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Ford Motor Co. Exec Leaves Over 'Inappropriate Behavior'

Internal review found the 30-year veteran of the automotive giant behaved in a way that was inconsistent with its code of conduct.

DEARBORN, MI – Raj Nair, an executive vice president and president of Ford Motor Co. in North America, will leave the company, effective immediately. An internal investigation into reports of inappropriate behavior revealed that his behavior was inconsistent with the company’s code of conduct, the company announced.

"We made this decision after a thorough review and careful consideration," Ford President and CEO Jim Hackett said in a statement. "Ford is deeply committed to providing and nurturing a safe and respectful culture and we expect our leaders to fully uphold these values."

Nair, meanwhile, acknowledged his behavior.

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"I sincerely regret that there have been instances where I have not exhibited leadership behaviors consistent with the principles that the company and I have always espoused," he said. "I continue to have the utmost faith in the people of Ford Motor Co. and wish them continued success in the future."

Nair has been president of Ford North America since June 1, 2017. Prior to that, he served as Ford’s head of global product development and chief technical officer. He joined the company in 1987 as a body and assembly operations launch engineer.

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Nair’s replacement will be subject to an announcement in the near future.

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