Jaguar XK8 owners have reported 4 seats related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common seats problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's front seat head restraint (1 problem). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's front seat recliner (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Front Seat Head Restraint problems | |
| Front Seat Recliner problems | |
| Mid/rear Seats Assembly problems | |
| Seats problems |
The 1/4" thick steel brackets that are welded to the driver's seat frame and have holes for the seat frame to be bolted to the floor of the car sheared off (I. E. Completely failed) while driving. Read details...
The 1/4" thick steel brackets that are welded to the driver's seat frame and have holes for the seat frame to be bolted to the floor of the car sheared off (I. E. Completely failed) while driving. Read details...
While driving at 45 mph drivers seat broke away from track putting me into the back seat causing temporary loss of control and running off side of road ripping front spoiler off car. Went into dealer who called Jaguar about problem. Mfg. Decline to pay for repairs stating car out of warranty. Read details...
While driving the vehicle the drivers seat suddenly began moving forward with the seat back leaning forward as well. This forced me up against the steering wheel almost crushing me. I tried to use the seat controls to stop the movement and return the seat to it's proper position but the swich Read details...