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I said it was all on Ford and Bsquare. Of course they knew how bad it was - they had a bug list with 1500 entries at one time. But they were caught between a rock and a hard place because MFT was integrated with the new Edge, Explorer and Focus so they either had to try and fix it or delay the new vehicles until it could be fixed and that simply wasn't a viable business option. There really wasn't a good solution - delay important new vehicles indefinitely (not that easy when suppliers and new tooling was already lined up) or put it out with known bugs and try to fix them quickly. It's easy to say they should have delayed it but it's just not that simple. And yes - regardless of who screwed up the software, it's Ford's responsibility and nobody is suggesting otherwise.

This thread is for information sharing only. If you want to gripe and complain please go here. Some comments have been moved there to keep this one on topic.

Even timing chains can break so it does make a difference - although I doubt that's the problem in this case. Could be a crankshaft position sensor.

You're conveniently forgetting the iphone 4 antenna fiasco plus other iphone problems. I like apple products but they're not perfect either. And the problem with MFT is the application, not the operating system. And trust me - I hate microsoft but they're really not to blame in this case. It's all on Ford and Bsquare.

I've asked you not to ridicule other people's statements and opinions about MFT. It's just plain nasty and totally not necessary. Everyone (including you) is entitled to their own opinions and experiences even if you don't like them.

Buy one with a USB interface that doesn't require a separate power supply. Put stuff on it. Plug it in.

I think you just nailed it. Misery loves company.

Seriously? Show me one post where I or anyone else has tried to sweep this under the rug or say that there weren't actual, serious problems. There is a huge difference between one problem every 30 days and having major problems every day. If you can't even acknowledge that then you're not being rational.

Dude - chill out. This isn't something that most people would know about. And you did get a response.

Well duh - of course there should be none. And 2 lockups in 2 months as opposed to having continual problems every single day as others are reporting. That's quite a difference. Nobody said it was a solution. It's a temporary workaround.

And even then only if you're lucky. The Jersey thing is supposedly a "safety" issue. I guess the rest of the country is in grave danger every day. Never could get used to that or the jug handles.

NOWHERE have I ever said or implied that MFT problems weren't real or that people were not having issues. Never. Some people have horrible problems and many have serious issues. However - I will respond to people who imply that EVERYONE is having major MFT problems because there are numerous cases both here and on other forums and in real life where people are using MFT with only a few minor problems, if any. Just trying to keep an honest and accurate perspective on the problem.

I believe the OFFICIAL announcement from Ford said 1Q. The unofficial announcement said end of January and January isn't over yet. You complain they released it too soon without proper testing and now you're complaining because they're waiting to release it until they do proper testing. You're impossible to please.

I'll ping him for you.

My daughter's MFT in her 2012 Focus works flawlessly except for 2 lockups requiring a fuse pull right after she got it 2 months ago. And she's a "real" person.

It's been in beta testing since December. You complained that the first one was released without enough testing so now they're doing extra testing using employees in real world conditions. They'll release it when it's ready. Isn't that what you want?

I meant the fact that you knew how accurate a sniper was........

Near Brookwood maybe?

The fact that you know that scares me a little.......

Reports from beta testers so far have been great. I don't have any doubts this time around.

Sorry - I thought when you said "selective warranty" you were referring to Ford but I see now you were referring to the dealer. My mistake.

Everybody I've seen has had theirs fixed under warranty no questions asked except you. There is something you're not telling us or your dealer isn't telling you.

One pair to each door.

It still says you can't use the message system - not sure why but if you decide to advertise just send a PM to robertlane or email to rlane@warnerrobert.com. In the meantime please remove your website link from your signature and interests. Thanks!

Read through the most recent threads here. You can't miss them. It was originally scheduled for late January but it depends on the results of beta testing so anytime between now and March. Registered owners will get the update in the mail automatically at no charge. It will include a USB stick with new software (self-installable) and a new SD card if you have navigation.