Ford’s Quality Turnaround

Raleigh News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 26, 2026 · 1m

Ford’s recall numbers are staggering—51 this year alone, more than the next three automakers combined—but here’s the shocker: JD Power just named them 1 for initial quality. Their F-150 and Mustang lead their categories, thanks to CEO Jim Farley’s four-year overhaul, where workers obsess over data and every torque wrench. Yet Ford hasn’t always been proactive, with only 30% of past recalls self-initiated. Now they’re testing vehicles to failure, pushing for perfection—even if it means messy quarterly reports. The goal? Fewer defects, better reliability, and finally, fewer recalls—especially…