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Ford Cuts 2025 Profit Guidance as Tariffs and Recalls Drive Q2 Loss

Ford’s Q2 net loss of $36 million reflects an $800 million tariff charge, a $570 million recall expense, a $1.3 billion electric vehicle software operating loss

Ford Mustangs are seen on display at the Canadian International AutoShow in Toronto, Ontario, Canada February 13, 2025.  REUTERS/Carlos Osorio/File Photo
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Overview

  • Ford’s second-quarter revenue rose 5% to $50.2 billion year over year
  • The automaker absorbed an $800 million hit from U.S. import duties and raised its full-year tariff cost outlook by $500 million to $3 billion
  • Ford posted a net loss of $36 million for the quarter, driven by recall and special charges tied to a canceled electric SUV
  • The company trimmed its 2025 full-year adjusted EBIT guidance to $6.5 billion–$7.5 billion, down from $7.0 billion–$8.5 billion
  • Its EV and software division logged a $1.3 billion operating loss in Q2 and is forecast to lose up to $5.5 billion for the year