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 cars are being affected by the chip shortage?
In addition to Honda, Mercedes, Daimler, and Hyundai have announced production cuts in the last year due to a chip shortage that doesn't seem to be going anywhere, despite automakers' best efforts.