Automotive News: Shelby GT350 Mustang owners sought class-action status last month in a suit against Ford that claims the performance model is not the "hot rod" they wanted
Ford Motor Co. is keeping the Shelby GT350 and GT350R Mustangs in its product lineup for the 2018 model year
Some Shelby GT350 Mustang owners sought class-action status last month in a suit against Ford that claims the performance model is not the “hot rod” they wanted because the cars overheat and lose power.
The owners are suing Ford in federal court for about $228 million. The suit contends the affected Shelby Mustangs have faulty transmissions and rear differentials that can overheat in as little as 15 minutes.
The suit claims that Ford fixed the problem in 2017 vehicles, but told owners of 2016 models they were responsible for repairs, which owners claim is a breach of the car’s warranty. read more »
