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Hi @lori_c Thank you for posting. I am one of those that posted that I am feeling pain from the seat so thank you for sharing! Do you feel that you feel anymore pain or discomfort at all? Anymore adjustments that you would ask the upholstery company to make? Do you know if they made any incisions to the seat or did they take it from the bottom to the top? This is something I would definitely consider doing for myself. Please let me know. Thanks!
It's not perfect but it is 100% better for me. I do not feel the need for more adjustments as I don't think it's going to get a lot better without actually changing the seat. It's flatter now and the seat bolsters do not pinch my legs. They took off the seat bottom cover and added better foam at the back and shaved a little off at the front, under the thigh.
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@lori_c I completely agree that the bolstering is a huge issue. I am not sure why they used such hard foam but it would definitely make it 10x better if it was flat and without bolstering. Who is the upholstery company you used and location?
 

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@lori_c I completely agree that the bolstering is a huge issue. I am not sure why they used such hard foam but it would definitely make it 10x better if it was flat and without bolstering. Who is the upholstery company you used and location?
I used Tritex Corporation in Columbus.
 

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Like many here, the driver seat was very uncomfortable for me. I couldn't drive it longer than about 30 minutes before I got very uncomfortable. It cut into the back of my thigh, pinched at the hips were the bolster ended, and it was angled too far up in the front. I tried several solutions including different cushions and jacking up the back. Raising the rear up did the best and was a good temporary solution but I wanted the seat to be installed the way it came from the factory. I'm sure adding washers and the proper length bolts were fine but it still wasn't as good long term because the bolster still pinched and I removed the washers before my appointment. Also, the back of the seat cushion, closer to the seat back, was starting to allow the feeling of the wires in the seat to be noticed just placing my hand on the seat cover.
I took the truck to an auto upholsterer and described my problem. They added foam to the back of the seat, closer to the seat back, to make it a little thicker and "flatten" the harsh tilt. They also shaved off some of the side bolsters, about the front 3", and shaved a little under the thighs. That allowed the seat to feel a little longer under the upper leg.
All in all, I am much more comfortable. The seat feels bigger, flatter, and padded. The seat is back to being bolted in the original way and I'm so so so much happier with my truck. It cost me about $300.
This might be a solution for someone.
Thanks for this and the pics. When I had test drove the Maverick I noticed the seats seemed less comfortable than my vehicle at the time, however just thought it was a matter of break in etc. But in a very short time I am already noticing that this might be something that really bothers me. For me the bottom cushion needs to be about 1-2 inches longer. I typically have my seat height adjusted lower, but it seems that seems to be part of the issue as it causes an odd angle. It's a little better when I raise the seat but still not great.
 

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@lori_c I completely agree that the bolstering is a huge issue. I am not sure why they used such hard foam but it would definitely make it 10x better if it was flat and without bolstering. Who is the upholstery company you used and location?
Hello, I am another in pain from a 2022 Ford Maverick seat. If Ford provided a seat with an adjustment that simply tilted the seat bottom forward, it would have corrected most of the issue. I sat in a Ford Ranger lately and the seat foam has a lot more give to it. The only thing I'm concerned about is voiding a warranty as car companies look for reasons to deny future repairs. The seat has air bags in it. I like my truck but I can't get comfortable in it. I need to find a reputable shop to alter my seat bottom and I care less and less about the warranty. Buying something else is almost a no go for me. Everything is so expensive. I too would like to have the name of the upholstery company you used. Thank you, Kent
 

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2024 gprd maverick lariat owner here. Seat is causing excruciating upper back and neck pain. Find that my shoulders are constantly pushed forward and unable to relax. Also, can't sit deep in the seat. Any suggestions?
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