What implications does this carry for Ford and investors? The consequences are serious. Quality issues could damage consumer trust and increase warranty and recall costs. Ford stock remains down approximately 15% over the past 12 months,

A massive recall for a faulty fuel pump affects over 850,000 popular vehicles, but Ford has no immediate fix and has ordered dealers to stop all sales.

The automaker reported 89 recalls in the first six months of 2025, which sets a record for any single car manufacturer for a full year. The new record puts Ford ahead of U.S. manufacturers, with data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration showing the auto giant has issued more recalls than the total combined for the next five automakers.