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2021
Ford pilots Safety Insights platform in Windsor
Ford is piloting its Safety Insights platform in Windsor, Ontario, where the tool is being used to provide city planners and transportation engineers with insights for improving traffic safety.
2021
Ford announces planned European Mondeo discontinuation
Ford announced that it would discontinue the Mondeo in Europe in 2022, with no successor planned for the European market.
2021
Ford announces end of Mondeo production in Europe
Ford announced on March 25 that it would stop producing the Mondeo at its Valencia plant in Spain in early 2022, ending the model's presence in the European market.
2021
Ford and the University of Michigan open robotics research building
Ford and the University of Michigan held the grand opening of a robotics building on the university campus, which houses Ford researchers and engineers and the automaker’s first robotics and mobility research lab on a university campus.
2021
TransLoc appoints Brett Wheatley CEO
Ford Motor Company announced Brett Wheatley's appointment as chief executive officer of TransLoc on March 15, 2021.
2021
Ford recalls vehicles with potentially overcured tires
Ford's recall covers certain vehicles fitted with tires supplied by Continental Tire of America that may have been cured beyond specification. The tires could develop a sidewall break or belt separation; Ford said it was not aware of any accidents or injuries related to the issue.
2021
Ford announces recall to replace Takata airbag inflators
Ford announced a recall of around 2.6 million vehicles in the United States, as well as affected vehicles in Canada and Mexico, to replace driver-side airbag inflators that could rupture. The U.S. recall was scheduled to start April 1.
2021
Ford Telematics expands support to all vehicle makes and models
Ford expanded Ford Telematics to support all makes and models, allowing fleet operators to gather and monitor data from vehicles regardless of manufacturer. The expanded functionality is part of the regular subscription.
2021
Ford launches limited-edition Ranger exclusively at Costco Taiwan
Ford launched the New Ford Ranger Black Armor Cavalry special edition for sale exclusively at Costco stores across Taiwan, with a limited allocation of 40 vehicles and member-exclusive pricing. The stated sales period runs through March 18, 2021.
2021
Ford Vietnam recalls 2,470 Ranger and Everest vehicles
Ford Vietnam issued a recall of 2,470 Ranger and Everest vehicles to update transmission and powertrain control module software. The reported issue could cause transmission malfunction and increase collision risk; authorized dealerships will provide free inspection and repair.
2021
Ford begins Power-Up software updates
Ford began delivering Power-Up over-the-air software updates to F-150 and Mustang Mach-E vehicles in North America; the updates provide vehicle enhancements and new features.
2021
Ford funds the Future Forward STEM program with DAPCEP
Ford announced a $250,000 contribution to the Detroit Area Pre-College Engineering Program (DAPCEP) to create Future Forward, a program offering STEM courses, mentoring and internship opportunities for underserved high school students.
2021
Ford recalls vehicles over potentially missing Takata airbags
Ford announced a recall after discovering that 45 airbags were missing from stock service parts that were supposed to be purged. The potentially affected vehicles include Ford Rangers and other models; owners were to receive notices and vehicles would be inspected and replaced if airbags were found.
2021
Ford recalls F-Series vehicles for windshield bonding defect
Ford announced a safety compliance recall affecting certain 2021 F-150 and 2020–21 Super Duty vehicles in North America because their windshields may be inadequately bonded and could fail to stay in place in a crash. Ford said dealers would remove and reinstall the windshields; owner notifications were planned to begin the week of April 6.
2021
Ford announces $1 billion investment in Cologne electric-vehicle center
Ford announced a $1 billion investment to convert its Cologne vehicle assembly plant into its first electric-vehicle manufacturing center in Europe. The company said production of its first mass-produced, Europe-made all-electric passenger car for European customers would begin at the new facility in 2023.
2021
Ford recalls vehicles over potentially obsolete Takata airbag parts
Ford recalled 154,224 vehicles in North America because obsolete Takata airbag inflators or modules may have been installed during collision or theft repairs. Ford said it was not aware of any related accident or injury reports.
2021
Ford recalls Bronco Sport vehicles over rear suspension modules
Ford recalled 1,666 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles because their rear suspension modules might not be fully secured to the subframe, potentially affecting vehicle stability and increasing accident and injury risks. Ford said it was not aware of related accidents or injuries.
2021
Ford announces a separate Bronco Sport recall in Canada
Ford announced a separate safety recall of 24 Bronco Sport vehicles in Canada because of a rear suspension issue; the article reported no known accidents or injuries from the issue.
2021
Ford recalls vehicles to check for obsolete Takata air bags
Ford issued two recalls covering more than 154,000 vehicles in North America to check for obsolete Takata air bags that can explode and hurl shrapnel. Dealers will inspect the air bag units and replace them if necessary; Ford said it was not aware of any crashes or injuries caused by the problem.
2021
Ford and Zotye decide to end electric-vehicle joint-venture plan
A report cited in the article said Ford and Zotye had decided to terminate their electric-vehicle joint-venture plan. The article says the planned joint venture had not yet received approval from the relevant Chinese development-zone authority.