Failed launch, impossible delivery dates, recalls, and lukewarm reception by the buying public. Am I missing something for a “direct reason” why? Earlier this month, Ford Authority reported that a Ford Bronco refresh was scheduled for the 2025... — read more
Ford F-150 Discount Offers Special Financing Plus $1,000 Off In October 2021
All other car/truck companies are selling near list and many not honoring employee discounts. We have to drop the price to get our summer stored 2021 vehicles off the lots while other companies launch 2022. Aren't we special.
and what are the big plans for employees?
Some of the company's big plans are: 40% electric car sales by 2030 invest $11.4 billion in new facilities to produce EV and batteries What worries me the most is that we hear the least about company's plans on how to improve the workplace... — read more
Improvement should be felt
I thought the atmosphere in the company would improve as revenues recovered from the heavy fall due to the pandemic, but I did not feel any significant improvements. I would say that everything is the same, if not worse, than at the worst moment of... — read more
Recall of the Week x2
Embarrassed to be part of the Ford debacle. Using customers to discover defects is unconscionable. That’s Ford! Ford Motor Company is recalling select 2020-2021 Ford Ranger SuperCab models due to a safety issue with the fixed rear head... — read more
Ford EV Charging “Angels”
Who writes this embarrassing dribble? Ford Mach-E hasn’t celebrated its first year in the hands of customers after launch delays and parking for defective chargers. Does 1 year make a plug old? Can’t charge, can’t drive, can’t do at anything less... — read more
F-150 Customers: no extra charge for rust on your new truck!
We don’t treat customers very well. No money to fix hot rot inventory after never ending warranty costs. From Cars.com: Like many 2021 Ford F-150 owners, we discovered our brand-new pickup truck had significant amounts of rust on its underbody... — read more
Ford’s “incubator”
Has anyone else noticed that while General Motors is announcing their software platform and their expectation for it to generate tens of billions in revenue, while our FordX business incubator lists their current “accomplishments” as Jelly and Find... — read more
Recall of the week
When is management accountable for the horrendous quality and failed launch performance. Why would anyone buy a Ford? From Ford Authority: Ford Motor Company is recalling select 2021 Ford Bronco models due to a safety issue with the passenger side... — read more
Implications of numerous recalls?
I love my job but every time I hear recall, I wish I wasn’t in this company. They at the top don’t seem to recognize how great an impact a recall can have on Ford’s reputation?
Will Ford be firing employees who refuse to answer the Vaccine status questions and take the vaccine?
Alot of people at Ford are talking about this, afraid for their job if they dont give up personal medical information and personal moral choices. What is everyone thinking on this? Especially since UAW are exempt from this?
Does anyone believe Ford have the right leadership?
From the Detroit Free Press article on hedge fund Engine No. One investing in General Motors: “The company’s early lead on battery technology, along with Mary Barra and the board’s leadership, creates tremendous advantages," James said in the... — read more
Fusion Transmission Class Action
From Ford Authority: Another case of engineered for coat savings bites us again. Quality counts with customers. A new Ford Fusion transmission class-action lawsuit – Gant, et al., v. Ford Motor Company – has been filed in the U.S. District Court... — read more
Our customer base is shrinking
How many people do you know who are trading in their Ford for something new, usually foreign? I see it happening more and more. If this continues to happen, it could turn out really bad for a lot of us. I really hope the leadership straightens out... — read more
Recall expands, Ford is hemorrhaging on warranty costs
Like a fine Swiss watch all Ford customers can expect their vehicle to be recalled. Now over a million vehicles. Just wrong and no one in management or purchasing is ever accountable. So sad. The fifth generation of the Ford family are due to... — read more
What strange interaction have you had with calling or chatting with Ford IT Connect
Simple issues they do well with. Anything off the script and you will spend an hour on the phone or chat line and still not have an answer.
Wow - Keep an eye on this $4M case! FORD - when will you learn?
https://blog.counselfinancial.com/trial-begins-in-4m-ford-discrimination-case Notice - "three others advised the court they had reached settlement agreements with Ford"
New Class Action due to poor quality
From Ford Authority. The better the engineering the less Ford has to rely on luck. 700,000 vehicles, priceless. Ford hasn’t had the best luck with rear cameras in recent years, as it has been forced to issue recalls for over 700,000 Blue Oval and... — read more
Recall of the Week v 2.0
Here is another proud moment for our Ford team. Changing the cadence to more that one recall per week. Tragically sad. All of the recalls will have to have an impact on financial performance. How will we fund our EV/battery/non-union production... — read more
Anybody know approx timeframe when VSSP results will be out?
People had until the first week of Sept to decide and those that took it will have to leave the company by the end of Oct. I assume they should be announcing the outcome of the campaign and how many people have (or will) be forced out very... — read more
Ford Recall of the Week
Not new vehicles but our streak continues. Sadly, not fixed with previous campaigns. Third time a charm. Ford proud! Ford Motor Company is recalling select 2011-2013 Ford Explorer models due to a defective cross-axis ball jo--t (CABJ) replacement... — read more
Ford is glad the US does not have a big moose population
Might hurt sales in Europe and the North East and North West (unless handling means something to all Ford drivers). https://fordauthority.com/2021/09/2021-ford-mustang-mach-e-fails-the-moose-test-spectacularly-video/
Ford: Do the Right Thing on Death Wobble
Ford denying any responsibility for Death Wobble on premium F-150's. ... — read more
Ford Employee's lawyering up!!
You think people are not buying FORD now.......Lol Wait.
Ford family member named head of global brand merchandising (Detroit news headline)
Thanks Dad! Good thing I never have to worry about downsizing or earning promotions. Nepotism is awesome! Love, Alex.
Free speech NOT allowed on the @FordOnline home page - what are they afraid of?
Ford joins Facebook, YouTube and the sold out media in removing the right to free speech. If this doesn't make your blood boil you need to check your pulse!
Ford Motor Saved: Clothing Deal to the rescue!
Detroit Free Press: From our newest Board Member. In 2019, Ford made headlines when the Ford Blue Oval adorned a Versace men's line. English said she wants to create new ways for consumers to connect with the brand. “Anywhere you go around the... — read more
More divisiveness not needed in this company
Just got this lovely email this AM: "The COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact our communities. The safety of our workforce remains our top priority. In alignment with the recently announced federal vaccination plan, the reporting process is the... — read more
Recall of Week v2.5
Can’t let Canadians have all the fun, Us version of Mach-E Aperta: Ford Motor Company is recalling select 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E models in due to defective windshields. This follows a similar recall conducted for the Canadian market. The defect:... — read more
I feel cheated
Who wouldn’t feel cheated about everything that's happening with the medical coverage? I just wonder what Ford’s next step is, what benefit will be cut next?
Pay-per-mile tolling systems are poised to hit highways
The article is from Axios posted at Yahoo for what it's worth.... https://news.yahoo.com/per-per-mile-fees-could-100029520.html TL;DR Electric vehicles might be good for the environment, but they're terrible for state budgets, which depend on fuel... — read more
How many times has this happened to you?
I have been working in a large project with 2 deliverables. I finished the first already, and I am past half way the second one. I was told that the project is getting canceled by a higher level manager's whim. So all my efforts were in vain, all my... — read more
No more pre-medicare (65 years oldprovided medical/dental for Ford Retirees
Went to HR online this morning, Ford announced they will only provide a $6000 per year per retiree and spouse HRA then you have to get your own insurance thru a company... Beginning January 1, 2022, the Company will change how we deliver this... — read more
Our reputation is suffering
Things are getting out of hand lately and our once stellar reputation is starting to suffer with our customers. It's like nobody cares anymore, for as long as we get the product out as quickly as possible. How did we get to this point? It's... — read more
Recall of Week No. 2
Ford Motor Company is recalling select 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E models in Canada due to defective windshields. This follows a similar recall recently issued pertaining to defective panoramic roof glass. The defect: in affected vehicles, the... — read more
Recall of the Week
Like a Swiss watch, recall of the week. Roof detaches, embarrassing. Ford Motor Company is recalling select 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E models in Canada due to defective panoramic sunroofs. The defect: in affected vehicles, the glass panel of the... — read more
Does Ford know what customers want?
It seems to me more and more that the company has totally lost its compass when it comes to what customers want?
Class action lawsuit against Ford Management, some should be worried:
SAN DIEGO, Sept. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Johnson Fistel, LLP is investigating potential claims on behalf of Ford Motor Company ("Ford") (NYSE: F) against certain of its current and former officers and directors. Several years ago, a consumer class... — read more