Suspension Related Problems of the 1999 Jaguar XK8

Table 1 shows two common suspension related problems of the 1999 Jaguar XK8.

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Jaguar XK8

Problem Category Number of Problems
Front Suspension Lower Control Arm problems
1
Front Suspension Control Arm problems
1

Front Suspension Lower Control Arm problem #1

Consumer states: brought in vehicle due to defective convertible top. Found out the lower control arms brackets that are connected to the frame were breaking. They were attached to the frame and were coming loose. Mechanic told consumer to stop driving vehicle right away. The front two tires tread was worn. This vehicle only had 18,000 miles.

Front Suspension Control Arm problem #2

The right and left control arms were found to be defective after consumer noticed the two right front tires were wearing out. Manufacturer offered no assistance.


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