Jim Farley says Ford's new electric cars will be able to find their own problems during assembly.

Oct 8, 2026, 6:54 AM ETProductRead the original at Benzinga

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Ford’s planned onboard checks could catch assembly mistakes earlier, supporting its effort to improve quality after 78 recalls so far this year. The story does not show that the checks have reduced defects.

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Earlier checks could help Ford spot assembly mistakes before vehicles leave production. This responds to Ford’s effort to improve quality after many recalls. The story gives no results showing fewer defects, and Ford says existing inspection tools will remain. The plan supports a positive read, but its benefit is still unproven.

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