While I agree and liked your post, in this social media age I can also see why Ford (and others) would be hesitant.
They share updates of delays or hiccups and soon these updates are quoted all over social media - viewed by millions.
Sort of the "No good deed goes unpunished." thing.
This video was posted by @HANCOCK in a reply to a thread about lifted trucks and towing.
It seems to me it's a topic worthy of its own thread, so here we go!
The Problem with Lifted Trucks That NOBODY Is Talking About... (youtube.com)
What do you think?
Tom, a staff member in the procurement deptment to the section manager: "Boss, there are issues with the PAT!"
Section manager to Tonia, who works dealer communication: "Tom said procurement is ready to issue the PAT. Get the word out - NOW."