Ford had previously issued a recall order to fix 8.7 million 1988-92 cars with potentially defective switches.

Ford issued a statement saying the plant had "minor delays of production in some units" because of the industrial action, though the union says production is down 25 percent.

Ford issued a limited edition which was produced to commemorate the movie.

By offering to install the fire protection kits, Ford has for the second time this month issued a major warning about the potential for fires in its vehicles.

Ford also issued a nonstandard starter, a direct-drive "movable pole shoe" design that provided cost reduction rather than electrical or mechanical benefits.

In recent years, Ford has issued other safety recalls.

Ford issued various special editions, including a Stallion model in 1976.

After the government warning in April, Ford issued an advisory cautioning against "sharp turns, excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers."

Ford has received no reports of transmission problems in the cars, and is therefore issuing the safety notification only to truck owners.

On June 13, 2005, Ford issued a notice that Hertz would be let loose in an initial public offering.