Ford starts 2026 with the worst quality crisis in its history. In just four months, the company has issued 27 recalls affecting more than 7.4 million vehicles. Engines, brakes, and electrical systems account for the majority of the failures, leaving the brand in a delicate position with customers and regulators.
Engineering under pressure: systemic failures in production 🔧
The origin of the problems points to a combination of low-specification parts and insufficient quality controls at several plants. Internal analyses reveal that 60% of defects are related to electronic components from third-party suppliers. Additionally, the integration of new software systems in electric and hybrid models has generated communication failures between modules, causing everything from power loss to unexpected shutdowns.
The record no one wanted: 7.4 million excuses 🚗
While Ford boasts of being a pioneer in electrification, its cars seem to have taken the idea of stopping by inertia very seriously. Now, dealerships look more like inspection centers than showrooms. With 27 recalls in four months, the brand has achieved something even its competitors haven't: getting a customer into the workshop before they even get home.