
Ford Wants $1 Billion Back From Warranty and Parts. Here's What Quality Costs It
Ford holds $17.6 billion for future repairs and accrues about twice as much per car as Hyundai, while promising less coverage. Here's where the money goes.

Ford holds $17.6 billion for future repairs and accrues about twice as much per car as Hyundai, while promising less coverage. Here's where the money goes.

A petition says the 7.3L V8 can wear out its cam and lifters at idle, and NHTSA is checking whether a 2024 Maverick camera recall fixed anything.

At $4.29 gas, the Maverick Hybrid earns back its premium in about 16 months. Every other hybrid truck takes eight years or more, and most buyers pay for torque.

Nearly all of the drop came from the outgoing Escape and Corsair. Bronco Filson and RTR orders open later in October, and an F-150 supplier hiccup hit September output.

Ford's $29,945 electric Fathom lands within $105 of a Maverick XL Hybrid — but it won't reach driveways until late 2027, and its key specs are still secret. Here's how to decide.