Ford Motor Company has paused production at a Michigan plant that manufactures the F-150 pickup truck due to a supplier issue, impacting wholesale deliveries for the third quarter. The stoppage lasted approximately one week and contributes to ongoing challenges the automaker faces in recovering sales of the F-150.
This latest disruption follows a series of fires at a critical aluminum supplier that had previously affected Ford’s truck output for more than a year. As a result, Ford’s overall U.S. sales declined by 10% through August, while sales of its F-Series trucks, which include both the F-150 and heavy-duty models, dropped by 11%.
Ford’s F-150 is a key product for the company, known for its profitability and significant role in its truck lineup. The company has been working to address the challenges posed by supply chain disruptions and other issues as it aims to improve its sales performance.
No specific timeline has been provided for the resumption of production, though Ford is expected to release additional updates on the situation as it develops.
