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Ford (NYSE: F) amends major revolving credit and term loan facilities

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Ford Motor Company amended several major credit facilities and its term loan agreement to extend maturities and update key terms. The main syndicated credit agreement now provides $3.4 billion of commitments maturing on April 13, 2029 and $10.1 billion maturing on April 15, 2031. Ford’s supplemental revolving credit facility continues to offer $2.0 billion of commitments, now maturing on April 13, 2029, while the 364-day revolving facility maintains $2.5 billion of commitments maturing on April 14, 2027. The term loan facility keeps $3.0 billion of commitments available through December 31, 2026, with any loans maturing on December 31, 2028. Across these unsecured facilities, Ford must maintain at least $4 billion in specified domestic liquidity, and pricing is no longer adjusted based on sustainability-linked targets.

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Ford extends large credit lines, preserving liquidity under updated terms.

Ford Motor Company refreshed multiple unsecured bank credit facilities, locking in extended maturities for multi-billion-dollar commitments across core revolving and term loan agreements. This helps keep substantial committed funding in place from a broad syndicate of relationship banks.

The facilities retain typical large-corporate covenants, including limits on liens, mergers, and sale-leasebacks, plus a minimum $4 billion domestic liquidity requirement. A notable change is that margins and fees are no longer linked to sustainability-related performance targets, simplifying pricing but removing that incentive mechanism.

Overall, these amendments appear to be balance-sheet housekeeping that sustains Ford’s access to committed liquidity through dates such as 2031. Future disclosures may show how much of these commitments are drawn versus kept as backstop capacity.

Item 1.01 Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement Business
The company signed a significant contract such as a merger agreement, credit facility, or major partnership.
Item 2.03 Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement Financial
The company incurred a new significant debt or off-balance-sheet obligation.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Syndicated credit commitments (2029) $3.4 billion commitments Maturing April 13, 2029 under Amended Credit Agreement
Syndicated credit commitments (2031) $10.1 billion commitments Maturing April 15, 2031 under Amended Credit Agreement
Supplemental revolver size $2.0 billion commitments Maturing April 13, 2029 under Amended Supplemental Revolving Credit Agreement
364-day revolver size $2.5 billion commitments Maturing April 14, 2027 under Amended 364-Day Revolving Credit Agreement
Term loan commitments $3.0 billion commitments Available through December 31, 2026; loans mature December 31, 2028
Minimum liquidity covenant $4 billion Required domestic cash, cash equivalents, loaned and marketable securities and/or availability
Revolving Credit Agreement financial
"Eighth Amendment to its Revolving Credit Agreement dated as of April 23, 2019"
A revolving credit agreement is a flexible loan arrangement where a borrower can borrow, repay, and borrow again up to a set limit, similar to a credit card. It matters because it gives businesses or individuals quick access to funds whenever needed, helping manage cash flow and cover expenses without applying for a new loan each time.
364-Day Revolving Credit Agreement financial
"Fifth Amendment to its 364-Day Revolving Credit Agreement dated as of June 23, 2022"
Term Loan Credit Agreement financial
"First Amendment to its Term Loan Credit Agreement dated as of July 28, 2025"
A term loan credit agreement is a formal contract where a borrower receives a fixed sum of money from a lender and agrees to repay it over a set period with interest, much like a multi‑year mortgage or car loan for a business. It matters to investors because the size, cost and rules of the loan affect a company’s cash flow, risk of default and ability to invest or pay dividends; restrictive conditions can also force operational changes.
liquidity covenant financial
"contain a liquidity covenant that requires Ford to maintain a minimum of $4 billion"
A liquidity covenant is a promise in a loan or bond agreement that the borrower will keep a minimum amount of easily available cash or short‑term assets, or meet a simple cash ratio, so it can pay bills and interest when due. Investors care because it reduces the chance of missed payments or default—think of it as a required safety reserve or fuel gauge that limits risky spending and protects lenders and shareholders by forcing more conservative cash management.
negative pledge financial
"The negative covenants, subject to certain exceptions, include limitations on Ford’s ability... a negative pledge"
sustainability-linked targets financial
"fees... will no longer be adjusted based on whether Ford achieves, or fails to achieve, certain sustainability-linked targets"
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D. C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of
the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report: April 15, 2026
(Date of earliest event reported)

FORD MOTOR COMPANY
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)
1-395038-0549190
(Commission File Number)(IRS Employer Identification No.)
One American Road
Dearborn,Michigan48126
(Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code 313-322-3000

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class
 Trading
Symbol(s)
Name of each exchange
on which registered
Common Stock, par value $.01 per shareFNew York Stock Exchange
6.200% Notes due June 1, 2059FPRBNew York Stock Exchange
6.000% Notes due December 1, 2059FPRCNew York Stock Exchange
6.500% Notes due August 15, 2062FPRDNew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

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Item 1.01. Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement.

Item 2.03. Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant.

On April 15, 2026, Ford Motor Company (“Ford” or “Company”) entered into the Twenty-Third Amendment (the “Twenty-Third Amendment”) to its Credit Agreement dated as of December 15, 2006, as amended and restated as of November 24, 2009, as amended and restated as of April 30, 2014, as amended and restated as of April 30, 2015, and as further amended and restated as of September 29, 2021 (as amended, supplemented, or otherwise modified from time to time prior to April 15, 2026, the “Existing Credit Agreement”) among Ford, the subsidiary borrowers from time to time party thereto, the several lenders from time to time party thereto, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent, and the other agents party thereto. The Twenty-Third Amendment is attached hereto as Exhibit 10.1 and is incorporated by reference herein.

As a result of the Twenty-Third Amendment, the Existing Credit Agreement has been amended effective as of April 15, 2026 (such amended Existing Credit Agreement, the “Amended Credit Agreement”). Prior to the Twenty-Third Amendment, lenders held $3.4 billion of commitments maturing on April 17, 2028 and $10.1 billion of commitments maturing on April 17, 2030. As a result of the Twenty-Third Amendment, lenders have $3.4 billion of commitments maturing on April 13, 2029 and $10.1 billion of commitments maturing on April 15, 2031.

Also on April 15, 2026, Ford entered into the Eighth Amendment (the “Supplemental Eighth Amendment”) to its Revolving Credit Agreement dated as of April 23, 2019, as amended and restated as of September 29, 2021 (as amended, supplemented, or otherwise modified from time to time prior to April 15, 2026, the “Existing Supplemental Revolving Credit Agreement”) among Ford, the several lenders from time to time party thereto, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent, and the other agents party thereto. The Supplemental Eighth Amendment is attached hereto as Exhibit 10.2 and is incorporated by reference herein.

As a result of the Supplemental Eighth Amendment, the Existing Supplemental Revolving Credit Agreement has been amended effective as of April 15, 2026 (such amended Existing Supplemental Revolving Credit Agreement, the “Amended Supplemental Revolving Credit Agreement”). Prior to the Supplemental Eighth Amendment, lenders held revolving commitments totaling $2.0 billion maturing on April 17, 2028. As a result of the Supplemental Eighth Amendment, lenders have $2.0 billion of commitments maturing on April 13, 2029.

Also on April 15, 2026, Ford entered into the Fifth Amendment (the “364-Day Fifth Amendment”) to its 364-Day Revolving Credit Agreement dated as of June 23, 2022 (as amended, supplemented, or otherwise modified from time to time prior to April 15, 2026, the “Existing 364-Day Revolving Credit Agreement”) among Ford, the subsidiary borrowers from time to time party thereto, the several lenders from time to time party thereto, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent, and the other agents party thereto. The 364-Day Fifth Amendment is attached hereto as Exhibit 10.3 and is incorporated by reference herein.

As a result of the 364-Day Fifth Amendment, the Existing 364-Day Revolving Credit Agreement has been amended effective as of April 15, 2026 (such amended Existing 364-Day Revolving Credit Agreement, the “Amended 364-Day Revolving Credit Agreement”). Prior to the 364-Day Fifth Amendment, lenders held revolving commitments totaling $2.5 billion maturing on April 16, 2026. As a result of the 364-Day Fifth Amendment, lenders have $2.5 billion of commitments maturing on April 14, 2027.

Also on April 15, 2026, Ford entered into the First Amendment (the “Term Loan First Amendment”) to its Term Loan Credit Agreement dated as of July 28, 2025 (as amended, supplemented, or otherwise modified from time to time prior to April 15, 2026, the “Existing Term Loan Credit Agreement”) among Ford, the several lenders from time to time party thereto, and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent. The Term Loan First Amendment is attached hereto as Exhibit 10.4 and is incorporated by reference herein.

As a result of the Term Loan First Amendment, the Existing Term Loan Credit Agreement has been amended effective as of April 15, 2026 (such amended Existing Term Loan Credit Agreement, the “Amended Term Loan Credit Agreement,” and, collectively, together with the Amended Credit Agreement, the Amended Supplemental Revolving Credit Agreement, and the Amended 364-Day Revolving Credit Agreement, the “Amended Credit Agreements”). Prior to the Term Loan First Amendment, lenders held $3.0 billion of commitments, which were available to Ford through July 28, 2026. As a result of the Term Loan First Amendment, lenders have $3.0 billion of commitments, which are available to Ford through December



31, 2026. Any unused commitments under the Amended Term Loan Credit Agreement will automatically terminate after that date, and any loans drawn under the Amended Term Loan Credit Agreement will mature on December 31, 2028.

Each credit facility represented by the Amended Credit Agreements is unsecured and Ford has guaranteed the obligations of any subsidiary borrowers thereunder. Interest on borrowings under the Amended Credit Agreements is calculated dependent on the currency of the borrowing, with borrowings in U.S. Dollars generally bearing interest based at market interest rates for Daily Simple SOFR loans or an alternative base rate, each subject to an applicable margin. As a result of the Twenty-Third Amendment, Supplemental Eighth Amendment, and 364-Day Fifth Amendment, the applicable margin and facility fees under the Amended Credit Agreement, Amended Supplemental Revolving Credit Agreement, and Amended 364-Day Revolving Credit Agreement will no longer be adjusted based on whether Ford achieves, or fails to achieve, certain sustainability-linked targets.

The Amended Credit Agreements contain representations, warranties, and covenants that are typical for these types of syndicated corporate credit facilities. The affirmative covenants include delivery of Ford’s financial statements, delivery of compliance certificates and notices of default, maintenance of Ford’s automotive business and corporate existence, and requirements for subsidiaries to guarantee the obligations if Ford fails to maintain at least two investment grade ratings from Fitch, Moody’s, and S&P on its senior, unsecured, long-term indebtedness. The negative covenants, subject to certain exceptions, include limitations on Ford’s ability to merge or consolidate with another person, a limitation on liens, a negative pledge, and a limitation on sale-leaseback transactions. The Amended Credit Agreements are free of material adverse change conditions to borrowing and credit rating triggers that could limit Ford’s ability to obtain funding or trigger early repayment. The Amended Credit Agreements contain a liquidity covenant that requires Ford to maintain a minimum of $4 billion in aggregate of domestic cash, cash equivalents, and loaned and marketable securities and/or availability under the Amended Credit Agreements.

Some of the lenders who are parties to one or more of the Amended Credit Agreements, and their affiliates, have relationships with Ford and its subsidiaries involving the provision of various banking, underwriting, and other financial services.

The foregoing description does not constitute a complete summary of the Amended Credit Agreements and is qualified by reference to the full text of the Amended Credit Agreements.





Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

EXHIBITS
DesignationDescriptionMethod of Filing
Exhibit 10.1
Twenty-Third Amendment dated as of April 15, 2026 to the Credit Agreement dated as of December 15, 2006, as amended and restated as of November 24, 2009, as amended and restated as of April 30, 2014, as amended and restated as of April 30, 2015, as amended and restated as of September 29, 2021*Filed with this Report
Exhibit 10.2
Eighth Amendment dated as of April 15, 2026 to the Revolving Credit Agreement dated as of April 23, 2019, as amended and restated as of September 29, 2021*Filed with this Report
Exhibit 10.3
Fifth Amendment dated as of April 15, 2026 to the 364-Day Revolving Credit Agreement dated as of June 23, 2022*Filed with this Report
Exhibit 10.4
First Amendment dated as of April 15, 2026 to the Term Loan Credit Agreement dated as of July 28, 2025*Filed with this Report
Exhibit 104Cover Page Interactive Data File **
(formatted in Inline XBRL)


*Portions of this exhibit have been omitted pursuant to Rule 601(b)(10) of Regulation S-K. The omitted information is not material, would likely cause competitive harm to the Company if publicly disclosed, and is the type of information that the Company customarily and actually treats as private and confidential.
**
Submitted electronically with this Report in accordance with the provisions of Regulation S-T.



SIGNATURE

    Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

FORD MOTOR COMPANY
(Registrant)
Date: April 15, 2026By:/s/ David J. Witten
David J. Witten
Assistant Secretary


FAQ

What credit facilities did Ford (F) amend in this 8-K?

Ford amended its main syndicated Credit Agreement, its Supplemental Revolving Credit Agreement, its 364-Day Revolving Credit Agreement, and its Term Loan Credit Agreement. These unsecured facilities collectively provide multi-billion-dollar committed funding from banks such as JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. as administrative agent.

How much committed liquidity does Ford (F) have under its main credit agreement?

Under the Amended Credit Agreement, lenders provide $3.4 billion of commitments maturing April 13, 2029 and $10.1 billion maturing April 15, 2031. These lines support Ford’s general corporate funding needs alongside other revolving and term loan facilities.

What changes were made to Ford’s (F) supplemental and 364-day revolving credit lines?

Ford’s Amended Supplemental Revolving Credit Agreement continues to offer $2.0 billion of commitments, now maturing April 13, 2029. The Amended 364-Day Revolving Credit Agreement keeps $2.5 billion of commitments, now maturing April 14, 2027, extending the previous April 16, 2026 maturity date.

How was Ford’s (F) term loan credit facility modified?

The Amended Term Loan Credit Agreement maintains $3.0 billion of commitments, available to Ford through December 31, 2026. Any loans drawn under this facility will mature on December 31, 2028, and unused commitments terminate automatically after December 31, 2026.

What liquidity covenant applies under Ford’s (F) amended credit agreements?

The Amended Credit Agreements include a liquidity covenant requiring Ford to maintain at least $4 billion in aggregate domestic cash, cash equivalents, and loaned and marketable securities and/or availability under the amended facilities, supporting the company’s overall funding flexibility.

Are Ford’s (F) amended credit facilities secured or unsecured?

Each facility covered by the Amended Credit Agreements is unsecured, and Ford guarantees obligations of any subsidiary borrowers. The agreements include standard covenants like a negative pledge, limits on liens, merger restrictions, and conditions for additional subsidiary guarantees if credit ratings fall.

Did Ford (F) change sustainability-linked pricing features in these agreements?

Yes. Following the new amendments, the applicable margin and facility fees under the main, supplemental revolving, and 364-day revolving credit agreements are no longer adjusted based on whether Ford meets specified sustainability-linked targets, removing that prior pricing adjustment mechanism.

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