Plastic trim damage from releasing seatbelt

jmqb1 · Oct 20, 2024

I somehow just noticed the plastic trim near my seat belt buckle is pretty beat up. I believe i have been releasing the buckle and letting it whack it causing these scuffs.

EOD Guy · Oct 20, 2024

I used the "Chemical Guy's" stuff and it covered up some pretty hefty scuffs and scratches I acquired.......

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After a week trip I got some ruffing up on the interior panels (my fault) Someone on this forum said the Chemical Guy's "Vinyl Rubber Plastic" was a good product vs Armor All, so I bought some............. all I can say is wow! They were correct! (edit) Raw carbon fiber is not a good...

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jmqb1 · Oct 20, 2024

EOD Guy said:
I used the "Chemical Guy's" stuff and it covered up some pretty hefty scuffs and scratches I acquired.......

Chemical Guys Product VRP (Good Stuff)

After a week trip I got some ruffing up on the interior panels (my fault) Someone on this forum said the Chemical Guy's "Vinyl Rubber Plastic" was a good product vs Armor All, so I bought some............. all I can say is wow! They were correct! (edit) Raw carbon fiber is not a good...

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Thanks I'll pick some that up and give it a shot. Like a robot even after this post I literally did it again and was like yup that's me still launching it.

EOD Guy · Oct 20, 2024

jmqb1 said:
Thanks I'll pick some that up and give it a shot. Like a robot even after this post I literally did it again and was like yup that's me still launching it.

You might consider putting some self-adhesive Velcro (non-hook part) as a cushion.

jayce · Oct 20, 2024

Duct tape is also useful to protect plastic areas subject to scuffing. I’m going to check the seatbelt area now. Thanks for the heads up!

Mudcobra · Oct 20, 2024

jmqb1 said:
I somehow just noticed the plastic trim near my seat belt buckle is pretty beat up. I believe i have been releasing the buckle and letting it whack it causing these scuffs.

Now I have to check too

Mudcobra · Oct 20, 2024

Mudcobra said:
Now I have to check too

Yeah, I have them too. Stickerfab has some vinyl covers for that spot but I don’t know if those stay on for good or not.

EOD Guy · Oct 20, 2024

So "THE Best" thing would be Gaffer's tape! It's like duck tape but is 50 times as strong, as it's cloth based (I think) comes in black and will stick to anything!

LC newbie · Jan 12, 2025

same as me. I just got my car 2 days ago and it has scratched by seat belt at the same position and one of them is real deep. do not know if it can be removed or if I can buy this part from Toyota to replace it

dog · Jan 29, 2025

Interested in this as well. I keep forgetting to check mine but I assume it will get there eventually.

pickax · Jan 30, 2025

Mudcobra said:
Yeah, I have them too. Stickerfab has some vinyl covers for that spot but I don’t know if those stay on for good or not.

The stickerfab ones are what I went for because of the custom fit. On sale right now too.
( 3D Carbon Seatbelt Panel Protection - 2024+ Land Cruiser )
I can also recommend their overlays for the obnoxious visor airbag labels

dog · Feb 5, 2025

I finally remembered to check mine and I have no issues yet. I did come across that video that might be worth trying for OP and others with this issue:

Area 51 · Feb 6, 2025

What issue.
Normal wear and tear and really very cosmetic.
Worry yourselves to death over nothing.

Hiker42 · Feb 6, 2025

I used a heat gun to lessen the appearance of my scratches. If you try this approach, use low heat and take your time.

After taking care of the scratches, I applied some adhesive backed felt to protect against future wear.

dog · Feb 12, 2025

From the Lexus forum:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DG59TK4Z?tag=landcruiserforum-20

Silicone covers for the seat belt to prevent scratching.

OEM Goodies for GX550

The link goes to the bear ones, do you have the link for the bigger ones? This was the same link for both. They don't seem to carry the big ones anymore for now. I just received those and while they fit OK for the front, the rear ones make the metal part of the buckle sticking up and rubbing on...

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