All articles tagged with #technician shortage
Ford has issued a recall for over 680,000 vehicles across multiple models in the U.S. due to issues including rearview camera failures, engine heater cracks causing fire risks, seatbelt anchor corrosion, and rear door trapping hazards, amid ongoing technician shortages affecting service operations.
Car repair costs are on the rise due to heavier and more complex vehicles, new materials and manufacturing methods, a shortage of skilled technicians, and pandemic-induced supply shortages. The average annual increase in repair costs has jumped to about 10% since the pandemic, compared to 3.5% to 5% prior. Factors contributing to the rise include heavier and more powerful vehicles, increased crashes, more advanced technology, and a scarcity of skilled technicians. The industry is undergoing significant shifts, and stakeholders are motivated to drive down costs to ensure vehicles remain affordable to maintain and repair.
A shortage of parts and technicians, along with more complex auto technology and an increase in older cars on the road, are causing a perfect storm in the car repair industry. This has led to difficulties in getting cars repaired, with concerns raised by companies like Ford and GM.