akirby Posted February 23, 2016 Report Share Posted February 23, 2016 If it's being held for a quality issue I don't think there is any easy way to get any info. Ford isn't going to release any info about it publicly and in some cases they truly can't give you an ETA if it's sitting in a lot waiting on a repair or an inspection. Ford should at least be able to tell you if it's being held and you would hope they are prioritizing retail (sold) vehicles first but not sure the factory is set up that way. Either way it sucks. Back when they launched the 2013 Fusion and MKZ it was worse - they had thousands of vehicles that had to be held and some were even shipped to Flat Rock for repairs and shipped back to Mexico. That's one reason I'm trying to wait and find a 2016 that's in stock whereas in the past I've always ordered vehicles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melltimejr Posted February 25, 2016 Report Share Posted February 25, 2016 The only reason I'm doubtful about the quality control issue is that for the past two weeks I've been told "I don't know" or "it's just one of those things" in response to my inquiries about why the shipping is delayed. Only recently was it presented as a possibility (not even confirmed). Seems like all of a sudden they're trying to find something to justify the incompetence...I called them out since they took delivery recently of other Titaniums that were built after mine (none configured quite right unfortunately). Now that they've planted the idea of quality control in my head, I'm thinking that I'll need a reason as to the delay before I take delivery. A car doesn't just sit for 3+ weeks for no reason..lie don't want to be stuck with a lemon... Like I've told them, it's not necessarily the delay that's upsetting, more so the lack of communication and transparency. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val Stanis Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 Also, I don't have any answers from anyone, the same as you "I don't know". I think this is quality issue and cars didn't pass it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chipster Posted February 26, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 (edited) The only reason I'm doubtful about the quality control issue is that for the past two weeks I've been told "I don't know" or "it's just one of those things" in response to my inquiries about why the shipping is delayed. Only recently was it presented as a possibility (not even confirmed). Seems like all of a sudden they're trying to find something to justify the incompetence...I called them out since they took delivery recently of other Titaniums that were built after mine (none configured quite right unfortunately)... What do you mean by "none configured quite right"? Also, what equipment group did you select? Edited February 26, 2016 by Chipster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goatee Posted February 27, 2016 Report Share Posted February 27, 2016 If it were me, I would try to get out of the deal and order another one just the way you want it. You are spending too much to be in doubt about a quality issue either real or perceived. Just my thoughts as I will be looking real soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliBoss Posted February 27, 2016 Report Share Posted February 27, 2016 I got my VIN and start build date of March 21. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melltimejr Posted February 27, 2016 Report Share Posted February 27, 2016 What do you mean by "none configured quite right"? Also, what equipment group did you select? Meant all of the options...dealer did a search and none were within three states. I ordered Titanium AWD, 2.0L, shadow black, ebony, 302A. Drivers package, cold weather package, trailer tow package. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliBoss Posted February 28, 2016 Report Share Posted February 28, 2016 Congrats-Mellyimejr!! Ordering does take a bit longer but eliminates all the searching. It's going to be Christmas in April for both of us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melltimejr Posted March 1, 2016 Report Share Posted March 1, 2016 So it finally shipped. It was built 2/1, shipped 2/29. That's 4 weeks of sitting. Has this happened to anyone on here? Any hypothesis as to what might cause something like that? Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BPM Posted March 2, 2016 Report Share Posted March 2, 2016 I actually had that same problem with mine. Was built and then just sat for weeks. Nobody could give me an answer. I would imagine it all depends on where rail cars / carriers are heading and how they can optimize their routes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val Stanis Posted March 2, 2016 Report Share Posted March 2, 2016 I spoke with the dealer and they told that a car is probably on quality check. I decided to don't wait and took one they recently received from their stock only different color, because my assumption that if car went to quality check for so long time, this means that something was wrong with the car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BPM Posted March 4, 2016 Report Share Posted March 4, 2016 Strange turn of events. I guess I got a little lucky this time around - I ordered just a few weeks ago. It was built 2 days ago. That's pretty fast! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grantmcf Posted March 4, 2016 Report Share Posted March 4, 2016 Just saw on ETIS that my Edge Sport was built on 2/27. Hopefully, I'll be getting a phone call from my dealership in the next week or so Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chipster Posted March 4, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 4, 2016 Everyone, make sure to put up pictures of your new ride after you get it! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BPM Posted March 4, 2016 Report Share Posted March 4, 2016 Ok, even weirder - my car arrived at the dealer this afternoon. If you're following along, I ordered Feb. 15. It arrived March 4. That's THREE WEEKS. I'm speechless. Photos when I pick it up in the next few days! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted March 5, 2016 Report Share Posted March 5, 2016 Ok, even weirder - my car arrived at the dealer this afternoon. If you're following along, I ordered Feb. 15. It arrived March 4. That's THREE WEEKS. I'm speechless. Photos when I pick it up in the next few days! Perhaps the dealer modified or used an existing order. That's really quick! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val Stanis Posted March 6, 2016 Report Share Posted March 6, 2016 Finally, I picked up Edge this week, one from the dealer stock, only different exterior colour and different leather colour. My initially ordered car didn't come yet. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BPM Posted March 7, 2016 Report Share Posted March 7, 2016 Here's a quick pic. Picked it up yesterday. Super impressed with it overall - only have a minor gripe about the build quality of the center stack, as some pieces don't line up flush with each other. But I've noticed this on several Edges. Not a deal breaker.Regarding the fast order turnaround, I was told that the dealer also ordered an F-150 just after my Edge was ordered and it also arrived at the same time mine did. I guess we both got good factory karma!Looking forward to having this as my daily driver. Again! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chipster Posted March 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 7, 2016 Nice! I am picking mine up tomorrow and have fingers crossed in hopes that it will be in good shape. I will post up some pictures and a pick up review / report tomorrow PM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BPM Posted March 7, 2016 Report Share Posted March 7, 2016 Sweet. I'd be curious about the center stack. Congrats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chipster Posted March 8, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 8, 2016 I did not notice this issue on mine, but will look more closely to see if I have the same thing. On early inspection and after putting 50 miles on it I find it to be very quiet and free of rattles and road noise. I expect after putting more mileage on it I will pick up some, but let's see. Here are a few pictures. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BPM Posted March 8, 2016 Report Share Posted March 8, 2016 Very nice! I dig that color. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted March 9, 2016 Report Share Posted March 9, 2016 That's exactly what we're considering but maybe with the 2.0l. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chipster Posted March 9, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2016 Pictures don't really do this color justice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliBoss Posted March 16, 2016 Report Share Posted March 16, 2016 WooHoo!! my window sticker was just published, everything is correct, exactly like I ordered it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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