Lear achieves 7 top-4 finishes in J.D. Power Seat Quality and Satisfaction Study.

Lear Corporation achieved seven top-four finishes in the J.D. Power 2025 U.S. Seat Quality and Satisfaction Study, more than any other seating competitor for the third consecutive year. Lear swept the top three spots in the Mass Market Truck/Van category and earned the best in-segment score in the Small/Compact SUV category. Lear also secured three top-four finishes across two Premium segments.

Lear Corporation (NYSE: LEA), a global leader in automotive seating and E-Systems technology, has once again demonstrated its excellence in seat quality and customer satisfaction. According to the J.D. Power 2025 U.S. Seat Quality and Satisfaction Study, Lear secured seven top-four finishes, more than any other seating competitor for the third consecutive year [1].

Lear's achievements in the study include sweeping the top three spots in the Mass Market Truck/Van category with the GMC Canyon, Hyundai Santa Cruz, and Chevrolet Silverado HD. The GMC Canyon, in particular, earned the highest score of 4.0 in this category, indicating the fewest problems and highest satisfaction among owners [2].

In the Small/Compact SUV category, Lear achieved the best in-segment score with the Ford Bronco Sport. Additionally, Lear secured three top-four finishes across two Premium segments, including the Porsche 911, Porsche Taycan, and Jaguar F-Pace.

Ray Scott, Lear's President and CEO, attributed the company's success to its continuous investment in advanced innovations and operational excellence. "At Lear, we continually invest in advanced innovations and operational excellence," Scott said. "We are proud to earn top ratings from the drivers and passengers who enjoy the technology, design, and comfort our high-quality seats deliver."

The 2025 U.S. Seat Quality and Satisfaction Study is based on responses from 92,694 vehicle purchasers and lessees of new 2025 model-year vehicles who were surveyed after 90 days of ownership. The study was fielded from June 2024 through May 2025 [1].

Lear Corporation's strong performance in the study underscores its commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability. The company's ability to consistently deliver high-quality seats is likely to be appealing to investors and financial professionals seeking stable and reliable returns in the automotive sector.

References:
[1] https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/lear-earns-seven-top-finishes-in-jd-power-seat-quality-and-satisfaction-study-leading-all-automotive-suppliers-302535401.html
[2] https://gmauthority.com/blog/2025/08/gmc-canyon-has-great-seats-according-to-study/