Ford Suspends 2024 F-150 Lightning Shipments Over Quality Concerns
The automaker has not disclosed the specific issue, but continues production at a reduced rate while recalibrating its EV strategy.
- Ford has halted shipments of the 2024 F-150 Lightning due to an undisclosed quality issue, affecting deliveries.
- The stop-ship order for the F-150 Lightning began on February 9, with no specified date for when shipments will resume.
- Ford continues production of the F-150 Lightning at a reduced rate, aiming for a balance between production, sales growth, and profitability.
- The company has started shipping traditional gas-powered versions of the F-150, redesigned for the 2024 model year.
- Ford is recalibrating its electric vehicle strategy amid slowing EV sales, focusing on boosting output of gas-electric hybrid models.