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One of the most anticipated EVs for the 2021 model year, the Mach-E has been hit by a stop-sale order over a quality issue. This, in turn, will translate to delays as long as 60 days according to Ford Authority.
What’s wrong, you may be wondering? Only the Ford Motor Company knows that, and unfortunately for expecting customers, the Dearborn-based automaker isn’t willing to detail the issue that prompted the stop-sale order.
“As part of our commitment to delivering high-quality vehicles, we are conducting additional quality checks on several hundred Mustang Mach-E models built before dealer shipments started last month,” said a spokesperson. “As part of our quality process, we want to ensure they meet the quality our customers expect and deserve.”
If you ask me, a quality-improving delay is the right course of action if Ford intends to eat into Tesla’s piece of the EV pie.
The Mustang Mach-E isn’t the only all-new model with quality-related problems at launch, though. The Blue Oval had trouble with the Explorer and Lincoln Aviator, and early builds of the F-150 for the 2021 model year have been sidelined for repairs at the Dearborn and Kansas City plants.
Just like the Bronco Sport, the Mustang Mach-E is assembled in Mexico. It's also worth highlighting that it's the second-most expensive sport utility vehicle in the lineup at the present moment. Pricing starts at $42,895 excluding destination charge, but potential savings that include the $7,500 federal tax credit will bring the MSRP down to very competitive levels.
The Mustang Mach-E has also received quite a bit of praise over its most obvious rival, the Model Y. For its part, Tesla has indirectly confirmed the challenge posed by the Ford Motor Company by launching a more affordable version of the electric crossover. The smallest battery available and rear-wheel drive have brought the price down to $41,990 as opposed to $49,990 for the Model Y in the dual-motor Long Range specification.
Moving forward, the Blue Oval will square up against the MYP with the GT Performance Edition. In this configuration, the Mustang Mach-E is targeting up to 235 miles (378 kilometers) of EPA-rated driving range and a 60-mph time of 3.5 seconds thanks to 634 pound-feet (860 Nm) of torque.
“As part of our commitment to delivering high-quality vehicles, we are conducting additional quality checks on several hundred Mustang Mach-E models built before dealer shipments started last month,” said a spokesperson. “As part of our quality process, we want to ensure they meet the quality our customers expect and deserve.”
If you ask me, a quality-improving delay is the right course of action if Ford intends to eat into Tesla’s piece of the EV pie.
The Mustang Mach-E isn’t the only all-new model with quality-related problems at launch, though. The Blue Oval had trouble with the Explorer and Lincoln Aviator, and early builds of the F-150 for the 2021 model year have been sidelined for repairs at the Dearborn and Kansas City plants.
Just like the Bronco Sport, the Mustang Mach-E is assembled in Mexico. It's also worth highlighting that it's the second-most expensive sport utility vehicle in the lineup at the present moment. Pricing starts at $42,895 excluding destination charge, but potential savings that include the $7,500 federal tax credit will bring the MSRP down to very competitive levels.
The Mustang Mach-E has also received quite a bit of praise over its most obvious rival, the Model Y. For its part, Tesla has indirectly confirmed the challenge posed by the Ford Motor Company by launching a more affordable version of the electric crossover. The smallest battery available and rear-wheel drive have brought the price down to $41,990 as opposed to $49,990 for the Model Y in the dual-motor Long Range specification.
Moving forward, the Blue Oval will square up against the MYP with the GT Performance Edition. In this configuration, the Mustang Mach-E is targeting up to 235 miles (378 kilometers) of EPA-rated driving range and a 60-mph time of 3.5 seconds thanks to 634 pound-feet (860 Nm) of torque.
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