Ford Shares Climb 0.99% Amid Major F-150 Recall as $720M Trading Volume Ranks 148th

On August 12, 2025, Ford (F) traded up 0.99% with a volume of $720 million, ranking 148th in market activity. The stock’s modest gain occurred amid a significant recall announcement impacting its flagship F-150 model. The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) confirmed Ford is recalling over 103,000 F-150 trucks produced between 2023 and 2025 due to a defect in rear axle hub bolts. The issue could cause bolts to fatigue and break, leading to damaged axle hub splines, vehicle rollaways, or loss of drive power—conditions that heighten crash risks. Affected owners will receive notifications from August 2025 to May 2026 and can have repairs conducted at Ford or Lincoln dealerships at no cost.

The recall follows a similar incident in 2023 involving over 100,000 F-150s. NHTSA estimates 1% of the affected vehicles may have the defect. Symptoms include clicking or rattling noises when bolts loosen or break. Ford’s announcement coincided with its plans to launch a new electric pickup truck in 2027 priced at $30,000, potentially mitigating reputational damage from the recall. However, repeated quality issues could strain investor confidence, particularly as the company transitions to electric vehicle production.

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