U.S. auto giant Ford and South Korean battery maker SK On are at odds over the suspension of production of the F-150 Lightning all-electric pickup, according to foreign media reports.
It is reported that Ford suspended the production and shipment of the F-150 Lightning after a pre-delivery quality inspection recently found a battery problem in an electric truck.
Last Wednesday, Ford said it would extend the shutdown of the F-150 Lightning all-electric pickup to at least the end of this week as it investigates a battery issue.
As for the reason for the F-150 Lightning shutdown, Ford claimed that SK On’s faulty battery was the cause of the shutdown, but SK On countered that it was a one-time issue and that the battery was not of quality.
Today, Ford is working to ensure the safety of its customers by taking the necessary steps to investigate and address any potential problems found. The company has sent its own battery researchers to South Korea this month to investigate the issue, according to foreign media reports.
Last week, the company said it believes it has identified the root cause and expects to complete its investigation by the end of the week, followed by adjustments to the truck’s battery production process. Next month, the company will send more personnel to South Korea to examine the equipment and machinery used at the BlueOval SK plant.
