New Ford Service Pays Truck Owners' Insurance Deductibles After a Theft
Having your car stolen can ruin almost anyone’s day, but Ford recently announced a program that could soften the blow if a thief makes off with an F-Series truck. The automaker said it would write a check to cover part of owners’ insurance deductibles if the vehicle can’t be found or if it was damaged during the theft.
Having your car stolen can ruin almost anyone’s day, but Ford recently announced a program that could soften the blow if a thief makes off with an F-Series truck. The automaker said it would write a check to cover part of owners’ insurance deductibles if the vehicle can’t be found or if it was damaged during the theft.
The new Ford Security Package comes with a potential deductible reimbursement of up to $2,500 and is available for 2024 and 2025 F-150 and Super Duty trucks. Ford includes a one-year trial with the trucks, after which the service costs $7.99, and it’s worth noting that the program is only available in 40 states.
In addition to the payments, subscribers also receive a starter inhibitor feature that prevents the trucks from being started, even with a key. The FordPass app gives users a 12-digit code that can be entered in the infotainment system to lock down the vehicle, though the F-150 Lightning is missing the tech. Ford supports owners with a 24/7 helpline and can help reach law enforcement or other emergency first responders.
These features should help Ford trucks move down the list of the most-stolen vehicles, where it has held a strong presence for years. Several Hyundai and Kia models also made the list, thanks to their lack of modern immobilizer tech, and Hellcat models remain a popular target for thieves.
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