Center Console Trim

[ExpoXLT2010]

Hey guys did a quick search and didn’t see anything.

I’ve seen on Facebook groups but seeing if anyone has experience personally with it.

We just picked up our King Ranch, and noticed around the center console the “chrome” is bubbling and coming off, has anybody dealt with this what did you do?

Or did you take it and have it warranted?

 

[Fizzy]

My understanding is that the warranty doesn't cover it. I'd love to be proven wrong though.

Ours is bubbling just in this part:



Edit: Just checked the Ford PremiumCare ESP booklet. Explicitly states the following:

The Ford Protect PremiumCARE extended service plan is so comprehensive, it’s easier to refer you to what isn’t covered – here are some examples: Other Components and Repairs – Fabric, liners, fasteners, carpets, dash pad, wiper blades, knobs, trim, upholstery, physical damage or cosmetic issues

 

[ExpoXLT2010]

Yep, that’s a little ridiculous luckily we still have our factory warranty. I’d imagine the bumper to bumper warranty for cover it.

If not, I’ll probably take it off and just repaint or have someone wrap it.

 

[Fizzy]

Yep, that’s a little ridiculous luckily we still have our factory warranty. I’d imagine the bumper to bumper warranty for cover it.

If not, I’ll probably take it off and just repaint or have someone wrap it.

If you're in the first year, there's a pretty good chance it's covered, so long as you're still within the mileage limitations.

 

[sbuchanan813]

Hey guys did a quick search and didn’t see anything.

I’ve seen on Facebook groups but seeing if anyone has experience personally with it.

We just picked up our King Ranch, and noticed around the center console the “chrome” is bubbling and coming off, has anybody dealt with this what did you do?

Or did you take it and have it warranted?

Hey, my 23 limited is at the dealer having this replaced under warranty right now. Almost looks it was shrink wrapped. Didn’t notice at first but now it’s an eye sore and makes the nice interior look cheap. Hopefully it doesn’t happen again but I live in Florida and the vehicle is parked outside so the hot summers probably have something to do with it. Currently at the dealer for that, the driver side front seat motor, and the hatch motor all needing replacement .

 

[ExpoXLT2010]

Hey, my 23 limited is at the dealer having this replaced under warranty right now. Almost looks it was shrink wrapped. Didn’t notice at first but now it’s an eye sore and makes the nice interior look cheap. Hopefully it doesn’t happen again but I live in Florida and the vehicle is parked outside so the hot summers probably have something to do with it. Currently at the dealer for that, the driver side front seat motor, and the hatch motor all needing replacement .

Geez that’s a list!

We live in Texas so same boat as far as heat but going to try and clear out enough garage room and keep it garage kept when not being driven.

 

[NevadaGeo]

So ExpoXLT2010, you bought a new '24 King Ranch and the fake chrome on the console is peeling off? A new vehicle? Definitely take back to dealer and demand they fix it. Dealership should have noticed it and fixed it prior to selling. So should have you!

 

[ExpoXLT2010]

So ExpoXLT2010, you bought a new '24 King Ranch and the fake chrome on the console is peeling off? A new vehicle? Definitely take back to dealer and demand they fix it. Dealership should have noticed it and fixed it prior to selling. So should have you!

Sorry not brand new, it had 12,500k miles but when I had picked it up it was night so didn’t notice it till day after and dealership I bought it from was 2hrs away.

 

[DieselMonk]

Certain hand sanitizers and Jig-a-loo lubricant will do just that. It takes the paint off the plastic on Fords.

 

[NevadaGeo]

Certain hand sanitizers and Jig-a-loo lubricant will do just that. It takes the paint off the plastic on Fords.

Very true. I have seen this many times with interior finishes.

 

[JonB395]

My 2019 Expedtion XLT chrome bubbled and then broke off with wear. I didn’t have coverage anymore and decided not to replace the console at the cost they were asking. I ended up wrapping it with vinyl off Amazon for $21.