Ford Motors assembles a safety system for passenger automobiles. This system substantially reduces severe injuries to drivers involved in accidents. In an effort to increase profits, Ford Motors recently took steps to cut costs and increase production. Ford Motors has begun using some less expensive components. These components increase the system’s estimated failure rate from 12 to 15 failures per 10,000 accidents. Despite this increase, the company continues to meet the government’s safety standard of 20 failures per 10,000 accidents.
Use the three-step checklist to determine whether or not the actions above demonstrated ethical behavior.
Is this action illegal? Explain your reasoning.
Does the action violate company or professional standards?
Who is affected, and how, by the action? (Positive & Negative Affects)
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