The quality control at the end of the assembly line is a crucial key element in an automobile manufacturer. It helps ensure the quality as well as the safety of vehicles that hit the road, since some problems can only be irritants, while others can turn into safety reminders. It is for these reasons that Ford would delay by a few weeks, after the start of production, the marketing of 3 vehicles which benefit from a refresh.
Focus on quality
This isn’t the first time Ford has delayed the arrival of a vehicle to conduct additional quality checks. This was particularly the case for the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E, the 2023 Ford Escape and Super Duty as well as the 2024 Ford F-150. Even if the Mustang Mach-E still experienced its share of problems, these controls The additional costs helped avoid several recalls in the case of the 2024 F-150, according to Jim Farley, CEO of Ford.
Still according to a statement made by the latter to American media recently, delaying deliveries by approximately 6 weeks after the start of production allows teams to better inspect the first examples that leave the assembly line. This then makes it possible to make internal corrections where deficiencies are detected.
New models delayed
For the moment, only the 2025 Ford Explorer, whose production has already started, would be affected. However, two other models which will be revealed during the year would also be affected. These are the Ford Bronco Sport and Ford Maverick, both from the 2025 model year. Even though they are not a new generation, the changes brought by the mid-cycle refresh of these 3 models make additional revision before marketing necessary.
In all 3 cases, the front fascia of these Ford vehicles has been greatly revised as well as the presentation of the dashboard which integrates more technology as well as some additional elements throughout the vehicle.
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