News on Ford Motor Company

Over 800,000 vehicles recalled in U.S. last week

2011-09-19T12:30:09Z

(Reuters) - Automakers, including Hyundai Motor Co and Subaru recalled more than 800,000 cars and trucks last week for defects including faulty airbags, according to federal regulators.

Separately, the National Highway Traffic Safety Adm...

Ford recalls 1.2 million pickups for corrosion issue

2011-08-01T13:30:16Z

DETROIT (Reuters) - Ford Motor Co said on Monday it is recalling 1.22 million older pickup trucks in the United States and Canada to replace stra...

Ford F-150 truck probe expands to 2.7 million

2011-05-09T07:01:37Z

DETROIT (Reuters) - U.S. safety regulators said they have expanded to 2.7 million vehicles an investigation into the possibility that straps holding fuel tanks can rust and break on Ford Motor Co F-150 pickup...

New Explorer Covers New Territory for Ford

2011-03-05T10:30:06Z

Big SUV gets major overhaul for 2011

New Explorer Covers New Territory for Ford

By Jim Bray
TechnoFile.com

Quebec, Canada – It bristles with high tech new features, and Ford is hoping ...

Ford recalls 144,000 F-150 trucks for airbag risk

2011-02-23T15:00:09Z

DETROIT (Reuters) - Ford Motor Co said it would recall about 144,000 F-150 models in the United States and DETROIT (Reuters) - Ford Motor Co is recalling nearly 363,000 F-150 pickup trucks in North America because of a potential problem with the door handle...

Ford recalls 281,000 F-150 trucks in U.S.

2011-02-03T07:00:55Z

DETROIT (Reuters) - Ford Motor Co is recalling nearly 281,000 F-150 pickup trucks in the United States because of a potential problem with the door ha...

Ford recalls F-series pickups, Edge, Lincoln MKX

2010-12-30T06:30:26Z

DETROIT (Reuters) - Ford Motor Co is recalling 14,737 new vehicles including its biggest seller, the F-series pickup truck, due to the chance than an electrical short could cause a fire, U.S. federal regulators said on Thursday.

Ford will inform owners of its F-serie...

Copy-cat car bumpers prove dangerous in Ford tests

2010-11-30T12:37:45Z

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Ford Recall Cruise Control

2010-11-30T13:40:12Z

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Mitsubishi and Ford recall SUVs, affecting more than 19,000 vehicles combined

2010-11-04T13:18:20Z

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As radar safety features spread, when will drivers say 'enough'?

2010-11-03T15:40:34Z

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Car reviews: Ford Falcon

2010-11-04T13:34:45Z

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The benefits of Ford's MyKey

2010-11-04T13:36:01Z

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Car reviews: 2005 Ford Taurus

2010-11-04T13:35:28Z

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Car reviews: 2009 Ford Edge

2010-11-04T13:34:46Z

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NHTSA investigates Ford stuck gas pedals

2010-11-04T13:36:33Z

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Car reviews: 2009 Ford F150

2010-11-04T13:35:29Z

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Car reviews: 2008 Ford Taurus X

2010-11-04T13:35:23Z

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Recall 2004 Ford F-150 Power Window Regulators

2010-11-02T17:10:23Z

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How To Keep Your New Teenage Driver Safe

2010-11-02T17:10:49Z

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'Stars on Cars' ratings system getting tougher

2010-10-05T11:07:18Z

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Ford Windstar Rusting Subframe an Increasingly Unsafe Condition

2010-09-29T21:23:43Z

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How Smart Is Your Car?

2010-09-28T04:00:58Z

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Ford upgrades airbags in 2012 Focus

2010-09-16T17:12:14Z

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2012 Ford Focus fitted with force-adjustable airbags

2010-09-16T12:28:06Z

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Ford to Debut Smarter Air Bags on 2012 Focus ...

2010-09-16T12:09:17Z

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Will new Explorer hit the right mark?

2010-11-02T14:51:19Z

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US probes Ford Fusion on reports of trapped pedals

2010-09-11T14:42:30Z

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How to Choose a 4x4 Truck

2010-09-11T07:40:50Z

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Will new Explorer hit right mark?

2010-11-02T14:51:02Z

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Will new Explorer hit the right mark...

2010-11-02T14:51:00Z

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Tests show aftermarket replacement parts can present safety risk

2010-09-10T16:17:04Z

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Archive: US probes Ford Fusion on reports of trapped pedals

2010-11-02T14:50:46Z

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Ford's Curve Control to Debut As Standard on ...

2010-11-02T12:55:10Z

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Ford to Debut Curve Control on 2011 Explorer

2010-11-02T13:30:21Z

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NHTSA Launches Investigation for Floor Mat Is...

2010-10-27T09:07:15Z

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New Ford Fusion probed for accelerator pedal risk

2010-10-22T11:10:43Z

DETROIT (Reuters) - U.S. safety regulators have opened a preliminary investigation into the possibility that accelerator pedals could be entrapped by floormats in Ford Motor Co 2010 Fusion and Mercu...

Warning: 2010 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan owners - don't stack floor mats

2010-10-27T07:52:30Z

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08 Ford Escape

2010-09-09T01:12:26Z

The 2008 Ford Escape is a mid-size SUV that has been given a redesigned body and interior for the 08' season. Previous models of this vehicle have been very successful and the Escape is one of the best sellers in the Ford lineup. Both Mazda and Ford collaborated on this vehicle and the Tribute is very similar ...

NHTSA Takes Complaints on 1999 - 2003 Ford Wi...

2010-10-27T07:03:19Z

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Ford, Mercury, Lincoln Brands are Least Expen...

2010-10-27T07:03:16Z

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Ford Issues Recall for Seat Defect on Over 33,000 Vehic...

2010-10-27T07:02:57Z

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Stocks rise after stronger jobs, services reports

2010-10-25T12:55:23Z

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Safest 2010 Small Cars

2010-10-25T08:34:39Z

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Toyota Recall Isn't The Biggest--Yet

2010-10-24T15:16:32Z

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Auto industry recalls at a glance

2010-10-22T10:28:51Z

Auto industry recalls at a glance

A look at some large recalls in the U.S. auto industry:

_ Jan. 26: Japan's Toyota Motor Corp. suspends U.S. sales of eight recalled car and truck models, including the best-selling Camry sedan. The aim is to fix gas pedals that can stick and cause un...

U.S. expands safety investigation of F-150 airbags

2010-10-22T10:29:12Z

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. regulators have upgraded and significantly expanded the scope of an investigation into complaints that airbags on certain Ford Motor Co F-150 pickups deployed without warning and caused dozens of injuries.

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2010 Detroit Auto Show: Ford is Focused

2010-10-27T07:49:59Z

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Toyota tops list of sudden-acceleration complaints

2010-10-26T23:20:15Z

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Is Ford Once Again Leading the Way in Auto Safety?

2010-11-02T14:01:46Z

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Ford to put air bags into back seat belts of SUV

2010-04-16T09:23:30Z

Buckle up ... inflate: Ford to put air bags into back seat belts of 2011 Ford Explorer

Air bags have long been mounted in the steering wheel, dashboard and sides of vehicles. Now, they're in the seat belts.

Ford Motor Co. plans to introduce seat belt-mounted air bags in the back seat of the 2011 Ford Explorer sport utility vehicle, wh...

2011 Ford Explorer: Inflatable, seat-belt air bags to protect rear-seat passengers

2010-10-26T23:20:09Z

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Ford makes seatbelt airbag mashup

2010-10-22T14:55:53Z

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New Mexico Senate votes on 2 bills for budget fix

2010-10-22T07:47:59Z

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NHTSA Warns of Fire Risk in 4.5 Million Ford Vehicles

2010-10-22T07:40:03Z

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Ford recalls 4.5 million vehicles over fire hazard

2010-10-26T23:19:53Z

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Ford: Popular Fiesta Hatchback Coming to the U.S.

2010-10-22T07:28:46Z

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An Overview Of 2009 Ford Edge

2010-09-09T01:11:47Z

Ford has manufactured the 2009 Ford Edge as a premium crossover SUV that is based around the Ford CD3 platform, which it shares with the Mazda6 and is effectively modified from the Lincoln MKX. The Mazda CX-9 crossover, the Mercury Milan, the Lincoln MKZ and the Ford Fusion sedans all share its platform.

Being a crossover car, the Edge tries to bridge the gap between the minivans like the Freestar, and the more truck-based SUVs such as the Ford Explorer. However, The Edge is offici...

2007 Ford Expedition EL- First Drive and Review

2010-11-03T08:40:48Z

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Ford parks for you and keeps your kids safe

2010-10-21T10:51:46Z

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Safety in Numbers

2010-11-02T13:06:50Z

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Ford tops safe car list

2010-10-22T10:55:04Z

Ford leads list of insurance industry's safest vehicles

Dozens of new cars and trucks, led by Ford Motor Co. and its Volvo subsidiary, made the insurance industry's annual list of the safest vehicles, helped by the growing adoption of anti-rollover technology.

For the 2009 model year, Ford and Volvo have 16 vehicles on the Ford Motor Co. has created a device which allows parents to control how fast their teenagers drive, limits the volume on the car radio and makes sure their seat belts are fastened.

It's called "MyKey," and Ford announced this week that it will be a standard feature starting next year on the 2010 Ford Focus and other Ford, Lincoln and...

Ford feature will let parents set limits for teens

2010-04-16T13:04:22Z

New feature in 2010 Ford vehicles will let parents limit teen drivers' speed, stereo volume

So you think junior is a little too lead-footed when he drives the family car? Starting next year, Ford Motor Co. will give you the power to do something about it.

The company will roll out a new feature on many 2010 models that can limit teen drivers to 80 mph, using a computer chip in the key.

Pickin' and Grinnin'? How about Truckin' and Vannin'

2010-04-16T16:55:43Z

Ford Crossovers and SUV's Provide Varying Experiences

Pickin' and Grinnin'? How about Truckin' and Vannin'

By Jim Bray
TechnoFile.com

There are utility vehicles and there are utility vehicles. Some, like the Ford Explorer Sport Trac are part pickup truck and part SUV. Others, like Ford's Taurus X, are part SUV and part minivan.

Discontinued? Ford Taurus X

2010-10-21T09:23:07Z

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Ten Best Cars For Families

2010-10-21T09:35:59Z

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Airbag Defects Cause Increased Injuries and Fatalities

2010-10-22T11:31:57Z

When a consumer buys an airbag-equipped vehicle, they expect the airbags to deploy properly in the event of an accident. Thousands of lives have been saved by the installation of airbags; however there has been a shocking increase in the number of injuries and fatalities caused by various airbag systems.

Over the years, there have been many technological advances, yet new airbag defects continue to arise. Airbag defects exist in cars, trucks, minivans, and SUV's made by companie...

Auto Industry Cover-Ups Not Uncommon

2010-10-22T11:23:45Z

Auto industry cover-ups are not an uncommon occurrence, especially for Ford Motor Company. Ford Motor Company has been under investigation numerous times for holding pertinent information, from the public and from authorities, regarding defective and dangerous products. In fact, it holds quite a history of secrecy and deceit. The company has endured several investigations regarding the continued production and or sale of products with known defects. One of Ford Motor Company's fist major scan...

Ford cars - new for 2008

2010-10-15T09:49:44Z

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2008 Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable Receive Highest Safety Ratings

2010-10-22T11:41:23Z

In the crowded car market, it is hard to choose from different car models offered by car manufacturers. For car buyers, they need to consider different attributes of the cars they are looking at to buy.

In a recent survey, it was found out that among the top things car buyers look for in their next vehicle is safety and this category goes right along with performance and fuel efficiency. That is why car manufacturers are hard at work to develop and produce safe cars for th...

2007 Ford Edge

2010-10-15T09:37:07Z

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Ford Explorer

2010-10-26T14:32:32Z

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Ford Escape

2010-10-26T14:09:30Z

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Ford Taurus

2010-10-26T12:39:17Z

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Ford Crown Victoria

2010-10-26T14:09:30Z

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Ford Windstar Recall

2010-12-15T12:01:02Z

FILE - In this undated file photo provided by Ford Motor Co., a 2002 Ford Windstar LX is displayed. Ford is expanding a recall of its Windstar minivans Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010, over concerns that their rear axles can corrode and break. (AP Photo/Ford Motor Co., file)

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Auto Sales

2010-12-01T10:32:39Z

In this Oct. 25, 2010 photo, 2011 Ford Fiestas are shown at a Ford dealership in San Jose, Calif. Ford Motor Co.'s U.S. sales rose 20 percent in November, as demand for its pickup trucks and vans continued to grow.(AP Photo/Paul Sakuma)

NYC's New Taxi

2010-11-15T14:32:37Z

In this rendering provided by the New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission, a taxi cab design by Ford is seen. The competition to manufacture New York City's next taxicab has been narrowed to three finalists, and the winning design will be chosen from proposals by General Motors and Ford are shown. If investors pay what General Motors hopes to get for its stock in a planned IPO, they'll have to buy the logic that the company's stock-market value should be similar to its closest competitor, Ford Motor Co. But Ford is making far more money these days and ...

Autos Consumer Confidence

2010-10-26T13:02:33Z

Matthew Brown assembles a six speed transmission at the Ford Motor Company Van Dyke Transmission Plant in Sterling Heights, Mich., Monday, Oct. 25, 2010. The most problem-free cars and trucks still are made by