I'll work my way up through the Acura ladder. No way is this normal wear and tear, unless Acura compares itself to a Yugo. I've never had this problem on any other car (or motorcycle) with leather seats at less than 10 years. FWIW, I do use Mother's leather cleaner and conditioner, and I have an office job, so the seat's don't get abused by dirt, rough clothing etc. The problem appears to be an extraordinarily thin (cheap?) leather surface.

Chuck
Medford, Oregon