But Ford wasn't the only automaker to stumble. Volkswagen fell short of planned production by around 1.15 million vehicles, GM and Toyota were both out about 1.1 million and Stellantis came up short by around 1 million units. But not all companies were affected equally.
Which manufacturers are most affected by the chip shortage?
Among those most affected is the auto industry, where chip shortages are holding up production and denting sales. Semiconductors or chips are a crucial element in the manufacturing of consumer electronics such as smartphones, cameras and computers.
What car manufacturers are having chip shortages?
NAGOYA -- Toyota Motor announced on Friday that its global production volume for the fiscal year ending March 2023 will be lower than its planned 9.7 million units due to semiconductor shortages.