Ford Shares Climb 1.2% Despite 21.8% Volume Drop Ranking 166th in Market Activity Amid Recalls and EV Production Halt

On August 4, 2025, Ford Motor Company (F) rose 1.20% with a trading volume of $620 million, a 21.82% decline from the previous day, ranking 166th in market activity. Recent developments include recalls of nearly 275,000 SUVs due to potential brake line defects and over 1.9 million F-Series trucks for faulty fuel pumps. The company also announced a temporary halt in production of the F-150 Lightning electric pickup amid waning demand for EVs.

Ford has signaled potential price increases this summer if 25% auto tariffs remain in effect, a move already prompting dealers to adjust pricing strategies. The company’s recent labor agreements with unions, including significant pay raises for assembly plant workers, have stabilized workforce relations after months of strikes. Meanwhile, ongoing investigations into vehicle safety issues, including rear axle failures and unexpected door openings in Ford Escape models, highlight regulatory scrutiny.

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