Last week, Ford announced it would delay the launch of its Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX to mid-December in order to resolve some minor issues with the two crossovers. It’s no secret Ford is trying to perfect both vehicles before bringing them to market, and trade publication Automotive News got a chance to ask program manager Dave Pericak for some specifics.
According to Pericak, the several fixes were made after receiving feedback from consumers who were loaned pre-production test cars for 60 days. They include: Screening on the lower grille to hide mechanical parts, center stack changed to a less reflective material, carpeted cover for the spare-tire compartment, and two “functional changes” that cannot be specified.
In September, Ford said it enlisted the help of former Toyota quality expert Kathi Hanley, who identified more than 70 significant issues and hundreds of minor concerns that could affect the vehicle’s reliability.
