealership I bought its from is over 2 hours away. Plus they might ruin more changing the seat, Ive had something similar happen with a new Infinity and it wasn't pretty. Not sure what to do but hope it settles in somehow.

 

[RobotAZ]

It’s constant in my car. I just turn the radio up and spray more lube on the horrible seatbelt contraption that constantly rattles. But yeah I hear the seat all day long. Another on the endless list of annoyances.

 

[Gerwulf918]

I have a creaky brake pedal sometimes, nothing with the seat though

 

[bpeckham]

My clutch sometimes creaks when I push it. I think my G37 had the same problem. If I recall correctly, it was a faulty bushing. I'll try to make a recording. My seat seems fine, but I also hear a creaking noise getting out of the car with the parking brake engaged (which is probably expected).

 

[Punch]

Thanks for the replies, everyone — I really appreciate it.


Unfortunately, this seat issue has gotten worse. It’s no longer just a small annoyance — it’s now a recurring noise that feels like it’s going to become a serious problem down the road.


Here’s the backstory:


When I picked up the car at the dealership, a very large guy brought it out and offered to help set up my Bluetooth before I left. I said sure. When he sat in the passenger seat, I was honestly shocked — the seat looked like it was going to fold in half like a beach chair. I was immediately annoyed. As someone who’s worked around cars, I feel like he should have known better than to drop full weight into a fresh seat like that. To be clear — I had no idea the seat would react that way when he got in.


Anyway, on my drive home I started hearing a faint creaking sound. I figured it might just settle in with time. But I also noticed that the passenger seat was visibly creased for a good 20 minutes after he got out. I got him out of that seat ASAP — he was barely in the car 3 minutes.


Now I’m hearing louder noises when I shift in the driver’s seat — and I can only imagine what this will sound like by 30,000 miles. I hate being “that guy” who complains about stuff like this, but I’m honestly pissed, especially because I know it wasn’t me who damaged the seat. This should have been caught or prevented by the dealership.


My Question:

I bought the car out of state, and I won’t be going back there — partly because it’s far, and partly because I don’t trust them not to retaliate if I show up with a complaint like this.


So I’m asking:
How difficult is it for a local Nissan dealer to replace the seat under warranty?
Is this a simple unbolt-and-swap job, or does it involve interior trim, airbags, sensors, etc.?


I really don’t know much about seat internals, but it sounds like something popped or cracked inside. If anyone has experience with seat replacements or warranty service on this — I’d really appreciate any advice before I decide whether to bring it in or live with it.


Thanks again for reading this far.

 

[ShearMe]

I doubt anything is broken, or that you could convince a dealership to replace the seat(s). Any Nissan is gonna have some squeaks and rattles

 

[5amp5on]

If you want to try a warranty claim then you just take it in to any dealership and register the complaint and have them check it for defects. If you tell them a big guy broke it, then it will not be covered under warranty because it's not a defect, it's a big guy breaking it.

 

[Punch]

Thanks for the insight sir. I appreciate it!

 

[Punch]

This is an update/ PSA.
Took the car to Nissan service, they were not happy about writing up a "creaking seat" but they checked it anyway and they found the seat frame/ spring WAS busted. They replaced it after about a month of waiting for parts etc. They damaged the door leather somehow which im not surprised to see, i just hope this is all the damage. Anyway, The tech agreed with me. These seats are not made for heavy people. Fair warning to all.

 

[RobotAZ]

The back vinyl runs on the plastic behind the seat and causes noise. Move the seat up to stop it.

 

[Punch]

Robot AZ, this is a tricky repair, The chair will never be a like yours, or a new one again. but Id say the issue seems 80 percent better. This is why im not big on after market stuff, I really dont want anyone working on my car unless necessary. Lots of times they break stuff while installing. Keep any Xtra large people out your seats!

 

[RobotAZ]

Robot AZ, this is a tricky repair, The chair will never be a like yours, or a new one again. but Id say the issue seems 80 percent better. This is why im not big on after market stuff, I really dont want anyone working on my car unless necessary. Lots of times they break stuff while installing. Keep any Xtra large people out your seats!

I mean move the seat up or put something behind it. I have not heard other creaking sounds beyond the vinyl rubbing the interior plastic behind the seat. Even a towel would work if that’s where the noise is coming from. I’ve just been too lazy to look into it. Good luck.