socalpunX,

I have had the same problem with mine ripping too! I noticed mine about a year and a half after I got it. I had it replaced, under warranty, a few months ago. I think it is beginning to rip again. The padding on the right side digs into my lower back. I drive with the "guinea drape" and lean on the center armrest all the time. The repair job is warrantied for 12,000 miles or one year. At my next oil change I might mention it to the dealership again. But probably won't since the tried to f*ck me the last time (they tried to repair the tear with duct tape until I walked outside and saw what the mechanic was doing. I then called him over to say WTF are doing. He tells me they "told" him to fix it this way. After my "discussion" with the Service Manager, she tells me they will replace it with a new cushion.)

I have looked at XStatic Recaro's, but they are out of my price range right now.

PS: Do you have pictures of your seats?
Stone