I finally found the time to open the box and assemble the chair. Unfortunately mine also suffers from the broken reclining cover but even more disappointing is the black base instead of the aluminum one as advertised. I submitted a ticket for the cover but what are my options for the incorrect base? I expected the chair as advertised not a bait and switch.
zman442Update - I received the replacement cover AND the correct base about a month later which was a very unexpected surprise. Very happy with the purchase!