Ford Motor (F) 10-K 11 Feb 16 2015 FY Annual report Financial data

DOCUMENT AND ENTITY INFORMATION

DOCUMENT AND ENTITY INFORMATION Document - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Feb. 04, 2016	Jun. 30, 2015
Document Type	10-K
Amendment Flag	false
Document Period End Date	Dec. 31, 2015
Document Fiscal Year Focus	2,015
Document Fiscal Period Focus	FY
Entity Registrant Name	FORD MOTOR CO
Entity Central Index Key	37,996
Current Fiscal Year End Date	--12-31
Entity Filer Category	Large Accelerated Filer
Trading Symbol	F
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer	Yes
Entity Voluntary Filers	No
Entity Current Reporting Status	Yes
Entity Public Float			$ 58,530,047,195
Common Stock [Member]
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding		3,898,661,179
Class B Stock [Member]
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding		70,852,076

CONSOLIDATED AND SECTOR INCOME

CONSOLIDATED AND SECTOR INCOME STATEMENT - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Revenues
Revenues, Sales net Automotive	$ 140,566	$ 135,782	$ 139,369
Revenues, Financial Services	8,992	8,295	7,548
Total revenues	149,558	144,077	146,917
Costs and expenses
Automotive cost of sales	124,041	125,025	120,190
Selling, administrative, and other expenses	14,999	15,716	10,850
Interest expense	3,227	3,496	3,689
Provision for credit and insurance losses	418	305	210
Total costs and expenses	141,911	143,745	134,108
Automotive interest income and other income/(loss), net	1,188	76	974
Financial Services other income/(loss), net	372	348	348
Equity in net income/(loss) of affiliated companies	1,818	1,275	1,069
Income before income taxes	10,252	1,234	14,371
Provision for/(Benefit from) income taxes	2,881	4	2,425
Net income	7,371	1,230	11,946
Less: Income/(Loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests	(2)	(1)	(7)
Net income attributable to Ford Motor Company	$ 7,373	$ 1,231	$ 11,953
Basic income
Basic income (in dollars per share)	$ 1.86	$ 0.31	$ 3.04
Diluted income
Diluted income (in dollars per share)	1.84	0.31	2.94
Cash dividends declared	$ 0.60	$ 0.50	$ 0.40
Automotive [Member]
Revenues
Revenues, Sales net Automotive	$ 140,566	$ 135,782	$ 139,369
Costs and expenses
Automotive cost of sales	124,041	125,025	120,190
Selling, administrative, and other expenses	10,502	11,842	7,671
Total costs and expenses	134,543	136,867	127,861
Interest expense	773	797	829
Provision for credit and insurance losses	1	0	2
Automotive interest income and other income/(loss), net	1,188	76	974
Equity in net income/(loss) of affiliated companies	1,786	1,246	1,046
Income before income taxes	8,224	(560)	12,699
Net income	6,066	(467)	10,546
Financial Services [Member]
Revenues
Revenues, Financial Services	8,992	8,295	7,548
Costs and expenses
Interest expense	2,454	2,699	2,860
Depreciation on vehicles subject to operating leases	3,640	3,098	2,411
Operating and other expenses	857	776	768
Provision for credit and insurance losses	417	305	208
Total costs and expenses	7,368	6,878	6,247
Financial Services other income/(loss), net	372	348	348
Equity in net income/(loss) of affiliated companies	32	29	23
Income before income taxes	2,028	1,794	1,672
Net income	$ 1,305	$ 1,697	$ 1,400

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF COMPR

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Net income	$ 7,371	$ 1,230	$ 11,946
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]
Foreign currency translation	(1,132)		(521)
Marketable securities	(6)		0
Derivative instruments	227		215
Pension and other postretirement benefits	(81)		(47)
Total other comprehensive income/(loss), net of tax	(992)	(240)	(353)
Comprehensive income	6,379	989	11,593
Less: Comprehensive income/(loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests	(2)	0	(7)
Comprehensive income attributable to Ford Motor Company	6,381	989	11,600
Parent [Member]
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]
Foreign currency translation		(36)
Marketable securities		0
Derivative instruments		(182)
Pension and other postretirement benefits		(23)
Total other comprehensive income/(loss), net of tax	$ (992)	$ (241)	$ (353)

CONSOLIDATED AND SECTOR BALANCE

CONSOLIDATED AND SECTOR BALANCE SHEET - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
ASSETS
Cash and cash equivalents	$ 14,272	$ 10,757
Marketable securities	20,904	20,393
Finance receivables, net	90,691	81,111
Other receivables, net	11,284	11,708
Inventories	8,319	7,870
Equity in net assets of affiliated companies	3,224	3,357
Net property	30,163	30,126
Net investment in operating leases	27,093	23,217
Deferred income taxes	11,509	14,024
Other assets	7,466	6,052
Total assets	224,925	208,615
LIABILITIES
Payables	20,272	20,035
Other liabilities and deferred revenue	42,546	44,032
Deferred income tax liabilities	502	570
Total liabilities	196,174	183,808
Redeemable noncontrolling interest	94	342
EQUITY
Capital in excess of par value of stock	21,421	21,089
Retained earnings	14,414	9,422
Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss)	(6,257)	(5,265)
Treasury stock	(977)	(848)
Total equity attributable to Ford Motor Company	28,642	24,438
Equity attributable to noncontrolling interests	15	27
Total equity	28,657	24,465
Total liabilities and equity	224,925	208,615
Common Stock [Member]
EQUITY
Common and Class B Stock	40	39
Class B Stock [Member]
EQUITY
Common and Class B Stock	1	1
Intersector [Member]
ASSETS
Finance receivables, net	5,400	5,000
Deferred income taxes	14,486	15,940
Total assets	227,902	210,531
LIABILITIES
Deferred income tax liabilities	3,479	2,486
Total liabilities	199,151	185,724
EQUITY
Total liabilities and equity	227,902	210,531
Automotive [Member]
ASSETS
Cash and cash equivalents	5,386	4,567
Marketable securities	18,181	17,135
Total cash and marketable securities	23,567	21,702
Receivables, less allowances	5,173	5,789
Inventories	8,319	7,870
Deferred income taxes	3,664	2,050
Other current assets	1,851	1,347
Total current assets	42,574	38,758
Equity in net assets of affiliated companies	3,091	3,216
Net property	30,021	29,795
Net investment in operating leases	2,014	1,699
Deferred income taxes	10,687	13,705
Non-current receivable from Financial Services	0	497
Other assets	3,572	2,497
Total assets	91,959	90,167
LIABILITIES
Payables	19,168	18,876
Other liabilities and deferred revenue	40,724	42,182
Other Liabiliaties and deferred revenue	17,992	17,912
Debt	12,839	13,824
Deferred income taxes	13	270
Debt payable within one year	1,779	2,501
Current payable to Financial Services	694	527
Total current liabilities	39,646	40,086
Long-term Debt	11,060	11,323
Other liabilities and deferred revenue	22,732	24,270
Deferred income taxes	287	367
Non-current payable to Financial Services	389	0
Total liabilities	74,114	76,046
Financial Services [Member]
ASSETS
Cash and cash equivalents	8,886	6,190
Marketable securities	2,723	3,258
Finance receivables, net	96,063	86,141
Equity in net assets of affiliated companies	133	141
Net property	142	331
Net investment in operating leases	25,079	21,518
Other assets	3,059	3,613
Receivable from Automotive	1,083	527
Total assets	137,026	121,388
LIABILITIES
Payables	1,104	1,159
Other liabilities and deferred revenue	1,822	1,850
Debt	120,015	105,347
Deferred income tax liabilities	3,179	1,849
Other liabilities and deferred income	1,822	1,850
Payable to Automotive	0	497
Total liabilities	126,120	110,702
Intersector Eliminations [Member]
ASSETS
Deferred income taxes	(2,977)	(1,916)
Total assets	(1,083)	(1,024)
LIABILITIES
Deferred income tax liabilities	(2,977)	(1,916)
Total liabilities	(1,083)	(1,024)
Variable Interest Entity, Primary Beneficiary [Member]
ASSETS
Cash and cash equivalents	3,949	2,094
Finance receivables, net	45,902	39,522
Net investment in operating leases	13,309	9,631
Other assets	85	27
LIABILITIES
Other liabilities and deferred revenue	19	22
Debt	$ 43,086	$ 37,156

CONSOLIDATED AND SECTOR BALANC5

CONSOLIDATED AND SECTOR BALANCE SHEET (Parenthetical) - USD ($) shares in Millions, $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Common Stock [Member]
EQUITY
Common Stock, par value (in dollars per share)	$ 0.01
Common Stock, shares issued (in shares)	3,960
Common Stock, Shares Authorized	6,000
Class B Stock [Member]
EQUITY
Common Stock, par value (in dollars per share)	$ 0.01
Common Stock, shares issued (in shares)	71
Common Stock, Shares Authorized	530
Automotive [Member]
ASSETS
Allowance for receivables	$ 372	$ 455

CONSOLIDATED AND SECTOR STATEME

CONSOLIDATED AND SECTOR STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Net income	$ 7,371	$ 1,230	$ 11,946
Cash flows from operating activities
Depreciation and tooling amortization	7,993	7,385	6,504
Other amortization	(27)	38	40
Provision for credit and insurance losses	418	305	210
Pension and OPEB expense	511	4,429	(4,930)
Equity investment (earnings)/losses in excess of dividends received	(333)	189	(543)
Foreign currency adjustments	710	825	228
Net (gain)/loss on changes in investments in affiliates	(42)	798	113
Stock compensation	199	180	159
Net change in wholesale and other receivables	(5,090)	(2,208)	(3,044)
Provision for deferred income taxes	2,120	(94)	1,585
Decrease/(Increase) in accounts receivable and other assets	(3,563)	(2,896)	(1,913)
Decrease/(Increase) in Inventories	(1,155)	(936)	(437)
Increase/(Decrease) in accounts payable and accrued and other liabilities	7,758	5,729	1,232
Other	(700)	(467)	(706)
Net cash provided by/(used in) operating activities	16,170	14,507	10,444
Cash flows from investing activities
Capital spending	(7,196)	(7,463)	(6,597)
Acquisitions of finance receivables and operating leases (excluding wholesale and other)	(57,217)	(51,673)	(45,822)
Collections of finance receivables and operating leases (excluding wholesale and other)	38,130	36,497	33,966
Purchases of marketable securities	(41,279)	(48,694)	(119,993)
Sales and maturities of marketable securities	40,766	50,264	118,247
Change related to Venezuelan operations	0	(477)	0
Settlements of derivatives	134	281	(217)
Proceeds from sale of retail finance receivables	0	0	495
Other	500	141	190
Net cash provided by/(used in) investing activities	(26,162)	(21,124)	(19,731)
Cash flows from financing activities
Cash dividends	(2,380)	(1,952)	(1,574)
Purchases of Common Stock	(129)	(1,964)	(213)
Net changes in short-term debt	1,646	(3,870)	(2,927)
Proceeds from issuance of other debt	48,860	40,043	40,543
Principal payments on other debt	(33,358)	(28,859)	(27,953)
Other	(317)	25	257
Net cash provided by/(used in) financing activities	14,322	3,423	8,133
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents	(815)	(517)	(37)
Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents	3,515	(3,711)	(1,191)
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning	10,757	14,468	15,659
Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents	3,515	(3,711)	(1,191)
Cash and cash equivalents, ending	14,272	10,757	14,468
Automotive [Member]
Net income	6,066	(467)	10,546
Cash flows from operating activities
Depreciation and tooling amortization	4,332	4,252	4,064
Other amortization	170	216	198
Provision for credit and insurance losses	1	0	2
Pension and OPEB expense	511	4,429	(4,930)
Equity investment (earnings)/losses in excess of dividends received	(302)	216	(529)
Foreign currency adjustments	725	827	227
Net (gain)/loss on changes in investments in affiliates	(42)	798	113
Stock compensation	189	172	152
Net change in wholesale and other receivables	0	0	0
Provision for deferred income taxes	703	(674)	1,952
Decrease/(Increase) in intersector receivables/payables	877	(83)	(136)
Decrease/(Increase) in accounts receivable and other assets	(3,692)	(2,825)	(1,359)
Decrease/(Increase) in Inventories	(1,155)	(936)	(437)
Increase/(Decrease) in accounts payable and accrued and other liabilities	7,610	6,224	495
Other	(349)	(244)	(222)
Interest Supplements And Residual Value Support	(3,350)	(3,141)	(2,398)
Net cash provided by/(used in) operating activities	12,294	8,764	7,738
Cash flows from investing activities
Capital spending	(7,147)	(7,360)	(6,566)
Acquisitions of finance receivables and operating leases (excluding wholesale and other)	0	0	0
Collections of finance receivables and operating leases (excluding wholesale and other)	0	0	0
Purchases of marketable securities	(29,080)	(35,096)	(89,676)
Sales and maturities of marketable securities	28,062	38,028	87,799
Change related to Venezuelan operations	0	(477)	0
Settlements of derivatives	(76)	247	(284)
Proceeds from sale of retail finance receivables	0	0	0
Other	430	77	171
Investing activity (to)/from Financial Services	293	322	445
Interest Supplements And Residual Value Support From Automotive	0	0	0
Net cash provided by/(used in) investing activities	(7,518)	(4,259)	(8,111)
Cash flows from financing activities
Cash dividends	(2,380)	(1,952)	(1,574)
Purchases of Common Stock	(129)	(1,964)	(213)
Net changes in short-term debt	500	(126)	(133)
Proceeds from issuance of other debt	836	185	2,250
Principal payments on other debt	(2,156)	(1,010)	(1,439)
Other	(216)	134	287
Financing activity to/(from) Automotive	0	0	0
Net cash provided by/(used in) financing activities	(3,545)	(4,733)	(822)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents	(412)	(164)	(93)
Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents	819	(392)	(1,288)
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning	4,567	4,959	6,247
Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents	819	(392)	(1,288)
Cash and cash equivalents, ending	5,386	4,567	4,959
Financial Services [Member]
Net income	1,305	1,697	1,400
Cash flows from operating activities
Depreciation and tooling amortization	3,661	3,133	2,440
Other amortization	(197)	(178)	(158)
Provision for credit and insurance losses	417	305	208
Pension and OPEB expense	0	0	0
Equity investment (earnings)/losses in excess of dividends received	(31)	(27)	(14)
Foreign currency adjustments	(15)	(2)	1
Net (gain)/loss on changes in investments in affiliates	0	0	0
Stock compensation	10	8	7
Net change in wholesale and other receivables	(5,090)	(2,208)	(3,044)
Provision for deferred income taxes	1,417	580	(367)
Decrease/(Increase) in intersector receivables/payables	(877)	83	136
Decrease/(Increase) in accounts receivable and other assets	129	(71)	(554)
Decrease/(Increase) in Inventories	0	0	0
Increase/(Decrease) in accounts payable and accrued and other liabilities	148	(495)	737
Other	(351)	(223)	(484)
Interest Supplements And Residual Value Support	0	0	0
Net cash provided by/(used in) operating activities	5,616	4,810	3,352
Cash flows from investing activities
Capital spending	(49)	(103)	(31)
Acquisitions of finance receivables and operating leases (excluding wholesale and other)	(57,217)	(51,673)	(45,822)
Collections of finance receivables and operating leases (excluding wholesale and other)	38,130	36,497	33,966
Purchases of marketable securities	(12,199)	(13,598)	(30,317)
Sales and maturities of marketable securities	12,704	12,236	30,448
Change related to Venezuelan operations	0	0	0
Settlements of derivatives	210	34	67
Proceeds from sale of retail finance receivables	0	0	495
Other	70	64	19
Investing activity (to)/from Financial Services	0	0	0
Interest Supplements And Residual Value Support From Automotive	3,350	3,141	2,398
Net cash provided by/(used in) investing activities	(20,091)	(15,610)	(11,821)
Cash flows from financing activities
Cash dividends	0	0	0
Purchases of Common Stock	0	0	0
Net changes in short-term debt	1,146	(3,744)	(2,794)
Proceeds from issuance of other debt	48,024	39,858	38,293
Principal payments on other debt	(31,202)	(27,849)	(26,514)
Other	(101)	(109)	(30)
Financing activity to/(from) Automotive	(293)	(322)	(445)
Net cash provided by/(used in) financing activities	17,574	7,834	8,510
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents	(403)	(353)	56
Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents	2,696	(3,319)	97
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning	6,190	9,509	9,412
Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents	2,696	(3,319)	97
Cash and cash equivalents, ending	$ 8,886	$ 6,190	$ 9,509

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF EQUIT

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF EQUITY - USD ($) $ in Millions	Total	Parent [Member]	Capital Stock [Member]	Capital in Excess of Par Value of Stock [Member]	Retained Earnings/(Accumulated Deficit) [Member]	Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Member]	Treasury Stock [Member]	Equity (Deficit) Attributable to Non-controlling Interests [Member]
Equity/(deficit) attributable to Ford Motor Company at Dec. 31, 2012	$ 15,882		$ 40	$ 20,976	$ (171)	$ (4,671)	$ (292)
Equity/(Deficit) attributable to noncontrolling interests at Dec. 31, 2012	42
Total equity/(deficit) at Dec. 31, 2012	15,924
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Net income attributable to Ford Motor Company	11,953		0	0	11,953	0	0
Income/(Loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests	(7)
Net income	11,946
Other comprehensive income/(loss), net of tax	(353)	$ (353)	0	0	0	(353)	0	$ 0
Common stock issued (including share-based compensation impacts)	446	446	0	446	0	0	0	0
Treasury stock/other	(216)	(214)	0	0	0	0	(214)	(2)
Cash dividends declared	(1,574)	(1,574)	0	0	(1,574)	0	0	0
Equity/(deficit) attributable to Ford Motor Company at Dec. 31, 2013	26,140		40	21,422	10,208	(5,024)	(506)
Equity/(Deficit) attributable to noncontrolling interests at Dec. 31, 2013	33
Total equity/(deficit) at Dec. 31, 2013	26,173
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Net income attributable to Ford Motor Company	1,231		0	0	1,231	0	0
Income/(Loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests	(1)
Net income	1,230
Other comprehensive income/(loss), net of tax	(240)	(241)	0	0	0	(241)	0	1
Common stock issued (including share-based compensation impacts)	314	314	0	314	0	0	0	0
Treasury stock/other	(1,058)	(1,054)	0	(647)	(65)	0	(342)	(4)
Cash dividends declared	(1,954)	(1,952)	0	0	(1,952)	0	0	(2)
Equity/(deficit) attributable to Ford Motor Company at Dec. 31, 2014	24,438		40	21,089	9,422	(5,265)	(848)
Equity/(Deficit) attributable to noncontrolling interests at Dec. 31, 2014	27
Total equity/(deficit) at Dec. 31, 2014	24,465
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Net income attributable to Ford Motor Company	7,373		0	0	7,373	0	0
Income/(Loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests	(2)
Net income	7,371
Other comprehensive income/(loss), net of tax	(992)	(992)	0	0	0	(992)	0	0
Common stock issued (including share-based compensation impacts)	333	333	1	332	0	0	0	0
Treasury stock/other	(134)	(130)	0	0	(1)	0	(129)	(4)
Cash dividends declared	(2,386)	$ (2,380)	0	0	(2,380)	0	0	$ (6)
Equity/(deficit) attributable to Ford Motor Company at Dec. 31, 2015	28,642		$ 41	$ 21,421	$ 14,414	$ (6,257)	$ (977)
Equity/(Deficit) attributable to noncontrolling interests at Dec. 31, 2015	15
Total equity/(deficit) at Dec. 31, 2015	$ 28,657

Presentation (Notes)

Presentation (Notes)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]
PRESENTATION	PRESENTATION For purposes of this report, “Ford,” the “Company,” “we,” “our,” “us”, or similar references mean Ford Motor Company, our consolidated subsidiaries, and our consolidated VIEs of which we are the primary beneficiary, unless the context requires otherwise. We prepare our financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States (“GAAP”). We present the financial statements on both a consolidated basis and on a sector basis for our Automotive and Financial Services sectors. The additional information provided in the sector statements enables the reader to better understand the operating performance, financial position, cash flows, and liquidity of our two very different businesses. We eliminate all intercompany items in the consolidated and sector balance sheets. In certain circumstances, presentation of these intercompany eliminations or consolidated adjustments differ between the consolidated and sector financial statements. These line items are reconciled below under “Reconciliations between Consolidated and Sector Financial Statements” or in the related financial statements and footnotes. We reclassified certain prior year amounts in our consolidated financial statements to conform to current year presentation. Change in Accounting Pension and Other Postretirement Employee Benefits (“OPEB”). On December 31, 2015, we adopted a change in accounting method for certain components of expense related to our defined benefit pension and OPEB plans. Under the new method, we recognize remeasurement gains and losses immediately in net income and use fair value to calculate the expected return on plan assets. Historically, we recognized remeasurement gains and losses as a component of Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss) and amortized them as a component of net periodic benefit cost, subject to a corridor, over the remaining service period of our active employees. In addition, we previously used a market-related value of plan assets that recognized changes in fair value over time to calculate the expected return on plan assets. We believe this change in accounting method is preferable as it better recognizes the current performance of our pension and OPEB plans in our net income in the year incurred. Additionally, our segment reporting shown in Note 24 now provides better transparency into the underlying operating results of Ford’s Automotive business units. We have retrospectively applied this change in accounting method to all prior periods. As of January 1, 2013, the cumulative effect of the change resulted in a decrease of $18 billion in Retained earnings and an increase of $18 billion in Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss), both components of total equity in our consolidated and sector balance sheets. NOTE 1. PRESENTATION (Continued) The effect of the change related to our defined benefit pension and OPEB plans on our consolidated financial statements at December 31 was as follows (in millions, except per share amounts): 2015 2014 2013 Effect of Change Higher/(Lower) As Revised Previously Reported Effect of Change Higher/(Lower) As Revised Previously Reported Effect of Change Higher/(Lower) Income statement Automotive cost of sales $ (581 ) $ 125,025 $ 123,516 $ 1,509 $ 120,190 $ 125,195 $ (5,005 ) Selling, administrative, and other expenses (337 ) 15,716 14,117 1,599 10,850 13,176 (2,326 ) Income before income taxes 918 1,234 4,342 (3,108 ) 14,371 7,040 7,331 Provision for/(Benefit from) income taxes 293 4 1,156 (1,152 ) 2,425 (135 ) 2,560 Net income 625 1,230 3,186 (1,956 ) 11,946 7,175 4,771 Net income attributable to Ford Motor Company 625 1,231 3,187 (1,956 ) 11,953 7,182 4,771 Basic earnings per share attributable to Ford Motor Company 0.16 0.31 0.81 (0.50 ) 3.04 1.83 1.21 Diluted earnings per share attributable to Ford Motor Company 0.15 0.31 0.80 (0.49 ) 2.94 1.77 1.17 2015 2014 Effect of Change Higher/ (Lower) As Revised Previously Reported Effect of Change Higher/ (Lower) Balance sheet Inventories $ (61 ) $ 7,870 $ 7,866 $ 4 Deferred income taxes, net 79 13,454 13,069 385 Other assets — 6,052 6,353 (301 ) Other liabilities and deferred revenue 2 44,032 43,577 455 Retained earnings/(Accumulated deficit) (14,509 ) 9,422 24,556 (15,134 ) Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss) 14,525 (5,265 ) (20,032 ) 14,767 2015 2014 2013 Effect of Change Higher/(Lower) As Revised Previously Reported Effect of Change Higher/(Lower) As Revised Previously Reported Effect of Change Higher/(Lower) Cash flows from operating activities Net income $ 625 $ 1,230 $ 3,186 $ (1,956 ) $ 11,946 $ 7,175 $ 4,771 Pension and OPEB expense (997 ) 4,429 1,249 3,180 (4,930 ) 2,543 (7,473 ) Provision for deferred income taxes 293 (94 ) 1,063 (1,157 ) 1,585 (848 ) 2,433 Decrease/(Increase) in accounts receivable and other assets — (2,896 ) (2,897 ) 1 (1,913 ) (2,040 ) 127 Decrease/(Increase) in inventory 65 (936 ) (875 ) (61 ) (437 ) (572 ) 135 Increase/(Decrease) in accounts payable and accrued and other liabilities 14 5,729 5,734 (5 ) 1,232 1,231 1 Other — (467 ) (465 ) (2 ) (706 ) (712 ) 6 Total cash flows from operating activities was unchanged. NOTE 1. PRESENTATION (Continued) In the first quarter of 2015, we recorded a $782 million adjustment to correct for an understatement in the year-end 2014 valuation of our U.S. pension benefit obligation. The adjustment reduced Other assets by $301 million and increased Other liabilities and deferred revenue by $481 million . The resulting after-tax adjustment to Other comprehensive income was a loss of $508 million . We originally determined this adjustment to be immaterial to our current or prior period financial statements. As a result of the change in accounting described above and the retrospective application to 2014, this after-tax loss is now reported in the revised 2014 Net income and also reflected in the related balance sheet amounts as of December 31, 2014. Reconciliations between Consolidated and Sector Financial Statements Sector to Consolidated Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities. The difference between the total assets and total liabilities as presented on our sector balance sheet and consolidated balance sheet is the result of netting deferred income tax assets and liabilities. The reconciliation between the totals for the sector and consolidated balance sheets at December 31 was as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Sector balance sheet presentation of deferred income tax assets Automotive sector current deferred income tax assets $ 3,664 $ 2,050 Automotive sector non-current deferred income tax assets 10,687 13,705 Financial Services sector deferred income tax assets (a) 135 185 Total 14,486 15,940 Reclassification for netting of deferred income taxes (2,977 ) (1,916 ) Consolidated balance sheet presentation of deferred income tax assets $ 11,509 $ 14,024 Sector balance sheet presentation of deferred income tax liabilities Automotive sector current deferred income tax liabilities $ 13 $ 270 Automotive sector non-current deferred income tax liabilities 287 367 Financial Services sector deferred income tax liabilities 3,179 1,849 Total 3,479 2,486 Reclassification for netting of deferred income taxes (2,977 ) (1,916 ) Consolidated balance sheet presentation of deferred income tax liabilities $ 502 $ 570 __________ (a) Included in Financial Services Other assets on our sector balance sheet. Certain Transactions Between Automotive and Financial Services Sectors Intersector transactions occur in the ordinary course of business. Additional detail regarding certain transactions and the effect on each sector’s balance sheet at December 31 was as follows (in billions): 2015 2014 Automotive Financial Services Automotive Financial Services Finance receivables, net (a) $ 5.4 $ 5.0 Unearned interest supplements and residual support (b) (4.5 ) (3.9 ) Wholesale/Other receivables (c) 0.8 0.8 Net investment in operating leases (d) 0.7 0.6 Intersector receivables/(payables) (e) $ (1.1 ) 1.1 $ — — __________ (a) Automotive sector receivables (generated primarily from vehicle and parts sales to third parties) sold to Ford Motor Credit Company LLC (“Ford Credit”). These receivables are classified as Other receivables, net on our consolidated balance sheet and Finance receivables, net on our sector balance sheet. (b) We pay amounts to Ford Credit at the point of retail financing or lease origination that represent interest supplements and residual support. (c) Primarily wholesale receivables with entities that are consolidated subsidiaries of Ford. (d) Sale-leaseback agreement between Automotive and Financial Services sectors relating to vehicles that we lease to our employees. (e) Reflects amounts owed to the Financial Services sector by Automotive sector (these amounts include the balances related to the Wholesale/Other receivables described above).

Summary of Accounting Policies

Summary of Accounting Policies (Notes)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Significant Accounting Policies [Text Block]	SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES For each accounting topic that is addressed in its own footnote, the description of the accounting policy may be found in the related footnote. Other significant accounting policies are described below. Use of Estimates The preparation of financial statements requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect our results. Estimates are used to account for certain items such as marketing accruals, warranty costs, employee benefit programs, etc. Estimates are based on assumptions that we believe are reasonable under the circumstances. Due to the inherent uncertainty involved with estimates, actual results may differ. Foreign Currency We remeasure monetary assets and liabilities denominated in a currency that is different from a reporting entity’s functional currency from the transactional currency to the legal entity’s functional currency. The effect of this remeasurement process, and the results of our foreign currency hedging activities are reported in Automotive cost of sales, Selling, administrative, and other expenses, and Automotive interest income and other income, net . The pre-tax losses for this activity were $524 million , $510 million , and $349 million , for the years ended 2015 , 2014 , and 2013 , respectively. Generally, our foreign subsidiaries use the local currency as their functional currency. We translate the assets and liabilities of our foreign subsidiaries from their respective functional currencies to U.S. dollars using end-of-period exchange rates. Changes in the carrying value of these assets and liabilities attributable to fluctuations in exchange rates are recognized in Foreign currency translation , a component of Other comprehensive income/(Ioss). Upon sale or upon complete or substantially complete liquidation of an investment in a foreign subsidiary, the amount of accumulated foreign currency translation related to the entity is reclassified to income and recognized as part of the gain or loss on the investment. Restricted Cash Cash and cash equivalents that are restricted as to withdrawal or use under the terms of certain contractual agreements are recorded in Other assets on our balance sheet. Our Automotive sector restricted cash balances primarily include various escrow agreements related to legal, insurance, customs, and environmental matters. Our Financial Services sector restricted cash balances primarily include cash held to meet certain local governmental and regulatory reserve requirements and cash held under the terms of certain contractual agreements. Restricted cash does not include required minimum balances or cash securing debt issued through securitization transactions. The balance at December 31, 2015 was immaterial. Trade Receivables Trade receivables, recorded on our consolidated balance sheet in Other receivables, net , consist primarily of Automotive sector receivables for vehicles, parts, and accessories. Trade receivables initially are recorded at the transaction amount. We record an allowance for doubtful accounts representing our estimate of the probable losses. Each reporting period, we evaluate the collectability of the receivables. Additions to the allowance for doubtful accounts are made by recording charges to bad debt expense reported in Automotive cost of sales . Net Intangible Assets We capitalize and amortize our finite-lived intangible assets over their estimated useful lives. Indefinite-lived intangible assets are not amortized, but are tested for impairment annually or more frequently if events or circumstances indicate the assets may be impaired. Our intangible assets are comprised primarily of license and advertising agreements, land rights, patents, customer contracts, and technology. Our indefinite-lived intangibles were tested for impairment in 2015 and no impairment was required. The net carrying amount of our intangible assets was $124 million and $133 million at December 31, 2015 and 2014 , respectively, and are reported in Other assets on our balance sheet. Amortization was, and is expected to be, less than $17 million a year through 2020 . NOTE 2. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued) Long-Lived Asset Impairment We test long-lived asset groups for recoverability at the operating segment level when changes in circumstances indicate the carrying value may not be recoverable. Events that trigger a test for recoverability include material adverse changes in projected revenues and expenses, significant underperformance relative to historical and projected future operating results, significant negative industry or economic trends, and a significant adverse change in the manner in which an asset group is used or in its physical condition. When a triggering event occurs, a test for recoverability is performed, comparing projected undiscounted future cash flows to the carrying value of the asset group. If the test for recoverability identifies a possible impairment, the asset group’s fair value is measured relying primarily on a discounted cash flow method. An impairment charge is recognized for the amount by which the carrying value of the asset group exceeds its estimated fair value. When an impairment loss is recognized for assets to be held and used, the adjusted carrying amount of those assets is depreciated over their remaining useful life. No impairment of long-lived assets was recorded in 2015. Revenue Recognition — Automotive Sector Automotive revenue is generated primarily by sales of vehicles, parts, and accessories. Revenue is recorded when all risks and rewards of ownership are transferred to our customers (generally dealers and distributors). For the majority of our sales, this occurs when products are shipped from our manufacturing facilities. When we give our dealers the right to return eligible parts for credit, we reduce the related revenue for expected returns. We sell vehicles to fleet customers, primarily daily rental car companies, subject to guaranteed repurchase options. These vehicles are accounted for as operating leases. At the time of sale, the proceeds are recorded as deferred revenue in Other liabilities and deferred revenue . The difference between the proceeds and the guaranteed repurchase amount is recognized in Automotive revenues over the term of the lease using a straight line method. The cost of the vehicle is recorded in Net investment in operating leases and the difference between the cost of the vehicle and the estimated auction value is depreciated in Automotive cost of sales over the term of the lease. Proceeds from the sale of the vehicle at auction are recognized in Automotive revenues at the time of sale. On average, leases now remain outstanding for approximately one year ; accordingly, we have reclassified Net investment in operating leases from current assets to non-current assets. We have reclassified our prior year sector statements to conform to current year presentation. Revenue Recognition — Financial Services Sector Financial Services revenue is generated primarily from interest on finance receivables (including direct financing leases). Interest is recognized using the interest method, and includes the amortization of certain direct origination costs. Revenue from payments received on operating leases is recognized on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease. Revenue from interest on finance receivables and operating leases is discontinued at the time a receivable or account is determined to be uncollectible. Finance and Lease Incentives We offer special financing and lease incentives to customers who choose to finance or lease Ford or Lincoln brand vehicles from Ford Credit. The estimated cost for these incentives is recorded as a reduction to Automotive revenues when the vehicle is sold to the dealer. Ford Credit records a reduction to the finance receivable or reduces the cost of the vehicle operating lease when it records the underlying finance contract and we transfer to it the amount of the incentive on behalf of the dealer’s customer. See Note 1 for additional information regarding transactions between Automotive and Financial Services sectors. The Financial Services sector recognized interest revenue of $1.3 billion , $1.4 billion , and $1.5 billion in 2015 , 2014 , and 2013 , respectively, and lower depreciation of $1.5 billion , $1.3 billion , and $946 million in 2015 , 2014 and 2013 , respectively associated with these incentives. NOTE 2. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued) Sales and Marketing Incentives Sales and marketing incentives generally are recognized by the Automotive sector as revenue reductions in Automotive revenues . The incentives generally take the form of cash payments to dealers and dealers’ customers. The reduction to revenue is accrued at the later of the date the related vehicle is sold or the date the incentive program is both approved and communicated. We generally estimate these accruals using incentive programs that are approved as of the balance sheet date and are expected to be effective at the beginning of the subsequent period. Supplier Price Adjustments We frequently negotiate price adjustments with our suppliers throughout a production cycle, even after receiving production material. These price adjustments relate to changes in design specifications or other commercial terms such as economics, productivity, and competitive pricing. We recognize price adjustments when we reach final agreement with our suppliers. In general, we avoid direct price changes in consideration of future business; however, when these occur, our policy is to defer the financial statement impact of any such price change given explicitly in consideration of future business where guaranteed volumes are specified. Raw Material Arrangements We may, at times, negotiate prices for and facilitate the purchase of raw materials on behalf of our suppliers. These raw material arrangements, which take place independently of any purchase orders issued to our suppliers, are negotiated at arms’ length and do not involve volume guarantees. When we pass the risks and rewards of ownership to our suppliers, including inventory risk, market price risk, and credit risk for the raw material, we record both the cost of the raw material and the income from the subsequent sale to the supplier in Automotive cost of sales . Government Incentives We receive incentives from U.S. and non-U.S. governmental entities in the form of tax rebates or credits, grants, and loans. Government incentives are recorded in the financial statements in accordance with their purpose, either as a reduction of expense, a reduction of the cost of the capital investment, or other income. The benefit is recorded when all conditions attached to the incentive have been met and there is reasonable assurance of receipt. Employee Bonus and Lump-sum Payments Performance-based and inflation - protection employee bonuses are accrued throughout the period in which services are provided and the bonus is earned. Lump-sum cash bonuses paid in connection with signing a union contract are recognized entirely in the period that the contract negotiations are finalized and ratified. Effective November 23, 2015, we signed a new agreement with the International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace, and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (“UAW”) covering approximately 53,000 employees in the United States. The agreement established wages, benefits, and a variety of bonus payments for covered employees over a four -year period. The agreement also provided for a lump-sum ratification bonus of $8,500 per employee which we have reported in Automotive cost of sales . Selected Other Costs Engineering, research, and development expenses, primarily salaries, materials, and associated costs, are reported in Automotive cost of sales ; advertising costs are reported in Selling, administrative, and other expenses . Engineering, research, and development costs are expensed as incurred when performed internally or when performed by a supplier if we guarantee reimbursement. Advertising costs are expensed as incurred. Engineering, research, development, and advertising expenses for the years ended December 31 were as follows (in billions): 2015 2014 2013 Engineering, research, and development $ 6.7 $ 6.7 $ 6.2 Advertising 4.3 4.3 4.4 NOTE 2. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued) Presentation of Sales and Sales-Related Taxes We collect and remit taxes assessed by different governmental authorities that are both imposed on and concurrent with a revenue-producing transaction between us and our customers. These taxes may include, but are not limited to, sales, use, value-added, and some excise taxes. We report the collection of these taxes on a net basis (excluded from revenues).

New Accounting Standards

New Accounting Standards	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
New Accounting Pronouncements and Changes in Accounting Principles [Abstract]
NEW ACCOUNTING STANDARDS	NEW ACCOUNTING STANDARDS Adoption of New Accounting Standards We adopted the following standards during 2015, none of which have a material impact to our financial statements or financial statement disclosures: Standard Effective Date 2015-11 Inventory - Simplifying the Measurement of Inventory - see Note 8 December 31, 2015 2015-07 Fair Value Measurement - Disclosures for Investments in Certain Entities that Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent) - see Note 12 December 31, 2015 2015-03 Imputation of Interest - Simplifying the Presentation of Debt Issuance Costs - see Note 13 December 31, 2015 Accounting Standards Issued But Not Yet Adopted Accounting Standard Update (“ASU”) 2014-09, Revenue - Revenue from Contracts with Customers. In May 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued a new accounting standard that requires recognition of revenue to depict the transfer of promised goods or services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which we expect to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services. The new standard supersedes U.S. GAAP guidance on revenue recognition and requires the use of more estimates and judgments than the present standards, as well as additional disclosures. The FASB issued ASU 2015-14 to defer the original effective date from January 1, 2017 to January 1, 2018, while allowing for early adoption as of January 1, 2017. The new accounting standard is expected to have an impact to our income statement, balance sheet, and financial statement disclosures and we are reviewing our arrangements to evaluate the impact and method of adoption.

Fair Value Measurements (Notes)

Fair Value Measurements (Notes)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS	FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS Cash equivalents, marketable securities, and derivative financial instruments are remeasured and presented on our financial statements on a recurring basis at fair value, while other assets and liabilities are measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis. Fair Value Measurements In measuring fair value, we use various valuation methods and prioritize the use of observable inputs. The use of observable and unobservable inputs and their significance in measuring fair value are reflected in our fair value hierarchy. • Level 1 - inputs include quoted prices for identical instruments and are the most observable • Level 2 - inputs include quoted prices for similar instruments and observable inputs such as interest rates, currency exchange rates, and yield curves • Level 3 - inputs include data not observable in the market and reflect management judgment about the assumptions market participants would use in pricing the instruments Transfers into and transfers out of the hierarchy levels are recognized as if they had taken place at the end of the reporting period. Valuation Methods Cash and Cash Equivalents. Included in Cash and cash equivalents are highly liquid investments that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash and are subject to an insignificant risk of change in value due to interest rate, quoted price, or penalty on withdrawal. A debt security is classified as a cash equivalent if it meets these criteria and if it has a remaining time to maturity of three months or less from the date of acquisition . Amounts on deposit and available upon demand, or negotiated to provide for daily liquidity without penalty, are classified as Cash and cash equivalents . Time deposits, certificates of deposit, and money market accounts that meet the above criteria are reported at par value on our balance sheet and are excluded from the tables below. Marketable Securities . Investments in securities with a maturity date greater than three months at the date of purchase and other securities for which there is more than an insignificant risk of change in value due to interest rate, quoted price, or penalty on withdrawal are classified as Marketable securities . We generally measure fair value using prices obtained from pricing services. Pricing methods and inputs to valuation models used by the pricing services depend on the security type (i.e., asset class). Where possible, fair values are generated using market inputs including quoted prices (the closing price in an exchange market), bid prices (the price at which a buyer stands ready to purchase), and other market information. For fixed income securities that are not actively traded, the pricing services use alternative methods to determine fair value for the securities, including quotes for similar fixed-income securities, matrix pricing, discounted cash flow using benchmark curves, or other factors. In certain cases, when market data are not available, we may use broker quotes to determine fair value. An annual review is performed on the security prices received from our pricing services, which includes discussion and analysis of the inputs used by the pricing services to value our securities. We also compare the price of certain securities sold close to the quarter end to the price of the same security at the balance sheet date to ensure the reported fair value is reasonable. Realized gains and losses and interest income on all of our marketable securities, and unrealized gains and losses on securities not classified as available for sale (“AFS”), are recorded in Automotive interest income and other income/(expense), net and Financial Services other income/(loss), net . Unrealized gains and losses on AFS securities are recognized in Unrealized gains and losses on securities , a component of Other comprehensive income/(loss) . Realized gains and losses and reclassifications of accumulated other comprehensive income into net income are measured using the specific identification method. NOTE 4. FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS (Continued) Included in non-U.S. government and agencies marketable securities at December 31, 2015 are AFS securities with an aggregate fair value of $70 million , an amortized cost basis of $82 million , and unrealized losses of $12 million . All of these securities have a maturity date between one and five years as of the balance sheet date. During 2015, proceeds and realized gains/(losses) from the sale of AFS securities were $1 million and $0 , respectively. We regularly evaluate whether unrealized losses on AFS securities are temporary in nature. If losses are determined to be other than temporary and we do not expect to recover the carrying amount of the security, we reclassify unrecognized losses into income. We have determined that none of our AFS securities are impaired at December 31, 2015. We did not have any AFS securities at December 31, 2014. Derivative Financial Instruments. Our derivatives are over-the-counter customized derivative transactions and are not exchange traded. We estimate the fair value of these instruments using industry-standard valuation models such as a discounted cash flow. These models project future cash flows and discount the future amounts to a present value using market-based expectations for interest rates, foreign exchange rates, commodity prices, and the contractual terms of the derivative instruments. The discount rate used is the relevant interbank deposit rate (e.g., LIBOR) plus an adjustment for non-performance risk. The adjustment reflects the full credit default swap (“CDS”) spread applied to a net exposure, by counterparty, considering the master netting agreements and any posted collateral. We use our counterparty’s CDS spread when we are in a net asset position and our own CDS spread when we are in a net liability position. In certain cases, market data is not available and we use broker quotes and models (e.g., Black-Scholes) to determine fair value. This includes situations where there is lack of liquidity for a particular currency or commodity, or when the instrument is longer dated. Finance Receivables. We measure finance receivables at fair value for purposes of disclosure (see Note 5 ) using internal valuation models. These models project future cash flows of financing contracts based on scheduled contract payments (including principal and interest). The projected cash flows are discounted to present value based on assumptions regarding credit losses, pre-payment speed, and applicable spreads to approximate current rates. Our assumptions regarding pre-payment speed and credit losses are based on historical performance. The fair value of finance receivables is categorized within Level 3 of the hierarchy. On a nonrecurring basis, we also measure at fair value retail contracts greater than 120 days past due or deemed to be uncollectible , and individual dealer loans probable of foreclosure. We use the fair value of collateral, adjusted for estimated costs to sell, to determine the fair value of our receivables. The collateral for a retail receivable is the vehicle financed, and for dealer loans is real estate or other property. The fair value of collateral for retail receivables is calculated by multiplying the outstanding receivable balances by the average recovery value percentage. The fair value of collateral for dealer loans is determined by reviewing various appraisals, which include total adjusted appraised value of land and improvements, alternate use appraised value, broker’s opinion of value, and purchase offers. Debt. We measure debt at fair value for purposes of disclosure (see Note 13 ) using quoted prices for our own debt with approximately the same remaining maturities. Where quoted prices are not available, we estimate fair value using discounted cash flows and market-based expectations for interest rates, credit risk, and the contractual terms of the debt instruments. For certain short-term debt with an original maturity date of one year or less, we assume that book value is a reasonable approximation of the debt’s fair value. The fair value of debt is categorized within Level 2 of the hierarchy. NOTE 4. FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS (Continued) Input Hierarchy of Items Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis The following tables categorize the fair values of items measured at fair value on a recurring basis at December 31 on our balance sheet (in millions): 2015 2014 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total Automotive Sector Assets Cash equivalents – financial instruments U.S. government and agencies $ 115 $ 22 $ — $ 137 $ — $ 64 $ — $ 64 Non-U.S. government and agencies — 173 — 173 — 122 — 122 Corporate debt — 20 — 20 — 20 — 20 Total cash equivalents (a) 115 215 — 330 — 206 — 206 Marketable securities U.S. government and agencies 1,623 5,240 — 6,863 969 5,789 — 6,758 Non-U.S. government and agencies — 7,451 — 7,451 — 7,004 — 7,004 Corporate debt — 3,279 — 3,279 — 2,738 — 2,738 Equities 240 — — 240 322 — — 322 Other marketable securities — 348 — 348 — 313 — 313 Total marketable securities 1,863 16,318 — 18,181 1,291 15,844 — 17,135 Derivative financial instruments (b) — 928 — 928 — 517 — 517 Total assets at fair value $ 1,978 $ 17,461 $ — $ 19,439 $ 1,291 $ 16,567 $ — $ 17,858 Liabilities Derivative financial instruments (b) $ — $ 628 $ 2 $ 630 $ — $ 710 $ 3 $ 713 Total liabilities at fair value $ — $ 628 $ 2 $ 630 $ — $ 710 $ 3 $ 713 Financial Services Sector Assets Cash equivalents – financial instruments Non-U.S. government and agencies $ — $ 266 $ — $ 266 $ — $ 341 $ — $ 341 Corporate debt — — — — — 10 — 10 Total cash equivalents (a) — 266 — 266 — 351 — 351 Marketable securities U.S. government and agencies 298 1,169 — 1,467 17 1,251 — 1,268 Non-U.S. government and agencies — 832 — 832 — 405 — 405 Corporate debt — 384 — 384 — 1,555 — 1,555 Other marketable securities — 40 — 40 — 30 — 30 Total marketable securities 298 2,425 — 2,723 17 3,241 — 3,258 Derivative financial instruments (b) — 924 — 924 — 859 — 859 Total assets at fair value $ 298 $ 3,615 $ — $ 3,913 $ 17 $ 4,451 $ — $ 4,468 Liabilities Derivative financial instruments (b) $ — $ 243 $ — $ 243 $ — $ 167 $ — $ 167 Total liabilities at fair value $ — $ 243 $ — $ 243 $ — $ 167 $ — $ 167 __________ (a) Excludes time deposits, certificates of deposit, money market accounts, and other cash equivalents reported at par value on our balance sheet totaling $3.8 billion and $3.3 billion for Automotive sector and $6.3 billion and $3.8 billion for Financial Services sector at December 31, 2015 and 2014 , respectively. In addition to these cash equivalents, we also had cash on hand totaling $1.3 billion and $1.1 billion for Automotive sector and $2.3 billion and $2 billion for Financial Services sector at December 31, 2015 and 2014 , respectively. (b) See Note 16 for additional information regarding derivative financial instruments.

Finance Receivables (Notes)

Finance Receivables (Notes)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Receivables [Abstract]
FINANCE RECEIVABLES	FINANCIAL SERVICES SECTOR FINANCE RECEIVABLES Our Financial Services sector, primarily Ford Credit, manages finance receivables as “consumer” and “non-consumer” portfolios. The receivables are generally secured by the vehicles, inventory, or other property being financed. Finance receivables are recorded at time of origination or purchase at fair value and are subsequently reported at amortized cost, net of any allowance for credit losses. Consumer Portfolio. Receivables in this portfolio include products offered to individuals and businesses that finance the acquisition of Ford and Lincoln vehicles from dealers for personal or commercial use. Retail financing includes retail installment contracts for new and used vehicles and direct financing leases with retail customers, government entities, daily rental companies, and fleet customers. Non-Consumer Portfolio. Receivables in this portfolio include products offered to automotive dealers. The products include: • Dealer financing – includes wholesale loans to dealers to finance the purchase of vehicle inventory, also known as floorplan financing, as well as loans to dealers to finance working capital and improvements to dealership facilities, finance the purchase of dealership real estate, and finance other dealer programs. Wholesale financing is approximately 95% of our dealer financing • Other financing – primarily related to the sale of parts and accessories to dealers Finance receivables, net at December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Consumer Retail financing, gross $ 62,068 $ 55,856 Unearned interest supplements (2,119 ) (1,760 ) Consumer finance receivables 59,949 54,096 Non-Consumer Dealer financing 35,529 31,340 Other financing 958 1,026 Non-Consumer finance receivables 36,487 32,366 Total recorded investment $ 96,436 $ 86,462 Recorded investment in finance receivables $ 96,436 $ 86,462 Allowance for credit losses (373 ) (321 ) Finance receivables, net (a) (b) $ 96,063 $ 86,141 Net finance receivables subject to fair value (c) $ 94,248 $ 84,468 Fair value 95,420 85,941 __________ (a) On the consolidated balance sheet at December 31, 2015 and 2014 , $5.4 billion and $5 billion , respectively, are reclassified to Other receivables, net, resulting in Finance receivables, net of $90.7 billion and $81.1 billion , respectively. (b) At December 31, 2015 and 2014 , Finance receivables, net includes $1.8 billion and $1.7 billion , respectively, of net investment in direct financing leases. (c) At December 31, 2015 and 2014 , excludes $1.8 billion and $1.7 billion , respectively, of certain receivables (primarily direct financing leases) that are not subject to fair value disclosure requirements. Excluded from finance receivables at December 31, 2015 and 2014 , was $209 million and $191 million , respectively, of accrued uncollected interest, which we report in Other assets on the balance sheet. NOTE 5. FINANCIAL SERVICES SECTOR FINANCE RECEIVABLES (Continued) Included in the recorded investment in finance receivables at December 31, 2015 and 2014 were consumer receivables of $27.6 billion and $24.4 billion , respectively, and non-consumer receivables of $26.1 billion and $21.8 billion , respectively, that have been sold for legal purposes in securitization transactions but continue to be reported in our consolidated financial statements. The receivables are available only for payment of the debt issued by, and other obligations of, the securitization entities that are parties to those securitization transactions; they are not available to pay the other obligations or the claims of Ford Credit’s other creditors. Ford Credit holds the right to receive the excess cash flows not needed to pay the debt issued by, and other obligations of, the securitization entities that are parties to those securitization transactions (see Note 15 ). Contractual maturities of total finance receivables outstanding at December 31, 2015 reflect contractual repayments due from customers or borrowers as follows (in millions): Due in Year Ending December 31, 2016 2017 2018 Thereafter Total Consumer Retail financing, gross (a) $ 17,627 $ 15,811 $ 12,847 $ 15,783 $ 62,068 Non-Consumer Dealer financing 32,461 1,768 261 1,039 35,529 Other financing 958 — — — 958 Total finance receivables $ 51,046 $ 17,579 $ 13,108 $ 16,822 $ 98,555 __________ (a) Contractual maturities of retail financing, gross include $162 million of estimated unguaranteed residual values related to direct finance leases. Our finance receivables are generally pre-payable without penalty, so prepayments may cause actual maturities to differ from contractual maturities. The above table, therefore, is not to be regarded as a forecast of future cash collections. For wholesale receivables, which are included in dealer financing, maturities stated above are estimated based on historical trends, as maturities on outstanding amounts are scheduled upon the sale of the underlying vehicle by the dealer. Aging For all finance receivables, we define “past due” as any payment, including principal and interest, that is at least 31 days past the contractual due date . The recorded investment of consumer receivables greater than 90 days past due and still accruing interest was $16 million and $17 million at December 31, 2015 and 2014 , respectively. The recorded investment of non-consumer receivables greater than 90 days past due and still accruing interest was $1 million and $3 million at December 31, 2015 and 2014 , respectively. The aging analysis of our finance receivables balances at December 31 was as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Consumer 31-60 days past due $ 708 $ 718 61-90 days past due 108 97 91-120 days past due 27 29 Greater than 120 days past due 38 52 Total past due 881 896 Current 59,068 53,200 Consumer finance receivables 59,949 54,096 Non-Consumer Total past due 117 117 Current 36,370 32,249 Non-Consumer finance receivables 36,487 32,366 Total recorded investment $ 96,436 $ 86,462 NOTE 5. FINANCIAL SERVICES SECTOR FINANCE RECEIVABLES (Continued) Credit Quality Consumer Portfolio . When originating all classes of consumer receivables, we use a proprietary scoring system that measures the credit quality of the receivables using several factors, such as credit bureau information, consumer credit risk scores (e.g., FICO score), and contract characteristics. In addition to our proprietary scoring system, we consider other individual consumer factors, such as employment history, financial stability, and capacity to pay. Subsequent to origination, we review the credit quality of retail financing based on customer payment activity. As each customer develops a payment history, we use an internally-developed behavioral scoring model to assist in determining the best collection strategies which allows us to focus collection activity on higher-risk accounts. These models are used to refine our risk-based staffing model to ensure collection resources are aligned with portfolio risk. Based on data from this scoring model, contracts are categorized by collection risk. Our collection models evaluate several factors, including origination characteristics, updated credit bureau data, and payment patterns. Credit quality ratings for consumer receivables are based on aging. Refer to the aging table above. Consumer receivables credit quality ratings are as follows: • Pass – current to 60 days past due • Special Mention – 61 to 120 days past due and in intensified collection status • Substandard – greater than 120 days past due and for which the uncollectible portion of the receivables has already been charged off, as measured using the fair value of collateral less costs to sell Non-Consumer Portfolio . We extend credit to dealers primarily in the form of lines of credit to purchase new Ford and Lincoln vehicles as well as used vehicles. Payment is required when the dealer has sold the vehicle. Each non-consumer lending request is evaluated by taking into consideration the borrower’s financial condition and the underlying collateral securing the loan. We use a proprietary model to assign each dealer a risk rating. This model uses historical dealer performance data to identify key factors about a dealer that we consider most significant in predicting a dealer’s ability to meet its financial obligations. We also consider numerous other financial and qualitative factors of the dealer’s operations including capitalization and leverage, liquidity and cash flow, profitability, and credit history with ourselves and other creditors. Dealers are assigned to one of four groups according to risk ratings as follows: • Group I – strong to superior financial metrics • Group II – fair to favorable financial metrics • Group III – marginal to weak financial metrics • Group IV – poor financial metrics, including dealers classified as uncollectible We generally suspend credit lines and extend no further funding to dealers classified in Group IV. We regularly review our model to confirm the continued business significance and statistical predictability of the factors and update the model to incorporate new factors or other information that improves its statistical predictability. In addition, we regularly audit dealer inventory and dealer sales records to verify that the dealer is in possession of the financed vehicles and is promptly paying each receivable following the sale of the financed vehicle. The frequency of on-site vehicle inventory audits depends on factors such as the dealer’s risk rating and our security position. Under our policies, on-site vehicle inventory audits of low-risk dealers are conducted only as circumstances warrant. Audits of higher-risk dealers are conducted with increased frequency based on risk ratings and our security position. We perform a credit review of each dealer at least annually and adjust the dealer’s risk rating, if necessary. The credit quality of dealer financing receivables is evaluated based on our internal dealer risk rating analysis. A dealer has the same risk rating for its entire dealer financing regardless of the type of financing. NOTE 5. FINANCIAL SERVICES SECTOR FINANCE RECEIVABLES (Continued) The credit quality analysis of our dealer financing receivables at December 31 was as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Dealer Financing Group I $ 26,560 $ 23,125 Group II 7,175 6,350 Group III 1,683 1,783 Group IV 111 82 Total recorded investment $ 35,529 $ 31,340 Impaired Receivables. Impaired consumer receivables include accounts that have been rewritten or modified in reorganization proceedings pursuant to the U.S. Bankruptcy Code that are considered to be troubled debt restructurings (“TDRs”), as well as all accounts greater than 120 days past due . Impaired non-consumer receivables represent accounts with dealers that have weak or poor financial metrics or dealer financing that has been modified in TDRs. The recorded investment of consumer receivables that were impaired at December 31, 2015 and 2014 was $375 million , or 0.6% of consumer receivables, and $415 million , or 0.8% of consumer receivables, respectively. The recorded investment of non-consumer receivables that were impaired at December 31, 2015 and 2014 was $134 million , or 0.4% of non-consumer receivables, and $105 million , or 0.3% of the non-consumer receivables, respectively. Impaired finance receivables are evaluated both collectively and specifically. The accrual of revenue is discontinued at the time a receivable is determined to be uncollectible. Accounts may be restored to accrual status only when a customer settles all past-due deficiency balances and future payments are reasonably assured. For receivables in non-accrual status, subsequent financing revenue is recognized only to the extent a payment is received. Payments are generally applied first to outstanding interest and then to the unpaid principal balance. A restructuring of debt constitutes a TDR if we grant a concession to a debtor for economic or legal reasons related to the debtor’s financial difficulties that we otherwise would not consider. Consumer and non-consumer receivables that have a modified interest rate below market rate or that were modified in reorganization proceedings pursuant to the U.S. Bankruptcy Code, except non-consumer receivables that are current with minimal risk of loss, are considered to be TDRs. We do not grant concessions on the principal balance of our receivables. If a receivable is modified in a reorganization proceeding, all payment requirements of the reorganization plan need to be met before remaining balances are forgiven. Finance receivables involved in TDRs are specifically assessed for impairment.

Net Investment in Operating Lea

Net Investment in Operating Leases	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
NET INVESTMENT IN OPERATING LEASES [Abstract]
Operating Leases of Lessor Disclosure [Text Block]	NET INVESTMENT IN OPERATING LEASES Net investment in operating leases on our balance sheet consists primarily of lease contracts for vehicles with retail customers, daily rental companies, government entities, and fleet customers. Assets subject to operating leases are depreciated using the straight-line method over the term of the lease to reduce the asset to its estimated residual value. Estimated residual values are based on assumptions for used vehicle prices at lease termination and the number of vehicles that are expected to be returned. The net investment in operating leases at December 31 was as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Automotive Sector Vehicles, net of depreciation $ 2,014 $ 1,699 Financial Services Sector Vehicles and other equipment, at cost (a) 29,673 24,952 Accumulated depreciation (4,545 ) (3,396 ) Allowance for credit losses (49 ) (38 ) Total Financial Services sector 25,079 21,518 Total Company $ 27,093 $ 23,217 __________ (a) Includes Ford Credit’s operating lease assets of $13.3 billion and $9.6 billion at December 31, 2015 and 2014 , respectively, for which the related cash flows have been used to secure certain lease securitization transactions. Cash flows associated with the net investment in operating leases are available only for payment of the debt or other obligations issued or arising in the securitization transactions; they are not available to pay other obligations or the claims of other creditors. Financial Services Sector Included in Financial Services revenues are rents on operating leases. The amounts contractually due for minimum rentals on operating leases at December 31, 2015 were as follows (in millions): 2016 2017 2018 2019 Thereafter Total Minimum rentals on operating leases $ 4,021 $ 2,504 $ 919 $ 59 $ 3 $ 7,506

Allowance for Credit Losses

Allowance for Credit Losses	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Allowance For Credit Losses [Abstract]
ALLOWANCE FOR CREDIT LOSSES	FINANCIAL SERVICES SECTOR ALLOWANCE FOR CREDIT LOSSES The allowance for credit losses represents our estimate of the probable credit loss inherent in finance receivables as of the balance sheet date. The adequacy of the allowance for credit losses is assessed quarterly and the assumptions and models used in establishing the allowance are evaluated regularly. Because credit losses may vary substantially over time, estimating credit losses requires a number of assumptions about matters that are uncertain. The majority of credit losses are attributable to Ford Credit’s consumer receivables portfolio. Additions to the allowance for credit losses are made by recording charges to Provision for credit and insurance losses on the sector income statement. The uncollectible portion of finance receivables are charged to the allowance for credit losses at the earlier of when an account is deemed to be uncollectible or when an account is 120 days delinquent , taking into consideration the financial condition of the customer, borrower, or lessee, the value of the collateral, recourse to guarantors, and other factors. In the event we repossess the collateral, the receivable is charged off and we record the collateral at its estimated fair value less costs to sell and report it in Other assets on the balance sheet. Charge-offs on finance receivables include uncollected amounts related to principal, interest, late fees, and other allowable charges. Recoveries on finance receivables previously charged off as uncollectible, are credited to the allowance for credit losses. Consumer We estimate the allowance for credit losses on our consumer receivables using a combination of measurement models and management judgment. The models consider factors such as historical trends in credit losses and recoveries (including key metrics such as delinquencies, repossessions, and bankruptcies), the composition of the present portfolio (including vehicle brand, term, risk evaluation, and new/used vehicles), trends in historical used vehicle values, and economic conditions. Estimates from these models rely on historical information and may not fully reflect losses inherent in the present portfolio. Therefore, we may adjust the estimate to reflect management judgment regarding observable changes in recent economic trends and conditions, portfolio composition, and other relevant factors. We make projections of two key assumptions to assist in estimating the consumer allowance for credit losses: • Frequency - number of finance receivables contracts that are expected to default over the loss emergence period, measured as repossessions • Loss severity - expected difference between the amount a customer owes when the finance contract is charged off and the amount received, net of expenses from selling the repossessed vehicle, including any recoveries from the customer Collective Allowance for Credit Losses. The collective allowance is evaluated primarily using a collective loss‑to‑receivables (“LTR”) model that, based on historical experience, indicates credit losses have been incurred in the portfolio even though the particular accounts that are uncollectible cannot be specifically identified. The LTR model is based on the most recent years of history. Each LTR is calculated by dividing credit losses by average finance receivables excluding unearned interest supplements and allowance for credit losses. An average LTR is calculated for each product and multiplied by the end-of-period balances for that given product. NOTE 7. FINANCIAL SERVICES SECTOR ALLOWANCE FOR CREDIT LOSSES (Continued) Our largest markets also use a loss projection model to estimate losses inherent in the portfolio. The loss projection model applies recent monthly performance metrics, stratified by contract type (retail or lease), contract term(e.g., 60 ‑month), and risk rating to our active portfolio to estimate the losses that have been incurred. The loss emergence period (“LEP”) is a key assumption within our models and represents the average amount of time between when a loss event first occurs and when it is charged off. This time period starts when the consumer begins to experience financial difficulty. It is evidenced, typically through delinquency, before eventually resulting in a charge-off. The LEP is a multiplier in the calculation of the collective consumer allowance for credit losses. For accounts greater than 120 days past due , the uncollectible portion is charged off such that the remaining recorded investment is equal to the estimated fair value of the collateral less costs to sell. Specific Allowance for Impaired Receivables . Consumer receivables involved in TDRs are specifically assessed for impairment. A specific allowance is estimated based on the present value of the expected future cash flows of the receivable discounted at the contract’s original effective interest rate or the fair value of any collateral adjusted for estimated costs to sell. After establishing the collective and specific allowance for credit losses, if management believes the allowance does not reflect all losses inherent in the portfolio due to changes in recent economic trends and conditions, or other relevant factors, an adjustment is made based on management judgment. Non-Consumer We estimate the allowance for credit losses for non-consumer receivables based on historical LTR ratios, expected future cash flows, and the fair value of collateral. Collective Allowance for Credit Losses . We estimate an allowance for non-consumer receivables that are not specifically identified as impaired using a LTR model for each financing product based on historical experience. This LTR is an average of the most recent historical experience and is calculated consistent with the consumer receivables LTR approach. All accounts that are specifically identified as impaired are excluded from the calculation of the non-specific or collective allowance. Specific Allowance for Impaired Receivables . Dealer financing is evaluated by segmenting individual loans by the risk characteristics of the loan (such as the amount of the loan, the nature of the collateral, and the financial status of the debtor). The loans are analyzed to determine whether individual loans are impaired, and a specific allowance is estimated based on the present value of the expected future cash flows of the receivable discounted at the loan’s original effective interest rate or the fair value of the collateral adjusted for estimated costs to sell. After establishing the collective and the specific allowance for credit losses, if management believes the allowance does not reflect all losses inherent in the portfolio due to changes in recent economic trends and conditions, or other relevant factors, an adjustment is made based on management judgment. NOTE 7. FINANCIAL SERVICES SECTOR ALLOWANCE FOR CREDIT LOSSES (Continued) An analysis of the allowance for credit losses related to finance receivables for the years ended December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 Consumer Non-Consumer Total Allowance for credit losses Beginning balance $ 305 $ 16 $ 321 Charge-offs (333 ) (3 ) (336 ) Recoveries 120 6 126 Provision for credit losses 276 (2 ) 274 Other (a) (11 ) (1 ) (12 ) Ending balance (b) $ 357 $ 16 $ 373 Analysis of ending balance of allowance for credit losses Collective impairment allowance $ 338 $ 12 $ 350 Specific impairment allowance 19 4 23 Ending balance (b) 357 16 373 Analysis of ending balance of finance receivables Collectively evaluated for impairment 59,574 36,353 95,927 Specifically evaluated for impairment 375 134 509 Recorded investment 59,949 36,487 96,436 Ending balance, net of allowance for credit losses $ 59,592 $ 36,471 $ 96,063 __________ (a) Primarily represents amounts related to translation adjustments. (b) Total allowance, including reserves for operating leases, was $422 million . 2014 Consumer Non-Consumer Total Allowance for credit losses Beginning balance $ 327 $ 30 $ 357 Charge-offs (294 ) (6 ) (300 ) Recoveries 131 9 140 Provision for credit losses 150 (17 ) 133 Other (a) (9 ) — (9 ) Ending balance (b) $ 305 $ 16 $ 321 Analysis of ending balance of allowance for credit losses Collective impairment allowance $ 282 $ 16 $ 298 Specific impairment allowance 23 — 23 Ending balance (b) 305 16 321 Analysis of ending balance of finance receivables Collectively evaluated for impairment 53,681 32,261 85,942 Specifically evaluated for impairment 415 105 520 Recorded investment 54,096 32,366 86,462 Ending balance, net of allowance for credit losses $ 53,791 $ 32,350 $ 86,141 __________ (a) Primarily represents amounts related to translation adjustments. (b) Total allowance, including reserves for operating leases, was $359 million .

Inventories (Notes)

Inventories (Notes)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
INVENTORIES	INVENTORIES All inventories are stated at the lower of cost and net realizable value. Cost for a substantial portion of U.S. inventories is determined on a last-in, first-out (“LIFO”) basis. LIFO was used for 27% and 28% of total inventories at December 31, 2015 and 2014 , respectively. Cost of other inventories is determined by costing methods that approximate a first-in, first-out (“FIFO”) basis. Inventories at December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Raw materials, work-in-process, and supplies $ 4,005 $ 3,859 Finished products 5,254 5,026 Total inventories under FIFO 9,259 8,885 LIFO adjustment (940 ) (1,015 ) Total inventories $ 8,319 $ 7,870

Equity in Net Assets of Affilia

Equity in Net Assets of Affiliated Companies	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information [Abstract]
Equity in Net Assets of Affiliated Companies	EQUITY IN NET ASSETS OF AFFILIATED COMPANIES We use the equity method of accounting for our investments in entities over which we do not have control, but over whose operating and financial policies we are able to exercise significant influence. Our ownership percentages and carrying value of our equity method investments at December 31 were as follows (in millions, except percentages): Ownership Percentage Investment Balance Automotive Sector 2015 2015 2014 Changan Ford Automobile Corporation, Limited 50.0 % $ 1,307 $ 1,301 Jiangling Motors Corporation, Limited 32.0 636 604 AutoAlliance (Thailand) Co., Ltd. 50.0 429 428 Ford Otomotiv Sanayi Anonim Sirketi 41.0 352 386 Getrag Ford Transmissions GmbH 50.0 182 232 Changan Ford Mazda Engine Company, Ltd. 25.0 77 69 OEConnection LLC 50.0 36 35 DealerDirect LLC 97.7 30 26 Percepta, LLC 45.0 9 9 Thirdware Solutions Limited 20.0 9 8 Automotive Fuel Cell Cooperation Corporation 49.9 8 9 U.S. Council for Automotive Research LLC 33.3 5 5 Chongqing ANTE Trading Co., Ltd. 10.0 4 3 Crash Avoidance Metrics Partnership LLC 50.0 4 2 Blue Diamond Parts, LLC 25.0 3 3 Nemak, S.A.B. de C.V. (Note 22) 6.8 — 86 Blue Diamond Truck, S. de R.L. de C.V. (Note 22) 25.0 — 8 Ford Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. 49.0 — 2 ZF Transmission Tech, LLC 49.0 — — Zebra Imaging, Inc. 0.3 — — Total Automotive sector 3,091 3,216 Financial Services Sector Forso Nordic AB 50.0 66 67 FFS Finance South Africa (Pty) Limited 50.0 48 50 RouteOne LLC 30.0 15 20 CNF-Administradora de Consorcio Nacional Ltda. 33.3 4 4 Total Financial Services sector 133 141 Total Company $ 3,224 $ 3,357 NOTE 9. EQUITY IN NET ASSETS OF AFFILIATED COMPANIES (Continued) We received $1.5 billion , $1.5 billion , and $529 million of dividends from these affiliated companies for the years ended December 31, 2015 , 2014 , and 2013 , respectively. A summary of the total financial results, as reported by our equity method investees, in the aggregate at December 31 was as follows (in millions): Summarized Balance Sheet 2015 2014 Current assets $ 10,400 $ 11,012 Non-current assets 9,687 13,749 Total assets $ 20,087 $ 24,761 Current liabilities $ 10,863 $ 11,943 Non-current liabilities 2,608 4,597 Total liabilities $ 13,471 $ 16,540 Equity attributable to noncontrolling interests $ 8 $ 8 For the years ended December 31, Summarized Income Statement 2015 2014 2013 Total revenue $ 35,623 $ 40,658 $ 38,736 Income before income taxes 4,525 3,985 2,815 Net income 3,894 3,510 2,587 In the ordinary course of business we buy/sell various products and services including vehicles, parts, and components to/from our equity method investees. In addition, we receive royalty income. Transactions with equity method investees reported on our consolidated income statement and balance sheet at December 31 were as follows (in millions): For the years ended December 31, Income Statement 2015 2014 2013 Sales $ 4,426 $ 5,208 $ 6,421 Purchases 7,780 9,430 10,536 Royalty income 610 500 526 Balance Sheet 2015 2014 Receivables $ 870 $ 1,056 Payables 671 712

Net Property and Lease Commitme

Net Property and Lease Commitments	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
Property, Plant and Equipment Disclosure [Text Block]	NET PROPERTY AND LEASE COMMITMENTS Net Property Net property is reported at cost, net of accumulated depreciation and impairments. We capitalize new assets when we expect to use the asset for more than one year . Routine maintenance and repair costs are expensed when incurred. Property and equipment are depreciated primarily using the straight-line method over the estimated useful life of the asset. Useful lives range from 3 years to 36 years. The estimated useful lives generally are 14.5 years for machinery and equipment, 8 years for software, 30 years for land improvements, and 36 years for buildings. Tooling generally is amortized over the expected life of a product program using a straight-line method. Net property at December 31 was as follows (in millions): Automotive Sector 2015 2014 Land $ 344 $ 351 Buildings and land improvements 9,942 10,601 Machinery, equipment, and other 33,164 33,381 Software 2,241 2,122 Construction in progress 1,750 1,719 Total land, plant and equipment, and other 47,441 48,174 Accumulated depreciation (27,466 ) (29,134 ) Net land, plant and equipment, and other 19,975 19,040 Tooling, net of amortization 10,046 10,755 Total Automotive sector 30,021 29,795 Financial Services Sector (a) 142 331 Total Company $ 30,163 $ 30,126 __________ (a) Included in Financial Services Other assets on our sector balance sheet. Automotive sector property-related expenses for the years ended December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 2013 Depreciation and other amortization $ 2,028 $ 2,092 $ 2,110 Tooling amortization 2,304 2,160 1,954 Total $ 4,332 $ 4,252 $ 4,064 Maintenance and rearrangement $ 1,651 $ 1,523 $ 1,422 Conditional Asset Retirement Obligations Conditional asset retirement obligations relate to legal obligations associated with the retirement, abandonment, or disposal of tangible long-lived assets. Estimates of the fair value liabilities for our conditional asset retirement obligations that are recorded in Other liabilities and deferred revenue at December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Beginning balance $ 228 $ 246 Liabilities settled (6 ) (11 ) Revisions to estimates (6 ) (7 ) Ending balance $ 216 $ 228 NOTE 10. NET PROPERTY AND LEASE COMMITMENTS (Continued) Lease Commitments We lease land, buildings, and equipment under agreements that expire over various contractual periods. Minimum non-cancellable operating lease commitments at December 31, 2015 were as follows (in millions): 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 Thereafter Total Automotive sector $ 270 $ 220 $ 152 $ 105 $ 74 $ 73 $ 894 Financial Services sector 8 5 4 2 2 7 28 Total Company $ 278 $ 225 $ 156 $ 107 $ 76 $ 80 $ 922 Operating lease expense for the years ended December 31 was as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 2013 Automotive sector $ 433 $ 423 $ 411 Financial Services sector 27 101 105 Total Company $ 460 $ 524 $ 516

Other Liabilities and Deferred

Other Liabilities and Deferred Revenue	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
ACCRUED LIABILITIES AND DEFERRED REVENUE [Abstract]
Accrued Liabilities and Deferred Revenue Disclosure [Text Block]	OTHER LIABILITIES AND DEFERRED REVENUE Other liabilities and deferred revenue at December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Automotive Sector Current Dealer and dealers’ customer allowances and claims $ 8,122 $ 7,846 Deferred revenue 4,559 3,911 Employee benefit plans 1,528 1,994 Accrued interest 255 222 Other postretirement employee benefits 354 387 Pension 248 374 Other 2,926 3,178 Total Automotive other liabilities and deferred revenue 17,992 17,912 Non-current Pension 9,541 10,201 OPEB 5,347 5,988 Dealer and dealers’ customer allowances and claims 2,731 2,852 Deferred revenue 2,833 2,686 Employee benefit plans 1,041 1,149 Other 1,239 1,394 Total Automotive other liabilities and deferred revenue 22,732 24,270 Total Automotive sector 40,724 42,182 Financial Services Sector 1,822 1,850 Total Company $ 42,546 $ 44,032

Retirement Benefits (Notes)

Retirement Benefits (Notes)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Compensation and Retirement Disclosure [Abstract]
RETIREMENT BENEFITS	RETIREMENT BENEFITS Defined benefit pension and OPEB plan obligations are remeasured annually as of December 31 based on the present value of projected future benefit payments for all participants for services rendered to date. The measurement of projected future benefits is dependent on the provisions of each specific plan, demographics of the group covered by the plan, and other key measurement assumptions. For plans that provide benefits dependent on salary assumptions, we include a projection of salary growth in our measurements. No assumption is made regarding any potential changes to benefit provisions beyond those to which we are presently committed (e.g., in existing labor contracts). Net periodic benefit costs, including service cost, interest cost, and expected return on assets are determined using assumptions regarding the benefit obligation and the fair value of plan assets (where applicable) as of the beginning of each year. We have elected to use a fair value of plan assets to calculate the expected return on assets in net periodic benefit cost. The funded status of the benefit plans, which represents the difference between the benefit obligation and fair value of plan assets, is calculated on a plan-by-plan basis. The benefit obligation and related funded status are determined using assumptions as of the end of each year. Actuarial gains and losses resulting from plan remeasurement are recognized in net periodic benefit cost in the period of the remeasurement. The impact of plan amendments is recorded in Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss) , and is amortized as a component of net periodic cost generally over the remaining service period of the active employees. Net periodic benefit costs are recorded in Automotive cost of sales and Selling, administrative, and other expenses . Curtailment gains or losses are recorded when an event occurs that significantly reduces the expected years of future service or eliminates the accrual of defined benefits for the future services of a significant number of employees. We record a curtailment gain when the employees who are entitled to the benefits terminate their employment; we record a curtailment loss when it becomes probable a loss will occur. We recognize settlement expense, when applicable, if the cost of all settlements during the year exceeds the interest component of net periodic cost for the affected plan. Expense from curtailments and settlements is recorded in Automotive cost of sales and Selling, administrative, and other expenses . Defined Benefit Pension Plans. We have defined benefit pension plans in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Germany and other locations covering hourly and salaried employees. The largest portion of our worldwide obligation is associated with our U.S. plans. The vast majority of our worldwide defined benefit plans are closed to new participants. In general, our defined benefit pension plans are funded (i.e., have restricted assets from which benefits are paid). Our unfunded defined benefit pension plans are treated on a “pay as you go” basis with benefit payments from general Company cash. These unfunded plans primarily include certain plans in Germany and the U.S. defined benefit plans for senior management. OPEB . We have defined benefit OPEB plans, primarily certain health care and life insurance benefits, in the United States, Canada, and other locations covering hourly and salaried employees. The largest portion of our worldwide obligation is associated with our U.S. plans. Our OPEB plans are unfunded and the benefits are paid from general Company cash. Defined Contribution and Savings Plans . We also have defined contribution and savings plans in the United States and other locations for hourly and salaried employees. Contributions to these plans, if any, are made from general Company cash and are expensed as incurred. The expense for our worldwide defined contribution and savings plans was $291 million , $275 million , and $237 million for the years ended December 31, 2015 , 2014 , and 2013 , respectively. This includes the expense for Company-matching contributions to our primary employee savings plan in the United States of $124 million , $114 million , and $99 million for the years ended December 31, 2015 , 2014 , and 2013 , respectively. NOTE 12. RETIREMENT BENEFITS (Continued) Defined Benefit Plans – Expense and Status The assumptions used to determine expense and benefit obligation were as follows: Pension Benefits U.S. Plans Non-U.S. Plans U.S. OPEB 2015 2014 2015 2014 2015 2014 Weighted Average Assumptions at December 31 Discount rate 4.27 % 3.94 % 3.20 % 3.06 % 4.22 % 3.86 % Expected long-term rate of return on assets 6.75 6.75 5.56 6.11 — — Average rate of increase in compensation 3.80 3.80 3.40 3.40 3.80 3.80 Assumptions Used to Determine Net Benefit Cost for the Year Ended December 31 Discount rate 3.94 % 4.74 % 3.06 % 4.07 % 3.86 % 4.65 % Expected long-term rate of return on assets 6.75 6.89 6.11 6.63 — — Average rate of increase in compensation 3.80 3.80 3.40 3.41 3.80 3.80 The pre-tax expense for our defined benefit pension and OPEB plans for the years ended December 31 was as follows (in millions): Pension Benefits U.S. Plans Non-U.S. Plans Worldwide OPEB 2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013 Service cost $ 586 $ 507 $ 581 $ 532 $ 468 $ 484 $ 60 $ 54 $ 64 Interest cost 1,817 1,992 1,914 936 1,189 1,137 236 269 256 Expected return on assets (2,928 ) (2,735 ) (2,924 ) (1,480 ) (1,534 ) (1,404 ) — — — Amortization of prior service costs/(credits) 155 155 174 47 55 66 (204 ) (229 ) (283 ) Net remeasurement (gain)/loss 1,964 641 (3,812 ) (974 ) 2,801 (736 ) (292 ) 681 (698 ) Separation programs/other 17 19 10 39 83 243 1 — — Settlements and curtailments — — — — 13 — — — (2 ) Net periodic benefit cost/(income) $ 1,611 $ 579 $ (4,057 ) $ (900 ) $ 3,075 $ (210 ) $ (199 ) $ 775 $ (663 ) NOTE 12. RETIREMENT BENEFITS (Continued) The year-end status of these plans was as follows (in millions): Pension Benefits U.S. Plans Non-U.S. Plans Worldwide OPEB 2015 2014 2015 2014 2015 2014 Change in Benefit Obligation Benefit obligation at January 1 $ 47,103 $ 43,182 $ 33,223 $ 30,851 $ 6,375 $ 5,889 Service cost 586 507 532 468 60 54 Interest cost 1,817 1,992 936 1,189 236 269 Amendments 99 — 4 11 1 — Separation programs and other (27 ) (50 ) 40 139 1 — Curtailments — — — — — — Settlements — — (29 ) (116 ) — — Plan participant contributions 26 26 24 25 23 23 Benefits paid (2,949 ) (3,028 ) (1,350 ) (1,423 ) (402 ) (406 ) Foreign exchange translation — — (2,995 ) (2,712 ) (301 ) (135 ) Actuarial (gain)/loss (1,719 ) 4,474 (746 ) 4,791 (292 ) 681 Benefit obligation at December 31 44,936 47,103 29,639 33,223 5,701 6,375 Change in Plan Assets Fair value of plan assets at January 1 44,844 41,217 25,675 23,843 — — Actual return on plan assets (755 ) 6,542 1,722 3,558 — — Company contributions 130 130 1,345 1,715 — — Plan participant contributions 26 26 24 25 — — Benefits paid (2,949 ) (3,028 ) (1,350 ) (1,423 ) — — Settlements — — (29 ) (116 ) — — Foreign exchange translation — — (2,238 ) (1,921 ) — — Other (44 ) (43 ) (8 ) (6 ) — — Fair value of plan assets at December 31 41,252 44,844 25,141 25,675 — — Funded status at December 31 $ (3,684 ) $ (2,259 ) $ (4,498 ) $ (7,548 ) $ (5,701 ) $ (6,375 ) Amounts Recognized on the Balance Sheet Prepaid assets $ — $ 76 $ 1,611 $ 696 $ — $ — Other liabilities (3,684 ) (2,335 ) (6,109 ) (8,244 ) (5,701 ) (6,375 ) Total $ (3,684 ) $ (2,259 ) $ (4,498 ) $ (7,548 ) $ (5,701 ) $ (6,375 ) Amounts Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (pre-tax) Unamortized prior service costs/(credits) $ 553 $ 609 $ 278 $ 347 $ (475 ) $ (710 ) Pension Plans in which Accumulated Benefit Obligation Exceeds Plan Assets at December 31 Accumulated benefit obligation $ 26,021 $ 27,388 $ 9,634 $ 11,018 Fair value of plan assets 22,967 25,153 4,636 4,109 Accumulated Benefit Obligation at December 31 $ 43,698 $ 45,685 $ 26,835 $ 30,098 Pension Plans in which Projected Benefit Obligation Exceeds Plan Assets at December 31 Projected benefit obligation $ 44,936 $ 27,488 $ 11,238 $ 12,874 Fair value of plan assets 41,252 25,153 5,129 4,630 Projected Benefit Obligation at December 31 $ 44,936 $ 47,103 $ 29,639 $ 33,223 NOTE 12. RETIREMENT BENEFITS (Continued) Separation Programs As a result of various business restructuring programs, primarily in Europe and Australia, we have recognized pension-related separation expense in the periods presented. Pension Plan Contributions Our policy for funded pension plans is to contribute annually, at a minimum, amounts required by applicable laws and regulations. We may make contributions beyond those legally required. In 2015 , we contributed $1.1 billion to our worldwide funded pension plans (most of which were mandatory contributions) and made about $400 million of benefit payments to participants in unfunded plans. During 2016 , we expect to contribute about $1.5 billion from Automotive cash and cash equivalents to our worldwide funded pension plans (including discretionary contributions of about $400 million ) and to make about $300 million of benefit payments to participants in unfunded plans, for a total of about $1.8 billion . Based on current assumptions and regulations, we do not expect to have a legal requirement to contribute to our major U.S. pension plans in 2016 . Estimated Future Benefit Payments and Amortization The estimated future gross benefit payments were as follows (in millions): Gross Benefit Payments Pension U.S. Plans Non-U.S. Plans Worldwide OPEB 2016 $ 3,050 $ 1,340 $ 350 2017 3,000 1,180 350 2018 2,980 1,190 350 2019 2,950 1,220 340 2020 2,940 1,250 340 2021-2025 14,600 6,660 1,700 The prior service cost/(credit) amounts in Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss) that are expected to be recognized as components of net periodic benefit cost/(income) during 2016 are $170 million for U.S. pension plans, $39 million for non-U.S. pension plans, and $(140) million for Worldwide OPEB plans. Pension Plan Asset Information Investment Objective and Strategies . Our investment objectives for the U.S. plans are to minimize the volatility of the value of our U.S. pension assets relative to U.S. pension obligations and to ensure assets are sufficient to pay plan benefits. In 2012, we adopted a broad global pension de-risking strategy, including a U.S. investment strategy that increases the matching characteristics of our assets relative to our obligations. Our U.S. target asset allocations are 80% fixed income and 20% growth assets (primarily alternative investments which include hedge funds, real estate, and private equity, and public equity). At year-end 2015, actual allocations were 77% fixed income and 23% growth assets. Our largest non-U.S. plans (United Kingdom and Canada) have similar investment objectives to the U.S. plans and have made progress towards these objectives. Investment strategies and policies for the U.S. plans and the largest non-U.S. plans reflect a balance of risk-reducing and return-seeking considerations. The objective of minimizing the volatility of assets relative to obligations is addressed primarily through asset–liability matching, asset diversification, and hedging. The fixed income target asset allocation matches the bond-like and long-dated nature of the pension obligations. Assets are broadly diversified within asset classes to achieve risk-adjusted returns that in total lower asset volatility relative to the obligations. Our rebalancing policies ensure actual allocations are in line with target allocations as appropriate. Strategies to address the goal of ensuring sufficient assets to pay benefits include target allocations to a broad array of asset classes, and strategies within asset classes that provide adequate returns, diversification, and liquidity. NOTE 12. RETIREMENT BENEFITS (Continued) All assets are externally managed and most assets are actively managed. Managers are not permitted to invest outside of the asset class (e.g., fixed income, public equity, alternatives) or strategy for which they have been appointed. We use investment guidelines and recurring audits as tools to ensure investment managers invest solely within the investment strategy they have been provided. Derivatives are permitted for fixed income investment and public equity managers to use as efficient substitutes for traditional securities and to manage exposure to interest rate and foreign exchange risks. Interest rate and foreign currency derivative instruments are used for the purpose of hedging changes in the fair value of assets that result from interest rate changes and currency fluctuations. Interest rate derivatives also are used to adjust portfolio duration. Derivatives may not be used to leverage or to alter the economic exposure to an asset class outside the scope of the mandate an investment manager has been given. Alternative investment managers are permitted to employ leverage (including through the use of derivatives or other tools) that may alter economic exposure. Significant Concentrations of Risk. Significant concentrations of risk in our plan assets relate to interest rate, equity, and operating risk. In order to minimize asset volatility relative to the obligations, the majority of plan assets are allocated to fixed income investments which are exposed to interest rate risk. Rate increases generally will result in a decline in the value of fixed income assets, while reducing the present value of the obligations. Conversely, rate decreases generally will increase the value of fixed income assets, offsetting the related increase in the obligations. In order to ensure assets are sufficient to pay benefits, a portion of plan assets is allocated to growth assets that are expected over time to earn higher returns with more volatility than fixed income investments which more closely match pension obligations. Within equities, risk is mitigated by constructing a portfolio that is broadly diversified by geography, market capitalization, manager mandate size, investment style, and process. Within alternative investments, risk is similarly mitigated by constructing a portfolio that is broadly diversified by asset class, investment strategy, manager, style, and process. Operating risks include the risks of inadequate diversification and weak controls. To mitigate these risks, investments are diversified across and within asset classes in support of investment objectives. Policies and practices to address operating risks include ongoing manager oversight (e.g., style adherence, team strength, firm health, and internal risk controls), plan and asset class investment guidelines and instructions that are communicated to managers, and periodic compliance and audit reviews to ensure adherence. At year-end 2015 , Ford securities comprised less than 1% of our plan assets. Expected Long-Term Rate of Return on Assets. The long-term return assumption at year-end 2015 is 6.75% for the U.S. plans, 6.25% for the U.K. plans, and 5.75% for the Canadian plans, and averages 5.56% for all non-U.S. plans. A generally consistent approach is used worldwide to develop this assumption. This approach considers various sources, primarily inputs from a range of advisors for long-term capital market returns, inflation, bond yields, and other variables, adjusted for specific aspects of our investment strategy by plan. Historical returns also are considered where appropriate. At December 31, 2015 , our actual 10 -year annual rate of return on pension plan assets was 8.1% for the U.S. plans, 6.6% for the U.K. plans, and 5.7% for the Canadian plans. At December 31, 2014 , our actual 10 -year annual rate of return on pension plan assets was 9.3% for the U.S. plans, 8.3% for the U.K. plans, and 6.2% for the Canadian plans. Fair Value of Plan Assets. Pension assets are recorded at fair value, and include primarily fixed income and equity securities, derivatives, and alternative investments, which include hedge funds, private equity, and real estate. Fixed income and equity securities may each be combined into commingled fund investments. Most commingled funds are valued to reflect the pension fund’s interest in the fund based on the reported year-end net asset value (“NAV”). These funds are not classified in the fair value hierarchy. Alternative investments are valued based on year-end reported NAV, with adjustments as appropriate for lagged reporting of 1 month to 6 months. NOTE 12. RETIREMENT BENEFITS (Continued) Fixed Income - Government and Agency Debt Securities and Corporate Debt Securities. U.S. government and government agency obligations, non-U.S. government and government agency obligations, municipal securities, supranational obligations, corporate bonds, bank notes, floating rate notes, and preferred securities are valued based on quotes received from independent pricing services or from dealers who make markets in such securities. Pricing services utilize matrix pricing, which considers readily available inputs such as the yield or price of bonds of comparable quality, coupon, maturity, and type, as well as dealer-supplied prices, and generally are categorized as Level 2 inputs in the fair value hierarchy. Securities categorized as Level 3 typically are priced by dealers and pricing services that use proprietary pricing models which incorporate unobservable inputs. These inputs primarily consist of yield and credit spread assumptions. Fixed Income - Agency and Non-Agency Mortgage and Other Asset-Backed Securities. U.S. and non‑U.S. government agency mortgage and asset-backed securities, non-agency collateralized mortgage obligations, commercial mortgage securities, residential mortgage securities, and other asset-backed securities are valued based on quotes received from independent pricing services or from dealers who make markets in such securities. Pricing services utilize matrix pricing, which considers prepayment speed assumptions, attributes of the collateral, yield or price of bonds of comparable quality, coupon, maturity and type, as well as dealer-supplied prices, and generally are categorized as Level 2 inputs in the fair value hierarchy. Securities categorized as Level 3 typically are priced by dealers and pricing services that use proprietary pricing models which incorporate unobservable inputs. These inputs primarily consist of prepayment curves, discount rates, default assumptions, and recovery rates. Equities. Equity securities are valued based on quoted prices and are primarily exchange-traded. Securities for which official close or last trade pricing on an active exchange is available are classified as Level 1 in the fair value hierarchy. If closing prices are not available, securities are valued at the last quoted bid price or may be valued using the last available price and typically are categorized as Level 2. Level 3 securities often are thinly traded or delisted, with unobservable pricing data. Derivatives. Exchange-traded derivatives for which market quotations are readily available are valued at the last reported sale price or official closing price as reported by an independent pricing service on the primary market or exchange on which they are traded and are categorized as Level 1. Over-the-counter derivatives typically are valued by independent pricing services and categorized as Level 2. Level 3 derivatives typically are priced by dealers and pricing services that use proprietary pricing models which incorporate unobservable inputs, including extrapolated or model‑derived assumptions such as volatilities and yield and credit spread assumptions. Alternative Assets. Hedge funds generally hold liquid and readily-priced securities, such as public equities, exchange-traded derivatives, and corporate bonds. Since hedge funds do not have readily-available market quotations, they are valued using the NAV provided by the investment sponsor or third party administrator. Hedge funds that are measured at fair value using the NAV per share (or its equivalent) practical expedient have not been classified in the fair value hierarchy. Valuations may be lagged 1 month to 3 months. For 2015 and 2014 , we made adjustments of $(82) million and $14 million , respectively, to adjust for hedge fund-lagged valuations. Private equity and real estate investments are less liquid. External investment managers typically report valuations reflecting initial cost or updated appraisals, which are adjusted for cash flows, and realized and unrealized gains/losses. Private equity and real estate funds do not have readily available market quotations, and therefore are valued using the NAV provided by the investment sponsor or third party administrator. Assets that are measured at NAV are not classified in the fair value hierarchy. Valuations may be lagged 1 month to 6 months. The NAV will be adjusted for cash flows (additional investments or contributions, and distributions) through year-end. We may make further adjustments for any known substantive valuation changes not reflected in the NAV. For 2015 and 2014 , we made adjustments of $93 million and $88 million , respectively, to adjust for private equity-lagged valuations. For 2015 and 2014 , we made adjustments of $49 million and $33 million , respectively, to adjust for real estate-lagged valuations. The Ford-Werke GmbH (“Ford-Werke”) defined benefit plan is funded through the investment in a group insurance contract. At year end 2015 , we measured the fair value of the insurance asset by projecting expected future cash flows from the contract and discounting them to present value based on current market rates including an assessment for non‑performance risk of the insurance company. The assumptions used to project expected future cash flows are based on actuarial estimates and are unobservable; therefore the contract is Level 3. This measurement represents a change in valuation technique from prior periods in which we used the contract value provided by the insurance provider (i.e., reserve based on guaranteed rate of return). We have concluded the new valuation method provides a better representation of fair value. NOTE 12. RETIREMENT BENEFITS (Continued) The fair value of our defined benefit pension plan assets (including dividends and interest receivables of $363 million and $94 million for U.S. and non-U.S. plans, respectively) by asset category at December 31 was as follows (in millions): 2015 U.S. Plans Non-U.S. Plans Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Assets measured at NAV (a) Total Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Assets measured at NAV (a) Total Asset Category Equity U.S. companies $ 1,935 $ 4 $ — $ — $ 1,939 $ 1,647 $ 1 $ — $ 86 $ 1,734 International companies 1,082 10 1 7 1,100 1,290 292 1 29 1,612 Total equity 3,017 14 1 7 3,039 2,937 293 1 115 3,346 Fixed Income U.S. government 5,209 — — — 5,209 138 — — — 138 U.S. government-sponsored enterprises (b) — 3,106 — — 3,106 — 10 — — 10 Non-U.S. government — 1,588 — — 1,588 — 10,650 — — 10,650 Corporate bonds (c) Investment grade — 18,687 — — 18,687 — 2,027 — — 2,027 High yield — 1,576 9 — 1,585 — 539 — — 539 Other credit — 412 — — 412 — 65 — — 65 Mortgage/other asset-backed — 1,101 12 — 1,113 — 292 — — 292 Commingled funds — — — 174 174 — — — 379 379 Derivative financial instruments (d) 22 (231 ) — — (209 ) 1 (130 ) — — (129 ) Total fixed income 5,231 26,239 21 174 31,665 139 13,453 — 379 13,971 Alternatives Hedge funds (e) — 175 — 2,548 2,723 — 108 — 1,762 1,870 Private equity (f) — — — 2,745 2,745 — — — 633 633 Real estate (g) — 20 — 963 983 — 1 — 681 682 Total alternatives — 195 — 6,256 6,451 — 109 — 3,076 3,185 Cash and cash equivalents (h) 221 1,103 — — 1,324 — 556 — — 556 Other (i) — (1,227 ) — — (1,227 ) — (1,173 ) 5,256 — 4,083 Total assets at fair value $ 8,469 $ 26,324 $ 22 $ 6,437 $ 41,252 $ 3,076 $ 13,238 $ 5,257 $ 3,570 $ 25,141 _______ (a) Certain assets that are measured at fair value using the NAV per share (or its equivalent) practical expedient have not been classified in the fair value hierarchy. (b) Debt securities primarily issued by U.S. government-sponsored enterprises (“GSEs”). (c) “Investment grade” bonds are those rated Baa3/BBB- or higher by at least two rating agencies; “High yield” bonds are those rated below investment grade; “Other credit” refers to non-rated bonds. (d) Net derivative position. (e) For U.S. plans, funds investing in diverse hedge fund strategies with the following composition of underlying hedge fund investments at December 31, 2015 : global macro ( 34% ), event-driven ( 20% ), equity long/short ( 24% ), multi-strategy ( 19% ), and relative value ( 3% ). For non-U.S. plans, funds investing in diversified portfolio of underlying hedge funds. At December 31, 2015 , the composition of underlying hedge fund investments (within the United Kingdom and Canada pension plans) was: equity long/short ( 38% ), event-driven ( 26% ), global macro ( 17% ), multi‑strategy ( 12% ), and relative value ( 7% ). (f) For U.S. plans, diversified investments in private equity funds with the following strategies: buyout ( 59% ), venture capital ( 31% ), mezzanine/distressed ( 5% ), and other ( 5% ). Allocations are estimated based on latest available data for managers reflecting June 30, 2015 holdings. For non-U.S. plans, investments in private investment funds (funds of funds) pursuing strategies broadly classified as venture capital and buyouts. (g) For U.S. plans, investment in private property funds broadly classified as core ( 42% ), value-added and opportunistic ( 58% ). For non-U.S. plans, investment in private property funds broadly classified as core ( 41% ), value-added and opportunistic ( 59% ). Also includes investment in real assets. (h) Primarily short-term investment funds to provide liquidity to plan investment managers and cash held to pay benefits. (i) For U.S. plans, primarily cash related to net pending security (purchases)/sales and net pending foreign currency purchases/(sales). For non-U.S plans, primarily Ford-Werke, plan assets (insurance contract valued at $4.4 billion at year-end 2015 ) and cash related to net pending security (purchases)/sales and net pending foreign currency purchases/(sales). NOTE 12. RETIREMENT BENEFITS (Continued) The fair value of our defined benefit pension plan assets (including dividends and interest receivables of $360 million and $112 million for U.S. and non-U.S. plans, respectively) by asset category at December 31 was as follows (in millions): 2014 U.S. Plans Non-U.S.Plans Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Assets measured at NAV (a) Total Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Assets measured at NAV (a) Total Asset Category Equity U.S. companies $ 2,678 $ 2 $ — $ — $ 2,680 $ 2,119 $ — $ — $ 149 $ 2,268 International companies 1,510 21 — 7 1,538 1,910 171 — 25 2,106 Total equity 4,188 23 — 7 4,218 4,029 171 — 174 4,374 Fixed Income U.S. government 4,506 — — — 4,506 92 — — — 92 U.S. government-sponsored enterprises (b) — 4,047 — — 4,047 — 24 — — 24 Non-U.S. government — 1,842 — — 1,842 — 10,727 — — 10,727 Corporate bonds (c) Investment grade — 18,052 — — 18,052 — 1,741 — — 1,741 High yield — 3,258 — — 3,258 — 472 — — 472 Other credit — 181 14 — 195 — 81 — — 81 Mortgage/other asset-backed — 1,290 34 — 1,324 — 230 — — 230 Commingled funds — — — 200 200 — 127 — 489 616 Derivative financial instruments (d) 13 (206 ) — — (193 ) — (4 ) — — (4 ) Total fixed income 4,519 28,464 48 200 33,231 92 13,398 — 489 13,979 Alternatives Hedge funds (e) — 84 — 2,475 2,559 — 88 — 1,749 1,837 Private equity (f) 1 1 — 2,782 2,784 — — — 538 538 Real estate (g) — 2 — 821 823 — 1 — 678 679 Total alternatives 1 87 — 6,078 6,166 — 89 — 2,965 3,054 Cash and cash equivalents (h) — 1,374 — — 1,374 — 656 — — 656 Other (i) — (145 ) — — (145 ) — (1,113 ) 4,725 — 3,612 Total assets at fair value $ 8,708 $ 29,803 $ 48 $ 6,285 $ 44,844 $ 4,121 $ 13,201 $ 4,725 $ 3,628 $ 25,675 _______ (a) Certain assets that are measured at fair value using the NAV per share (or its equivalent) practical expedient have not been classified in the fair value hierarchy. (b) Debt securities primarily issued by GSEs. (c) “Investment grade” bonds are those rated Baa3/BBB- or higher by at least two rating agencies; “High yield” bonds are those rated below investment grade; “Other credit” refers to non-rated bonds. (d) Net derivative position. (e) For U.S. plans, funds investing in diverse hedge fund strategies with the following composition of underlying hedge fund investments at December 31, 2014 : global macro ( 28% ), event-driven ( 26% ), equity long/short ( 26% ), multi-strategy ( 14% ), and relative value ( 7% ). For non-U.S. plans, funds investing in diversified portfolio of underlying hedge funds. At December 31, 2014 , the composition of underlying hedge fund investments (within the United Kingdom and Canada pension plans) was: equity long/short ( 39% ), event-driven ( 33% ), global macro ( 13% ), multi-strategy ( 10% ), and relative value ( 5% ). (f) For U.S. plans, diversified investments in private equity funds with the following strategies: buyout ( 62% ), venture capital ( 27% ), mezzanine/distressed ( 6% ), and other ( 5% ). Allocations are estimated based on latest available data for managers reflecting June 30, 2014 holdings. For non-U.S. plans, investments in private investment funds (funds of funds) pursuing strategies broadly classified as venture capital and buyouts. (g) For U.S. plans, investment in private property funds broadly classified as core ( 42% ), value-added and opportunistic ( 58% ). For non-U.S. plans, investment in private property funds broadly classified as core ( 39% ), value-added and opportunistic ( 61% ). Also includes investment in real assets. (h) Primarily short-term investment funds to provide liquidity to plan investment managers and cash held to pay benefits. (i) For U.S. plans, primarily cash related to net pending security (purchases)/sales and net pending foreign currency purchases/(sales). For non-U.S plans, primarily Ford-Werke, plan assets (insurance contract valued at $3.8 billion at year-end 2014 ) and cash related to net pending security (purchases)/sales and net pending foreign currency purchases/(sales). NOTE 12. RETIREMENT BENEFITS (Continued) The following table summarizes the changes in Level 3 defined benefit pension plan assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis for the year ended December 31 (in millions): 2015 Return on plan assets U.S. Plans: Fair Value at January 1 Attributable to Assets Held at December 31 Attributable to Assets Sold Net Purchases/ (Settlements) Transfers Into/ (Out of) Level 3 Fair Value at December 31 Asset Category Equity International companies $ — $ — $ — $ — $ 1 $ 1 Total equity — — — — 1 1 Fixed Income Corporate bonds High yield 14 (5 ) — — — 9 Mortgage/other asset-backed 34 (4 ) — (4 ) (14 ) 12 Total fixed income 48 (9 ) — (4 ) (14 ) 21 Total Level 3 fair value $ 48 $ (9 ) $ — $ (4 ) $ (13 ) $ 22 Non-U.S. Plans: Asset Category Equity International companies $ — $ — $ — $ — $ 1 $ 1 Total equity — — — — 1 1 Other (a) 4,725 531 — — — 5,256 Total Level 3 fair value $ 4,725 $ 531 $ — $ — $ 1 $ 5,257 _______ (a) Primarily Ford-Werke plan assets (insurance contract valued at $4.4 billion at year-end 2015 ). Return on plan assets attributable to assets held at December 31, 2015 reflects a change in valuation technique (totaling $725 million ) noted in the alternative assets section of the pension plan asset information. NOTE 12. RETIREMENT BENEFITS (Continued) The following table summarizes the changes in Level 3 defined benefit pension plan assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis for the year ended December 31 (in millions): 2014 Return on plan assets U.S. Plans: Fair Value at January 1 Attributable to Assets Held at December 31 Attributable to Assets Sold Net Purchases/ (Settlements) Transfers Into/ (Out of) Level 3 Fair Value at December 31 Asset Category Equity U.S. companies $ 3 $ — $ (3 ) $ — $ — $ — International companies 1 — (1 ) — — — Total equity 4 — (4 ) — — — Fixed Income Corporate bonds Other credit — — — — 14 14 Mortgage/other asset-backed 33 — — 34 (33 ) 34 Total fixed income 33 — — 34 (19 ) 48 Other 1 — — (1 ) — — Total Level 3 fair value $ 38 $ — $ (4 ) $ 33 $ (19 ) $ 48 Non-U.S. Plans: Asset Category Equity International companies $ 2 $ — $ (1 ) $ (1 ) $ — $ — Total equity 2 — (1 ) (1 ) — — Fixed Income Non-U.S. government 67 (2 ) — (12 ) (53 ) — Corporate bonds Investment grade 55 3 — (17 ) (41 ) — High yield 21 — — (15 ) (6 ) — Other credit 13 — — (7 ) (6 ) — Mortgage/other asset-backed 14 — — (4 ) (10 ) — Total fixed income 170 1 — (55 )

Debt and Commitments (Notes)

Debt and Commitments (Notes)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
DEBT AND COMMITMENTS	DEBT AND COMMITMENTS Our debt consists of short-term and long-term secured and unsecured debt securities, and secured and unsecured borrowings from banks and other lenders. Debt issuances are placed directly by us or through securities dealers or underwriters and are held by institutional and retail investors. In addition, Ford Credit sponsors securitization programs that provide short-term and long-term asset-backed financing through institutional investors in the U.S. and international capital markets. Debt is reported on our balance sheet at par value adjusted for unamortized discount or premium, unamortized issuance costs, and adjustments related to designated fair value hedges (see Note 16 ). Discounts, premiums, and costs directly related to the issuance of debt are capitalized and amortized over the life of the debt or to the put date and are recorded in Interest expense using the effective interest method. Gains and losses on the extinguishment of debt are recorded in Automotive interest income and other income/(loss), net and Financial Services other income/(loss), net . NOTE 13. DEBT AND COMMITMENTS (Continued) The carrying value of Automotive sector and Financial Services sector debt at December 31 was as follows (in millions): Interest Rates Average Contractual (a) Average Effective (b) Automotive Sector 2015 2014 2015 2014 2015 2014 Debt payable within one year Short-term $ 818 $ 373 7.3 % 1.9 % 7.3 % 1.9 % Long-term payable within one year U.S. Department of Energy (“DOE”) Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing (“ATVM”) Incentive Program 591 591 European Investment Bank (“EIB”) loans — 1,187 Other debt 370 350 Total debt payable within one year 1,779 2,501 Long-term debt payable after one year Public unsecured debt securities 6,594 6,634 DOE ATVM Incentive Program 3,242 3,833 Other debt 1,696 1,000 Adjustments Unamortized (discount)/premium (412 ) (144 ) Unamortized issuance costs (c) (60 ) — Total long-term debt payable after one year 11,060 11,323 5.3 % 4.6 % 6.0 % 4.6 % Total Automotive sector $ 12,839 $ 13,824 Fair value of Automotive sector debt (d) $ 14,199 $ 15,553 Financial Services Sector Short-term debt Unsecured debt $ 10,268 $ 9,761 Asset-backed debt 1,855 1,377 Total short-term debt 12,123 11,138 1.6 % 1.9 % 1.6 % 1.9 % Long-term debt Unsecured debt Notes payable within one year 10,241 8,795 Notes payable after one year 49,193 43,087 Asset-backed debt Notes payable within one year 18,855 16,738 Notes payable after one year 29,390 25,216 Adjustments Unamortized (discount)/premium (29 ) (55 ) Unamortized issuance costs (c) (216 ) — Fair value adjustments (e) 458 428 Total long-term debt 107,892 94,209 2.3 % 2.8 % 2.4 % 2.9 % Total Financial Services sector $ 120,015 $ 105,347 Fair value of Financial Services sector debt (d) $ 121,170 $ 107,758 __________ (a) Average contractual rates reflect the stated contractual interest rate. (b) Average effective rates reflect the average contractual interest rate plus amortization of discounts, premiums, and issuance costs. (c) The new accounting standard regarding the presentation of debt issuance costs was adopted in the current period and applied prospectively. (d) The fair value of debt includes $560 million and $131 million of Automotive sector short-term debt and $10.3 billion and $9.8 billion of Financial Services sector short-term debt at December 31, 2015 and 2014 , respectively, carried at cost which approximates fair value. All debt is categorized within Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy. (e) Adjustments related to designated fair value hedges of unsecured debt. NOTE 13. DEBT AND COMMITMENTS (Continued) The fair value of debt reflects interest accrued but not yet paid. Interest accrued on Automotive debt was $213 million and $180 million at December 31, 2015 and 2014 , respectively. Interest accrued on Financial Services debt was $568 million and $602 million at December 31, 2015 and 2014 , respectively. Accrued interest is reported in Other liabilities and deferred revenue . See Note 4 for fair value method. We paid interest of $693 million , $774 million , and $746 million in 2015 , 2014 , and 2013 , respectively, on Automotive debt. We paid interest of $2.4 billion , $2.7 billion , and $2.8 billion in 2015 , 2014 , and 2013 , respectively, on Financial Services debt. Maturities Debt maturities at December 31, 2015 were as follows (in millions): 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 Thereafter Adjustments Total Debt Maturities Automotive Sector Public unsecured debt securities $ — $ — $ 361 $ — $ — $ 6,233 $ (200 ) $ 6,394 DOE ATVM Incentive Program 591 591 591 591 591 878 — 3,833 Short-term and other debt (a) 1,188 538 215 218 272 453 (272 ) 2,612 Total 1,779 1,129 1,167 809 863 7,564 (472 ) 12,839 Financial Services Sector Unsecured debt 20,509 12,501 11,288 6,151 6,931 12,322 274 69,976 Asset-backed debt 20,710 17,109 4,640 3,576 3,765 300 (61 ) 50,039 Total 41,219 29,610 15,928 9,727 10,696 12,622 213 120,015 __________ (a) Primarily non-U.S. affiliate debt. NOTE 13. DEBT AND COMMITMENTS (Continued) Automotive Sector Public Unsecured Debt Securities Our public, unsecured debt securities outstanding at December 31 were as follows (in millions): Aggregate Principal Amount Outstanding Title of Security 2015 2014 4 7/8% Debentures due March 26, 2015 $ — $ 161 6 1/2% Debentures due August 1, 2018 361 361 8 7/8% Debentures due January 15, 2022 86 86 7 1/8% Debentures due November 15, 2025 209 209 7 1/2% Debentures due August 1, 2026 193 193 6 5/8% Debentures due February 15, 2028 104 104 6 5/8% Debentures due October 1, 2028 (a) 638 638 6 3/8% Debentures due February 1, 2029 (a) 260 260 7.45% GLOBLS due July 16, 2031 (a) 1,794 1,794 8.900% Debentures due January 15, 2032 151 151 9.95% Debentures due February 15, 2032 4 4 5.75% Debentures due April 2, 2035 (b) — 40 7.75% Debentures due June 15, 2043 73 73 7.40% Debentures due November 1, 2046 398 398 9.980% Debentures due February 15, 2047 181 181 7.70% Debentures due May 15, 2097 142 142 4.75% Notes due January 15, 2043 2,000 2,000 Total public unsecured debt securities (c) $ 6,594 $ 6,795 __________ (a) Listed on the Luxembourg Exchange and on the Singapore Exchange. (b) Unregistered industrial revenue bond. (c) Excludes 9.215% Debentures due September 15, 2021 with an outstanding balance at December 31, 2015 of $180 million . The proceeds from these securities were on-lent by Ford to Ford Holdings to fund Financial Services activity and are reported as Financial Services debt . DOE ATVM Incentive Program In September 2009, we entered into a Loan Arrangement and Reimbursement Agreement with the DOE, under which we borrowed through multiple draws $5.9 billion to finance certain costs for fuel-efficient, advanced-technology vehicles. At December 31, 2015 , an aggregate $3.8 billion was outstanding. The principal amount of the ATVM loan bears interest at a blended rate based on the U.S. Treasury yield curve at the time each draw was made (with the weighted-average interest rate on all such draws being about 2.3% per annum). The ATVM loan is repayable in equal quarterly installments of $148 million , which began in September 2012 and will end in June 2022 . Automotive Credit Facilities Lenders under our Third Amended and Restated Credit Agreement dated as of April 30, 2015 and as further amended (the “revolving credit facility”) have commitments to us totaling $13.4 billion , with 75% of the commitments maturing on April 30, 2020 and 25% of the commitments maturing on April 30, 2018. We have allocated $3 billion of commitments to Ford Credit on an irrevocable and exclusive basis to support its liquidity. Any borrowings by Ford Credit under the revolving credit facility would be guaranteed by us. The revolving credit facility is unsecured and free of material adverse change conditions to borrowing, restrictive financial covenants (for example, interest or fixed charge coverage ratio, debt-to-equity ratio, and minimum net worth requirements), and credit rating triggers that could limit our ability to obtain funding. The revolving credit facility contains a liquidity covenant that requires us to maintain a minimum of $4 billion in aggregate of domestic cash, cash equivalents, and loaned and marketable securities and/or availability under the revolving credit facility. If our senior, unsecured, long‑term debt does not maintain at least two investment grade ratings from Fitch, Moody’s, and S&P, the guarantees of certain subsidiaries will be required. NOTE 13. DEBT AND COMMITMENTS (Continued) At December 31, 2015 , the utilized portion of the revolving credit facility was $48 million , representing amounts utilized as letters of credit. At December 31, 2015 , we had $1.5 billion of local credit facilities available to non-U.S. Automotive affiliates, of which $836 million had been utilized. Financial Services Sector Asset-Backed Debt At December 31, 2015 , the carrying value of our asset-backed debt was $50 billion . This secured debt is issued by Ford Credit and includes asset-backed securities used to fund operations and maintain liquidity. Assets securing the related debt issued as part of all our securitization transactions are included in our consolidated results and are based upon the legal transfer of the underlying assets in order to reflect legal ownership and the beneficial ownership of the debt holder. The third-party investors in the securitization transactions have legal recourse only to the assets securing the debt and do not have such recourse to us, except for the customary representation and warranty provisions or when we are counterparty to certain derivative transactions of the special purpose entities (“SPEs”). In addition, the cash flows generated by the assets are restricted only to pay such liabilities; Ford Credit retains the right to residual cash flows. See Note 15 for additional information. Although not contractually required, we regularly support our wholesale securitization programs by repurchasing receivables of a dealer from a SPE when the dealer’s performance is at risk, which transfers the corresponding risk of loss from the SPE to us. In order to continue to fund the wholesale receivables, we also may contribute additional cash or wholesale receivables if the collateral falls below required levels. The balances of cash related to these contributions were $0 at December 31, 2015 and 2014 , and ranged from $0 to $72 million during 2015 and $0 to $242 million during 2014 . SPEs that are exposed to interest rate or currency risk may reduce their risks by entering into derivative transactions. In certain instances, we have entered into derivative transactions with the counterparty to protect the counterparty from risks absorbed through derivative transactions with the SPEs. Derivative income/(expense) related to the derivative transactions that support Ford Credit ’ s securitization programs were $2 million , $4 million , and $(25) million for the years ended December 31, 2015 , 2014 and 2013 , respectively. See Note 16 for additional information regarding the accounting for derivatives. Interest expense on securitization debt was $630 million , $595 million , and $640 million in 2015 , 2014 , and 2013 , respectively. The assets and liabilities related to our asset-backed debt arrangements included on our financial statements at December 31 were as follows (in billions): 2015 2014 Assets Cash and cash equivalents $ 4.3 $ 2.4 Finance receivables, net 53.6 46.1 Net investment in operating leases 13.3 9.6 Liabilities Debt (a) 50.0 43.3 __________ (a) Debt is net of unamortized discount and issuance costs. Committed Credit Facilities At December 31, 2015 , Ford Credit’s committed capacity totaled $38.5 billion of which $17.1 billion is available for use. Ford Credit’s committed capacity is primarily comprised of unsecured credit facilities with financial institutions, committed asset-backed security lines from bank-sponsored commercial paper conduits and other financial institutions, and allocated commitments under the revolving credit facility.

Redeemable Noncontrolling Inter

Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests [Abstract]
Noncontrolling Interest Disclosure [Text Block]	REDEEMABLE NONCONTROLLING INTEREST The redeemable noncontrolling interest in our Ford Sollers Netherlands B.V. (“Ford Sollers”) joint venture is discussed in Note 22 . AutoAlliance International, Inc. (“AAI”) was a 50 / 50 joint venture between Ford and Mazda Motor Corporation (“Mazda”) that owned an automobile assembly plant in Flat Rock, Michigan. In January 2015, Mazda exercised its put option and Ford purchased Mazda’s 50% equity interest at the exercise price plus accrued interest of $342 million (included in Cash flows from financing activities in our statement of cash flows) and dissolved AAI.

Variable Interest Entities (Not

Variable Interest Entities (Notes)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Variable Interest Entities [Abstract]
VARIABLE INTEREST ENTITIES	VARIABLE INTEREST ENTITIES A VIE is an entity that either (i) has insufficient equity to permit the entity to finance its activities without additional subordinated financial support, or (ii) has equity investors who lack the characteristics of a controlling financial interest. We consolidate VIEs of which we are the primary beneficiary. We consider ourselves the primary beneficiary of a VIE when we have both the power to direct the activities that most significantly impact the entity’s economic performance and the obligation to absorb losses or the right to receive benefits from the entity that could potentially be significant to the VIE. Assets recognized as a result of consolidating these VIEs do not represent additional assets that could be used to satisfy claims against our general assets. Conversely, liabilities recognized as a result of consolidating these VIEs do not represent additional claims on our general assets; rather, they represent claims against the specific assets of the consolidated VIEs. We have the power to direct the significant activities of an entity when our management has the ability to make key operating decisions, such as decisions regarding capital or product investment or manufacturing production schedules. For securitization entities, we have the power to direct significant activities when we have the ability to exercise discretion in the servicing of financial assets (including general collection activity on current and non-current accounts and loss mitigation efforts including repossession and sale of collateral), issue additional debt, exercise a unilateral call option, add assets to revolving structures, or control investment decisions. VIEs of Which We are Not the Primary Beneficiary Certain of our joint ventures are VIEs, in which the power to direct economically significant activities is shared with the joint venture partner. Our investments in these joint ventures are accounted for as equity method investments. Our maximum exposure to any potential losses associated with these joint ventures is limited to our investment, including loans, and was $251 million and $307 million at December 31, 2015 and 2014 , respectively VIEs of Which We are the Primary Beneficiary Securitization Entities. Through Ford Credit, we securitize, transfer, and service financial assets associated with consumer finance receivables, operating leases, and wholesale loans. Our securitization transactions typically involve the legal transfer of financial assets to bankruptcy remote SPEs. We generally retain economic interests in the asset-backed securitization transactions, which are retained in the form of senior or subordinated interests, cash reserve accounts, residual interests, and servicing rights. For accounting purposes, we are precluded from recording the transfers of assets in securitization transactions as sales. In most cases, the bankruptcy remote SPEs meet the definition of VIEs for which we have determined we have both the power to direct the activities of the entity that most significantly impact the entity’s performance and the obligation to absorb losses or the right to receive benefits of the entity that could be significant, and would therefore also be consolidated. We account for all securitization transactions as if they were secured financing and therefore the assets, liabilities, and related activity of these transactions are consolidated in our financial results and are included in amounts presented on the face of our consolidated balance sheet. See Note 13 for additional information on the accounting for asset-backed debt and the assets securing this debt.

Derivative Financial Instrument

Derivative Financial Instruments and Hedging Activities (Notes)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
DERIVATIVE FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS AND HEDGING ACTIVITIES	DERIVATIVE FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS AND HEDGING ACTIVITIES In the normal course of business, our operations are exposed to global market risks, including the effect of changes in foreign currency exchange rates, certain commodity prices, and interest rates. To manage these risks, we enter into highly effective derivatives contracts: • Foreign currency exchange contracts, including forwards, that are used to manage foreign exchange exposure; • Commodity contracts, including forwards, that are used to manage commodity price risk; • Interest rate contracts, including swaps, that are used to manage the effects of interest rate fluctuations; and • Cross-currency interest rate swap contracts that are used to manage foreign currency and interest rate exposures on foreign-denominated debt. Our derivatives are over-the-counter customized derivative transactions and are not exchange-traded. We review our hedging program, derivative positions, and overall risk management strategy on a regular basis. Derivative Financial Instruments and Hedge Accounting. Derivatives are recorded on the balance sheet at fair value and presented on a gross basis. Derivative assets are reported in Other assets and derivative liabilities are reported in Payables and Other liabilities and deferred revenue. We have elected to apply hedge accounting to certain derivatives. Derivatives that are designated in hedging relationships are evaluated for effectiveness using regression analysis at the time they are designated and throughout the hedge period. Some derivatives do not qualify for hedge accounting; for others, we elect not to apply hedge accounting. Cash Flow Hedges. Our Automotive sector has designated certain forward contracts as cash flow hedges of forecasted transactions with exposure to foreign currency exchange and commodity price risks. The effective portion of changes in the fair value of cash flow hedges is deferred in Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss) and is recognized in Automotive cost of sales when the hedged item affects earnings. The ineffective portion is reported in Automotive cost of sales in the period of measurement. Our policy is to de-designate foreign currency exchange cash flow hedges prior to the time forecasted transactions are recognized as assets or liabilities on the balance sheet and report subsequent changes in fair value through Automotive cost of sales . If it becomes probable that the originally-forecasted transaction will not occur, the related amount included in Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss) is reclassified and recognized in earnings. The majority of our cash flow hedges mature in two years or less. Fair Value Hedges. Our Financial Services sector uses derivatives to reduce the risk of changes in the fair value of debt. We have designated certain receive-fixed, pay-float interest rate swaps as fair value hedges of fixed-rate debt. The risk being hedged is the risk of changes in the fair value of the hedged debt attributable to changes in the benchmark interest rate. If the hedge relationship is deemed to be highly effective, we record the changes in the fair value of the hedged debt related to the risk being hedged in Financial Services debt with the offset in Financial Services other income/(loss), net . The change in fair value of the related derivative (excluding accrued interest) also is recorded in Financial Services other income/(loss), net. Net interest settlements and accruals on fair value hedges are excluded from the assessment of hedge effectiveness and are reported in Interest expense . The cash flows associated with fair value hedges are reported in Net cash provided by/(used in) operating activities on our statement of cash flows. When a fair value hedge is de-designated, or when the derivative is terminated before maturity, the fair value adjustment to the hedged debt continues to be reported as part of the carrying value of the debt and is amortized over its remaining life. Derivatives Not Designated as Hedging Instruments. Our Automotive sector reports changes in the fair value of derivatives not designated as hedging instruments through Automotive cost of sales . Cash flows associated with non-designated or de-designated derivatives are reported in Net cash provided by/(used in) investing activities on our statements of cash flows. NOTE 16. DERIVATIVE FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS AND HEDGING ACTIVITIES (Continued) Our Financial Services sector reports net interest settlements and accruals and changes in the fair value of interest rate swaps not designated as hedging instruments in Financial Services other income/(loss), net . Foreign currency revaluation on accrued interest along with gains and losses on foreign exchange contracts and cross currency interest rate swaps are reported in Financial Services other income/(loss), net . Cash flows associated with non-designated or de­designated derivatives are reported in Net cash provided by/(used in) investing activities on our statements of cash flows . Normal Purchases and Normal Sales Classification. We have elected to apply the normal purchases and normal sales classification for physical supply contracts that are entered into for the purpose of procuring commodities to be used in production over a reasonable period in the normal course of our business. Income Effect of Derivative Financial Instruments The gains/(losses), by hedge designation, recorded in income for the years ended December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 2013 Automotive Sector Cash flow hedges (a) Reclassified from AOCI to net income $ (239 ) $ 78 $ (80 ) Ineffectiveness — — (3 ) Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments Foreign currency exchange contracts 359 193 (26 ) Commodity contracts (64 ) (47 ) (84 ) Total $ 56 $ 224 $ (193 ) Financial Services Sector Fair value hedges Interest rate contracts Net interest settlements and accruals excluded from the assessment of hedge effectiveness $ 370 $ 304 $ 254 Ineffectiveness (b) 3 20 (44 ) Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments Interest rate contracts (58 ) (41 ) (33 ) Foreign currency exchange contracts 66 68 21 Cross-currency interest rate swap contracts 100 161 (88 ) Total $ 481 $ 512 $ 110 __________ (a) For 2015 , 2014 , and 2013 , a $123 million gain , a $271 million loss , and a $317 million gain , respectively, were recorded in Other comprehensive income . (b) For 2015 , 2014 , and 2013 , hedge ineffectiveness reflects the net change in fair value on derivatives of $72 million gain , $407 million gain , and $658 million loss respectively, and change in value on hedged debt attributable to the change in benchmark interest rates of $69 million loss , $387 million loss , and $614 million gain , respectively. NOTE 16. DERIVATIVE FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS AND HEDGING ACTIVITIES (Continued) Balance Sheet Effect of Derivative Financial Instruments Derivative assets and liabilities are recorded on the balance sheet at fair value and are presented on a gross basis. The notional amounts of the derivative instruments do not necessarily represent amounts exchanged by the parties and are not a direct measure of our financial exposure. We also enter into master agreements with counterparties that may allow for netting of exposures in the event of default or breach of the counterparty agreement. The fair value of our derivative instruments and the associated notional amounts, presented gross, at December 31 were as follows(in millions): 2015 2014 Notional Fair Value of Assets Fair Value of Liabilities Notional Fair Value of Assets Fair Value of Liabilities Automotive Sector Cash flow hedges Foreign currency exchange and commodity contracts $ 12,593 $ 522 $ 366 $ 15,434 $ 359 $ 517 Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments Foreign currency exchange contracts 19,395 404 238 12,198 157 129 Commodity contracts 643 2 26 693 1 67 Total derivative financial instruments, gross $ 32,631 928 630 $ 28,325 517 713 Counterparty netting and collateral (a) (567 ) (567 ) (463 ) (463 ) Total derivative financial instruments, net $ 361 $ 63 $ 54 $ 250 Financial Services Sector Fair value hedges Interest rate contracts $ 28,964 $ 670 $ 16 $ 23,203 $ 602 $ 38 Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments Interest rate contracts 62,638 159 112 56,558 168 89 Foreign currency exchange contracts 1,713 22 4 1,527 18 1 Cross-currency interest rate swap contracts 3,137 73 111 2,425 71 39 Total derivative financial instruments, gross $ 96,452 924 243 $ 83,713 859 167 Counterparty netting and collateral (a) (166 ) (166 ) (136 ) (136 ) Total derivative financial instruments, net $ 758 $ 77 $ 723 $ 31 __________ (a) At December 31, 2015 and 2014 , we did not receive or pledge any cash collateral.

Accumulated Other Comprehensive

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income/(Loss)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]
ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME/(LOSS)	ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME/(LOSS) The changes in the balances for each component of accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss) attributable to Ford Motor Company for the years ended December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 2013 Foreign currency translation Beginning balance $ (2,438 ) $ (2,402 ) $ (1,881 ) Gains/(Losses) on foreign currency translation (1,146 ) (136 ) (685 ) Less: Tax/(Tax benefit) — 53 (53 ) Net gains/(losses) on foreign currency translation (1,146 ) (189 ) (632 ) (Gains)/Losses reclassified from AOCI to net income (a) 14 153 111 Other comprehensive income/(loss), net of tax (1,132 ) (36 ) (521 ) Ending balance $ (3,570 ) $ (2,438 ) $ (2,402 ) Marketable securities Beginning balance $ — $ — $ — Gains/(Losses) on available for sale securities (b) (10 ) — — Less: Tax/(Tax benefit) (4 ) — — Net gains/(losses) on available for sale securities (6 ) — — (Gains)/Losses reclassified from AOCI to net income — — — Less: Tax/(Tax benefit) — — — Net (gains)/losses reclassified from AOCI to net income — — — Other comprehensive income/(loss), net of tax (6 ) — — Ending balance $ (6 ) $ — $ — Derivative instruments (c) Beginning balance $ (163 ) $ 19 $ (196 ) Gains/(Losses) on derivative instruments 123 (271 ) 317 Less: Tax/(Tax benefit) 50 (96 ) 141 Net gains/(losses) on derivative instruments 73 (175 ) 176 (Gains)/Losses reclassified from AOCI to net income 239 (78 ) 80 Less: Tax/(Tax benefit) 85 (71 ) 41 Net (gains)/losses reclassified from AOCI to net income (d) 154 (7 ) 39 Other comprehensive income/(loss), net of tax 227 (182 ) 215 Ending balance $ 64 $ (163 ) $ 19 Pension and other postretirement benefits Beginning balance $ (2,664 ) $ (2,641 ) $ (2,594 ) Prior service (costs)/credits arising during the period (104 ) (11 ) 2 Less: Tax/(Tax benefit) (41 ) (2 ) — Net prior service (costs)/credits arising during the period (63 ) (9 ) 2 Amortization and recognition of prior service costs/(credits) (e) (1 ) (19 ) (43 ) Recognition of (gains)/losses due to curtailments (e) — — (2 ) Less: Tax/(Tax benefit) 6 (7 ) (21 ) Net prior service costs/(credits) reclassified from AOCI to net income (7 ) (12 ) (24 ) Translation impact on non-U.S. plans (11 ) (2 ) (25 ) Other comprehensive income/(loss), net of tax (81 ) (23 ) (47 ) Ending balance $ (2,745 ) $ (2,664 ) $ (2,641 ) Total AOCI ending balance at December 31 $ (6,257 ) $ (5,265 ) $ (5,024 ) __________ (a) The accumulated translation adjustments related to an investment in a foreign subsidiary are reclassified to Automotive interest income and other income/(loss), net, Financial Services other income/(loss), net, or Equity in net income of affiliated companies. (b) Includes a $2 million gain on available for sale securities held by an unconsolidated subsidiary of Ford Motor Company. (c) We expect to reclassify existing net gains of $132 million from Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss) to Automotive cost of sales during the next twelve months as the underlying exposures are realized. (d) Gains/(Losses) on cash flow hedges are reclassified from Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss) to income when the hedged item affects earnings and is recognized in Automotive cost of sales. See Note 16 for additional information. (e) This Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss) component is included in the computation of net periodic pension cost. See Note 12 for additional information.

Other Income (Loss) (Notes)

Other Income (Loss) (Notes)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Other Income and Expenses [Abstract]
OTHER INCOME/(LOSS)	OTHER INCOME/(LOSS) Automotive Sector The amounts included in Automotive interest income and other income/(loss), net for the years ended December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 2013 Investment-related interest income $ 233 $ 193 $ 163 Interest income/(expense) on income taxes — 109 — Realized and unrealized gains/(losses) on cash equivalents and marketable securities 46 (9 ) 190 Gains/(Losses) on changes in investments in affiliates 42 (798 ) (113 ) Gains/(Losses) on extinguishment of debt 1 (132 ) (18 ) Royalty income 666 559 577 Other 200 154 175 Total $ 1,188 $ 76 $ 974 Financial Services Sector The amounts included in Financial Services other income/(loss), net for the years ended December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 2013 Investment-related interest income $ 76 $ 51 $ 50 Interest income/(expense) on income taxes 3 (13 ) — Insurance premiums earned 133 125 119 Other 160 185 179 Total $ 372 $ 348 $ 348

Share-Based Compensation

Share-Based Compensation	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Share-based Compensation [Abstract]
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Text Block]	SHARE-BASED EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION We issue to our employees restricted stock units (“RSUs”), which consist of time-based and performance-based awards. RSUs provide the recipients with the right to shares of Common Stock following a specified performance period and/or vesting period. Time-based awards generally have a vesting feature whereby one-third of each grant of RSUs vests after the first anniversary of the grant date, one-third after the second anniversary, and one-third after the third anniversary. Performance-based RSUs vest at the end of the specified performance period, generally three years , assuming required metrics are met. Performance-based RSUs have two components: one based on Ford’s internal financial performance metrics, and the other based on Ford’s total shareholder return relative to total shareholder returns of an industrial and automotive peer group . We issue new shares of Common Stock upon vesting of RSUs. The fair value of both the time-based and the portion of the performance-based RSUs pertaining to internal performance metrics is determined using the closing price of our Common Stock . The fair value of time-based RSUs is expensed over the shorter of the vesting period, using the graded vesting method , or the time period an employee becomes eligible to retain the award at retirement. The fair value of performance-based RSUs is expensed when it is probable and estimable as measured against the performance metrics over the shorter of the performance or required service periods . Expense is recorded in Selling, administrative, and other expenses . Share-based compensation awards outstanding at December 31, 2015 consist of awards granted to employees under two Long-Term Incentive Plans (“LTIP”): the 1998 LTIP and the 2008 LTIP. No further grants may be made under the 1998 LTIP. Under the 2008 LTIP, the number of shares that may be granted in any year is limited to 2% of our issued and outstanding Common Stock as of December 31 of the prior calendar year. Any unused portion is available for awards in later years. The limit may be increased up to 3% in any year, with a corresponding reduction in shares available for grants in future years. At December 31, 2015 , the number of unused shares carried forward was 344 million shares. NOTE 19. SHARE-BASED EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION (Continued) The performance-based RSUs granted in March 2015 include a relative Total Shareholder Return (“TSR”) metric. We estimate the fair value of the TSR component of the performance-based RSUs using a Monte Carlo simulation . Inputs and assumptions used to calculate the fair value at grant date were as follows: 2015 Fair value per stock award $ 16.98 Grant date stock price 16.03 Assumptions: Ford’s stock price expected volatility (a) 23.3 % Expected average volatility of peer companies (a) 24.1 % Risk-free interest rate 1.09 % Dividend yield 3.74 % __________ (a) Expected volatility based on three years of daily closing share price changes ending on the grant date. During 2015 , activity for RSUs was as follows (in millions, except for weighted average fair value): Shares Weighted- Average Fair Value Outstanding, beginning of year 23.4 $ 14.01 Granted 13.8 15.86 Vested (9.2 ) 13.63 Forfeited (0.6 ) 15.26 Outstanding, end of year 27.4 15.04 RSUs expected to vest 26.9 N/A The table above also includes shares awarded to non-employee directors. At December 31, 2015, there were 218,184 shares vested, but unissued. Additional information about RSUs for the years ended December 31 was as follows (in millions, except for weighted average fair value): 2015 2014 2013 Fair value of vested shares $ 126 $ 102 $ 101 Weighted average fair value (per unit) 15.86 15.40 12.77 Compensation cost (a) 125 95 81 __________ (a) Net of tax benefit of $65 million , $49 million , and $48 million in 2015 , 2014 , and 2013 , respectively. As of December 31, 2015 , there was approximately $87 million in unrecognized compensation cost related to non‑vested RSUs. This expense will be recognized over a weighted average period of 1.9 years . NOTE 19. SHARE-BASED EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION (Continued) Stock Options During 2015, no stock options were issued to our employees. As of December 31, 2015, the last of our outstanding stock options will expire in July 2024, if not exercised sooner. We measure the fair value of our stock options using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model and record expense in Selling, administrative, and other expenses . For the years ended December 31, 2015 and 2014 , stock options outstanding were 45.4 million and 63.8 million , respectively, and stock options exercisable were 39.3 million and 51.5 million , respectively. For the year ended December 31, 2015 , the intrinsic value for vested and unvested stock options was $189 million and $3 million , respectively. The average remaining terms for fully vested stock options and unvested stock options were 4 years and 7.9 years, respectively. We received approximately $151 million in proceeds from the exercise of stock options in 2015 . An equivalent of approximately $272 million in new issues was used to settle exercised stock options. Compensation cost for stock options for the year ended December 31, 2015 was $7 million , net of tax benefit of $3 million . As of December 31, 2015 , there was approximately $3 million in unrecognized compensation cost related to non-vested stock options.

Employee Separation Actions and

Employee Separation Actions and Exit and Disposal Activities	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Employee Separation Actions and Exit and Disposal Activities [Abstract]
Employee Separation Actions and Exit and Disposal Activities [Text Block]	EMPLOYEE SEPARATION ACTIONS AND EXIT AND DISPOSAL ACTIVITIES We record costs associated with voluntary separations at the time of employee acceptance, unless the acceptance requires explicit approval by the Company. We record costs associated with involuntary separation programs when management has approved the plan for separation, the affected employees are identified, and it is unlikely that actions required to complete the separation plan will change significantly. When a plan of separation requires approval by or consultation with the relevant labor organization or government, the costs are recorded after the required approval or consultation process is complete. Costs associated with benefits that are contingent on the employee continuing to provide service are accrued over the required service period. Additionally, under certain labor agreements, we are required to pay transitional benefits to our employees who are idled. For employees who are temporarily idled, we expense the benefits on an as-incurred basis. For employees who are permanently idled, we expense all of the future benefit payments in the period when it is probable that the employees will be permanently idled. Our reserve balance for these future benefit payments to permanently idled employees takes into account several factors: the demographics of the population at each affected facility, redeployment alternatives, estimate of benefits to be paid, and recent experience relative to voluntary redeployments. Automotive Sector We committed to transformation plans for our Europe and Australia operations in 2012 and 2013, respectively. Separation-related costs (excluding pension costs) totaled $1.1 billion for the Europe plan and are estimated to be $220 million for the Australian plan. Amounts remaining are recorded in Other liabilities and deferred revenue. Separation-related expense recorded in Automotive cost of sales and Selling, administrative, and other expenses include costs associated with voluntary separation programs, involuntary employee actions, and payments to affected suppliers. The separation-related activity for the years ended December 31 was as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Beginning balance $ 841 $ 497 Changes in accruals 31 630 Payments (617 ) (189 ) Foreign currency translation (41 ) (97 ) Ending balance $ 214 $ 841

Income Taxes (Notes)

Income Taxes (Notes)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
INCOME TAXES	INCOME TAXES We recognize income tax-related penalties in the Provision for/(Benefit from) income taxes on our consolidated income statement. We recognize income tax-related interest income and interest expense in Automotive interest income and other income/(loss), net and Financial Services other income/(loss), net on our consolidated income statement. Valuation of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized based on the future tax consequences attributable to temporary differences that exist between the financial statement carrying value of assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases, and operating loss and tax credit carryforwards on a taxing jurisdiction basis. We measure deferred tax assets and liabilities using enacted tax rates that will apply in the years in which we expect the temporary differences to be recovered or paid. Our accounting for deferred tax consequences represents our best estimate of the likely future tax consequences of events that have been recognized on our financial statements or tax returns and their future probability. In assessing the need for a valuation allowance, we consider both positive and negative evidence related to the likelihood of realization of the deferred tax assets. If, based on the weight of available evidence, it is more likely than not that the deferred tax assets will not be realized, we record a valuation allowance. Components of Income Taxes Components of income taxes excluding cumulative effects of changes in accounting principles, other comprehensive income, and equity in net results of affiliated companies accounted for after-tax, for the years ended December 31 were as follows: 2015 2014 2013 Income before income taxes (in millions) U.S. $ 5,374 $ 3,852 $ 12,318 Non-U.S. 4,878 (2,618 ) 2,053 Total $ 10,252 $ 1,234 $ 14,371 Provision for/(Benefit from) income taxes (in millions) Current Federal $ 75 $ (2 ) $ (19 ) Non-U.S. 572 389 453 State and local 17 (22 ) (40 ) Total current 664 365 394 Deferred Federal 1,494 (735 ) 1,821 Non-U.S. 472 160 603 State and local 251 214 (393 ) Total deferred 2,217 (361 ) 2,031 Total $ 2,881 $ 4 $ 2,425 Reconciliation of effective tax rate U.S. statutory rate 35.0 % 35.0 % 35.0 % Non-U.S. tax rates under U.S. rates (2.7 ) (5.2 ) (1.3 ) State and local income taxes 1.7 8.3 1.2 General business credits (3.0 ) (27.1 ) (2.4 ) Dispositions and restructurings 0.4 13.0 (10.7 ) U.S. tax on non-U.S. earnings (3.0 ) (23.7 ) (3.4 ) Prior year settlements and claims (0.4 ) (9.1 ) (0.1 ) Tax-exempt income (2.0 ) (24.1 ) (2.4 ) Enacted change in tax rates 0.1 3.9 1.2 Valuation allowances 3.6 32.3 (0.3 ) Other (1.6 ) (3.0 ) 0.1 Effective rate 28.1 % 0.3 % 16.9 % NOTE 21. INCOME TAXES (Continued) Included in “Dispositions and restructurings” for 2013, is the recognition of deferred tax assets for investments in our European operations. We recognize deferred tax assets related to investments in affiliates when it becomes apparent they will be realized in the foreseeable future. In the fourth quarter of 2013, we restructured certain of our European affiliates. We made tax elections to include the operating results of these affiliates in our U.S. tax returns. As a result, we realized tax benefits related to investments in these European affiliates and recorded deferred tax assets of $1.5 billion . At December 31, 2015 , $5.5 billion of non-U.S. earnings are considered indefinitely reinvested in operations outside the United States, for which deferred taxes have not been provided. Repatriation of these earnings in their entirety would result in a residual U.S. tax liability of about $800 million . Our measure of the amount of non-U.S. earnings considered indefinitely reinvested in operations outside of the United States reflects accumulated earnings determined under U.S. tax law. Components of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities The components of deferred tax assets and liabilities at December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Deferred tax assets Employee benefit plans $ 6,620 $ 6,341 Net operating loss carryforwards 2,327 2,624 Tax credit carryforwards 6,456 6,745 Research expenditures 1,279 1,754 Dealer and dealers’ customer allowances and claims 2,394 2,510 Other foreign deferred tax assets 442 252 All other 2,206 1,961 Total gross deferred tax assets 21,724 22,187 Less: valuation allowances (1,831 ) (1,604 ) Total net deferred tax assets 19,893 20,583 Deferred tax liabilities Leasing transactions 3,329 2,050 Deferred income 1,215 1,624 Depreciation and amortization (excluding leasing transactions) 2,484 1,967 Finance receivables 688 647 Other foreign deferred tax liabilities 407 352 All other 763 489 Total deferred tax liabilities 8,886 7,129 Net deferred tax assets/(liabilities) $ 11,007 $ 13,454 At December 31, 2015 , we have a valuation allowance of $1.8 billion primarily for deferred tax assets related to our South America operations. Operating loss carryforwards for tax purposes were $6 billion at December 31, 2015 , resulting in a deferred tax asset of $2.3 billion . There is no expiration date for $4.9 billion of these losses. The remaining losses begin to expire in 2016, though a substantial portion expire beyond 2017. Tax credits available to offset future tax liabilities are $6.5 billion . A substantial portion of these credits have a remaining carryforward period of 5 years or more. Tax benefits of operating loss and tax credit carryforwards are evaluated on an ongoing basis, including a review of historical and projected future operating results, the eligible carryforward period, and other circumstances. NOTE 21. INCOME TAXES (Continued) Other A reconciliation of the beginning and ending amount of unrecognized tax benefits for the years ended December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Beginning balance $ 1,286 $ 1,564 Increase – tax positions in prior periods 330 38 Increase – tax positions in current period 91 250 Decrease – tax positions in prior periods (24 ) (172 ) Settlements (65 ) (372 ) Lapse of statute of limitations (7 ) (6 ) Foreign currency translation adjustment (10 ) (16 ) Ending balance $ 1,601 $ 1,286 The amount of unrecognized tax benefits that would affect the effective tax rate if recognized were $1.5 billion and $1.2 billion at December 31, 2015 and 2014 , respectively. Examinations by tax authorities have been completed through 2004 in Germany, 2007 in Canada, 2011 in the United States, 2012 in China, and 2013 in the United Kingdom. Although examinations have been completed in these jurisdictions, limited transfer pricing disputes exist for years dating back to 1996. We recorded on our consolidated income statement $3 million , $96 million , and $11 million in income tax-related net interest income for the years ended December 31, 2015 , 2014 , and 2013 , respectively. As of December 31, 2015 and 2014 , we had recorded a net payable of $93 million and a net receivable of $23 million , respectively, for tax-related interest. We paid income taxes of $585 million , $467 million , and $538 million in 2015 , 2014 , and 2013 , respectively.

Changes in Investments in Affil

Changes in Investments in Affiliates	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Changes in Investments in Affiliates [Abstract]
Changes in Investments in Affiliates	CHANGES IN INVESTMENTS IN AFFILIATES Automotive Sector Ford Sollers. We formed the Ford Sollers joint venture with Sollers OJSC (“Sollers”) in October 2011 to operate in Russia. Upon contribution of our then wholly-owned operations in Russia to the joint venture in exchange for cash, notes receivable and a 50% equity interest in the new joint venture, we deconsolidated the related assets and liabilities and recorded an equity method investment in Ford Sollers at its fair value. The fair value was calculated using a discounted cash flow analysis with our best assumptions of relevant factors at that time. During the second quarter of 2014, we recorded a $329 million pre-tax impairment as a result of factors in the Russian market, including a weaker ruble, lower industry volume, and industry segmentation changes that negatively impacted the sales of Focus. These factors reduced our expected cash flows for Ford Sollers in the near-term, thereby reducing the investment’s fair value. The non-cash charge was reported in Equity in net income of affiliated companies . On March 31, 2015, we and Sollers agreed to certain changes to the structure of the joint venture and the related shareholders’ agreement to support the business in the near term and provide a platform for future growth in this important market. The changes include Ford providing additional funding to the joint venture and gaining a controlling interest in the joint venture through the acquisition of preferred shares. As a result, effective March 31, 2015, we have consolidated the joint venture for financial reporting purposes. In addition, the partners will have future rights to purchase, or have purchased, Sollers’ 50% interest in the ordinary shares of the joint venture at a value established using a pre-determined framework. Both partners will continue to work jointly to improve the business outlook for the Ford Sollers joint venture by expanding the joint venture’s vehicle lineup to better meet the needs of Russian customers and further investing in the localization of component manufacturing. NOTE 22. CHANGES IN INVESTMENTS IN AFFILIATES (Continued) During the second quarter of 2015, we finalized our purchase accounting. We measured the fair value of Ford Sollers using the income approach. We used cash flows that reflect the Ford Sollers business plan, aligned with assumptions a market participant would have made. We assumed a discount rate of 17% based on the appropriate weighted average cost of capital, adjusted for perceived business risks related to regulatory concerns, political tensions, foreign exchange volatility, and risk associated with the Russian automotive industry. The following acquired assets and liabilities were measured at fair value and recorded on our balance sheet (in millions): March 31, Assets Cash and cash equivalents $ 40 Other receivables, net 113 Inventories 258 Net property 541 Other assets 25 Total assets of Ford Sollers (a) $ 977 Liabilities Payables $ 514 Debt 370 Total liabilities of Ford Sollers (a) $ 884 __________ (a) At March 31, 2015, intercompany assets of $10 million and intercompany liabilities of $394 million have been eliminated in both the consolidated and sector balance sheet. In addition, we recorded a $93 million redeemable noncontrolling interest in the mezzanine section of our balance sheet, reflecting the redemption features embedded in the 50% equity interest in the joint venture that is held by Sollers. To determine the noncontrolling interest value, we used a Monte Carlo simulation analysis that incorporated market participant assumptions for asset volatilities and credit spreads. Blue Diamond Truck, S. de R.L. (“BDT”). BDT was a joint venture in Mexico created in 2001 by Ford and Navistar that produced medium duty commercial trucks. During the second quarter of 2015, we sold our entire equity interest in BDT to a Navistar affiliate and the joint venture was terminated. As a result of the sale of our interest in BDT, we recognized a pre-tax gain of $19 million , which was reported in Automotive interest income and other income/(loss), net . Nemak, S.A.B. de C.V. (“Nemak”). Prior to July 1, 2015, Nemak (formerly named Tenedora Nemak, S.A. de C.V.) was a joint venture between Ford and Mexican conglomerate Alfa, S.A.B. de C.V. Nemak supplies aluminum engine and other components from its plants located in regions in which we do business. Ford and Alfa terminated the joint venture agreement, and in July 2015 Nemak completed an initial public offering (“IPO”) of its common stock, and Ford’s ownership interest in Nemak was diluted. As a result of the IPO and the termination of the joint venture agreement, we no longer account for Nemak using the equity method of accounting. Instead, we account for our Nemak shares as marketable securities. The initial pre-tax gain of $150 million from the IPO and subsequent mark-to-market adjustments for our Nemak shares are reported in Automotive interest income and other income/(loss), net. Venezuelan Operations. Prior to December 31, 2014, we included the results of our Venezuelan operations in our consolidated financial statements using the consolidation method of accounting. Venezuelan exchange control regulations resulted in an other-than-temporary lack of exchangeability between the Venezuelan bolivar and U.S. dollar, and restricted our Venezuelan operations’ ability to pay dividends and obligations denominated in U.S. dollars. These exchange regulations, combined with other Venezuelan regulations, constrained parts availability and significantly limited our Venezuelan operations’ ability to maintain normal production. As a result of these conditions, and in accordance with Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) 810 -- Consolidation, we began reporting the results of our Venezuelan operations using the cost method of accounting. This change, which we made effective December 31, 2014, resulted in a fourth quarter 2014 one-time pre-tax charge of $800 million in Automotive interest income and other income/(loss), net .

Capital Stock and Earnings Per

Capital Stock and Earnings Per Share (Notes)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract]
CAPITAL STOCK AND EARNINGS PER SHARE	CAPITAL STOCK AND EARNINGS PER SHARE All general voting power is vested in the holders of Common Stock and Class B Stock. Holders of our Common Stock have 60% of the general voting power and holders of our Class B Stock are entitled to such number of votes per share as will give them the remaining 40% . Shares of Common Stock and Class B Stock share equally in dividends when and as paid, with stock dividends payable in shares of stock of the class held. If liquidated, each share of Common Stock is entitled to the first $0.50 available for distribution to holders of Common Stock and Class B Stock, each share of Class B Stock is entitled to the next $1.00 so available, each share of Common Stock is entitled to the next $0.50 so available, and each share of Common and Class B Stock is entitled to an equal amount thereafter. We present both basic and diluted earnings per share (“EPS”) amounts in our financial reporting. Basic EPS excludes dilution and is computed by dividing income available to Common and Class B Stock holders by the weighted-average number of Common and Class B Stock outstanding for the period. Diluted EPS reflects the maximum potential dilution that could occur from our share-based compensation, including “in-the-money” stock options and unvested RSUs. Potential dilutive shares are excluded from the calculation if they have an anti-dilutive effect in the period. Earnings Per Share Attributable to Ford Motor Company Common and Class B Stock Basic and diluted income per share were calculated using the following (in millions): 2015 2014 2013 Basic and Diluted Income Attributable to Ford Motor Company Basic income $ 7,373 $ 1,231 $ 11,953 Effect of dilutive 2016 Convertible Notes (a) (b) (c) — — 45 Effect of dilutive 2036 Convertible Notes (a) (d) — — 1 Diluted income $ 7,373 $ 1,231 $ 11,999 Basic and Diluted Shares Basic shares (average shares outstanding) 3,969 3,912 3,935 Net dilutive options and warrants 33 46 51 Dilutive 2016 Convertible Notes (b) (c) — — 98 Dilutive 2036 Convertible Notes (d) — — 3 Diluted shares 4,002 3,958 4,087 __________ (a) As applicable, includes interest expense, amortization of discount, amortization of fees, and other changes in income or loss that would result from the assumed conversion. (b) In October 2014, we elected to terminate the conversion rights of holders under the 2016 Convertible Notes in accordance with their terms effective as of the close of business on November 20, 2014. On November 21, 2014, we redeemed for cash the remaining outstanding 2016 Convertible Notes. (c) Not included in the calculation of diluted earnings per share due to their antidilutive effect are 87 million shares for 2014 and the related income effect for the 2016 Convertible Notes. (d) In December 2013, we elected to terminate the conversion rights of holders under the 2036 Convertible Notes in accordance with their terms effective January 22, 2014.

Segment Information (Notes)

Segment Information (Notes)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
SEGMENT INFORMATION	SEGMENT INFORMATION Our operating activity consists of two operating sectors, Automotive and Financial Services. Our Automotive sector includes the sale of Ford and Lincoln brand vehicles and related service parts and accessories. The Financial Services sector primarily includes our vehicle-related financing and leasing activities at Ford Credit. Automotive Sector We analyze the results of our Automotive sector through our five segments: North America, South America, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and Asia Pacific. We report revenue on a “where-sold,” absolute-cost basis, which reflects the profit/(loss) on the sale within the segment in which the ultimate sale is made to our external customer. Due to the integrated structure of our business, we allocate to each segment certain costs incurred at a corporate level and those performed by one segment on the behalf of other segments. Centrally-managed net interest expense and market value adjustments are presented separately in the Other Automotive component of the Automotive sector. In addition, our Automotive sector results include Special Items that consist of (i) pension and OPEB remeasurement gains and losses, (ii) personnel and dealer-related items stemming from our efforts to match production capacity and cost structure to market demand and changing model mix, and (iii) certain infrequent significant items that we generally do not consider to be indicative of our ongoing operating activities. Our management excludes these items from its review of the results of the operating segments for purposes of measuring segment profitability and allocating resources. Special items are presented as a separate reconciling item. Financial Services Sector Prior to January 1, 2015, we had an Other Financial Services segment, which included holding companies, real estate, and the financing of some Volvo vehicles in Europe. Effective January 1, 2015, we realigned the business operations of this segment to our Automotive sector on a prospective basis. The impact of this change on our prior periods presented would have been immaterial. NOTE 24. SEGMENT INFORMATION (Continued) Key operating data for our business segments for the years ended or at December 31 were as follows (in millions): Automotive Sector Operating Segments Reconciling Items North America South America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia Pacific Other Automotive Special Items Total 2015 Revenues $ 91,870 $ 5,766 $ 28,170 $ 4,005 $ 10,755 $ — $ — $ 140,566 Income/(Loss) before income taxes 9,345 (832 ) 259 31 765 (796 ) (548 ) 8,224 Other disclosures: Depreciation and tooling amortization 2,501 252 1,042 162 375 — — 4,332 Interest expense — — — — — 773 — 773 Investment-related interest income 36 — 6 — — 191 — 233 Interest income/(expense) on income taxes — — — — — — — — Cash outflow for capital spending 4,582 280 1,415 156 714 — — 7,147 Equity in net income/(loss) of affiliated companies 95 — 136 — 1,555 — — 1,786 Total assets 63,241 4,544 14,381 1,088 8,705 — — 91,959 2014 Revenues $ 82,376 $ 8,799 $ 29,457 $ 4,406 $ 10,744 $ — $ — $ 135,782 Income/(Loss) before income taxes 7,443 (1,164 ) (598 ) (20 ) 593 (755 ) (6,059 ) (560 ) Other disclosures: Depreciation and tooling amortization 2,279 309 1,179 141 344 — — 4,252 Interest expense — — — — — 797 — 797 Investment-related interest income 46 — 5 — 2 140 — 193 Interest income/(expense) on income taxes — — — — — 109 — 109 Cash outflow for capital spending 4,270 497 1,619 135 839 — — 7,360 Equity in net income/(loss) of affiliated companies 147 — 107 — 1,321 — (329 ) 1,246 Total assets 61,370 5,142 14,215 1,155 8,285 — — 90,167 2013 Revenues $ 86,494 $ 10,847 $ 27,255 $ 4,533 $ 10,240 $ — $ — $ 139,369 Income/(Loss) before income taxes 9,877 (35 ) (1,025 ) (69 ) 331 (656 ) 4,276 12,699 Other disclosures: Depreciation and tooling amortization 2,064 272 1,269 125 334 — — 4,064 Interest expense — — — — — 829 — 829 Investment-related interest income 99 — 6 1 4 53 — 163 Cash outflow for capital spending 3,694 756 1,249 154 713 — — 6,566 Equity in net income/(loss) of affiliated companies 127 — 125 — 794 — — 1,046 Total assets 59,095 7,056 15,244 1,038 8,071 — — 90,504 NOTE 24. SEGMENT INFORMATION (Continued) Financial Services Sector Total Company Operating Segment Reconciling Items Ford Credit Other Elims Total Elims (a) Total 2015 Revenues $ 9,280 $ — $ (288 ) $ 8,992 $ — $ 149,558 Income/(Loss) before income taxes 2,086 (57 ) (1 ) 2,028 — 10,252 Other disclosures: Depreciation and tooling amortization 3,661 — — 3,661 — 7,993 Interest expense 2,416 57 (19 ) 2,454 — 3,227 Investment-related interest income (b) 76 — — 76 — 309 Interest income/(expense) on income taxes 3 — — 3 — 3 Cash outflow for capital spending 49 — — 49 — 7,196 Equity in net income/(loss) of affiliated companies 32 — — 32 — 1,818 Total assets 137,448 — (422 ) 137,026 (4,060 ) 224,925 2014 Revenues $ 8,606 $ 135 $ (446 ) $ 8,295 $ — $ 144,077 Income/(Loss) before income taxes 1,854 (60 ) — 1,794 — 1,234 Other disclosures: Depreciation and tooling amortization 3,112 21 — 3,133 — 7,385 Interest expense 2,656 66 (23 ) 2,699 — 3,496 Investment-related interest income (b) 51 — — 51 — 244 Interest income/(expense) on income taxes (13 ) — — (13 ) — 96 Cash outflow for capital spending 18 85 — 103 — 7,463 Equity in net income/(loss) of affiliated companies 29 — — 29 — 1,275 Total assets 122,108 363 (1,083 ) 121,388 (2,940 ) 208,615 2013 Revenues $ 7,805 $ 192 $ (449 ) $ 7,548 $ — $ 146,917 Income/(Loss) before income taxes 1,756 (84 ) — 1,672 — 14,371 Other disclosures: Depreciation and tooling amortization 2,422 18 — 2,440 — 6,504 Interest expense 2,730 148 (18 ) 2,860 — 3,689 Investment-related interest income (b) 50 — — 50 — 213 Cash outflow for capital spending 16 15 — 31 — 6,597 Equity in net income/(loss) of affiliated companies 23 — — 23 — 1,069 Total assets 115,608 491 (1,042 ) 115,057 (3,357 ) 202,204 __________ (a) Includes intersector transactions occurring in the ordinary course of business and deferred tax netting. (b) Interest income reflected on this line for Financial Services sector is non-financing related. Interest income in the normal course of business for Financial Services sector is reported in Financial Services revenues.

Geographic Information

Geographic Information	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION [Abstract]
Geographic Information	GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION Total Company revenues and long-lived assets, split geographically by our country of domicile, the United States, and other countries where our major subsidiaries are domiciled, for the years ended December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 2013 Revenues Long-Lived Assets (a) Revenues Long-Lived Assets (a) Revenues Long-Lived Assets (a) United States $ 93,142 $ 39,853 $ 82,665 $ 34,645 $ 85,459 $ 29,055 United Kingdom 11,451 1,490 11,742 1,491 10,038 1,503 Canada 8,978 3,814 9,409 4,008 9,729 3,458 Germany 6,950 2,203 7,487 2,510 8,600 2,635 All Other 29,037 9,896 32,774 10,689 33,091 10,949 Total Company $ 149,558 $ 57,256 $ 144,077 $ 53,343 $ 146,917 $ 47,600 __________ (a) Includes Net property and Net investment in operating leases from our consolidated balance sheet.

Selected Quarterly Financial Da

Selected Quarterly Financial Data	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
SELECTED QUARTERLY FINANCIAL DATA [Abstract]
Selected Quarterly Financial Data	SELECTED QUARTERLY FINANCIAL DATA (unaudited) Selected financial data by calendar quarter were as follows (in millions, except per share amounts): 2015 2014 Automotive Sector First Quarter Second Quarter Third Quarter Fourth Quarter First Quarter Second Quarter Third Quarter Fourth Quarter Revenues $ 31,800 $ 35,105 $ 35,818 $ 37,843 $ 33,876 $ 35,365 $ 32,779 $ 33,762 Income/(Loss) before income taxes 1,310 2,795 2,765 1,354 1,122 1,927 762 (4,371 ) Financial Services Sector Revenues $ 2,100 $ 2,158 $ 2,326 $ 2,408 $ 2,000 $ 2,046 $ 2,141 $ 2,108 Income/(Loss) before income taxes 469 491 526 542 462 429 495 408 Total Company Income/(Loss) before income taxes $ 1,779 $ 3,286 $ 3,291 $ 1,896 $ 1,584 $ 2,356 $ 1,257 $ (3,963 ) Amounts Attributable to Ford Motor Company Common and Class B Shareholders Net income/(loss) $ 1,153 $ 2,160 $ 2,192 $ 1,868 $ 1,232 $ 1,497 $ 1,019 $ (2,517 ) Common and Class B per share from income from continuing operations Basic $ 0.29 $ 0.54 $ 0.55 $ 0.47 $ 0.31 $ 0.38 $ 0.26 $ (0.65 ) Diluted 0.29 0.54 0.55 0.47 0.30 0.37 0.26 (0.65 ) Certain of the quarterly results identified in the table above include material unusual or infrequently occurring items as follows on a pre-tax basis, except for tax items: The fourth quarter 2015 results include a pension and OPEB remeasurement loss of $698 million (see Note 1 ). The fourth quarter 2015 net income includes a tax benefit of $346 million related to retroactive reinstatement of U.S. tax legislation in the Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes Act of 2015. The fourth quarter 2014 results include a pension and OPEB remeasurement loss of $4.1 billion (see Note 1 ), and a charge of $800 million for Venezuela accounting change (see Note 22 ). The fourth quarter of 2014 net income includes a tax benefit of $176 million related to retroactive reinstatement of U.S. tax legislation in the Tax Increase Prevention Act of 2014. The first, second, third, and fourth quarter of 2014 results each include charges in Europe and Australia for separation related actions to support transformation plan of $122 million , $152 million , $160 million , and $247 million , respectively (see Note 20 ). Third quarter 2014 net income includes a tax benefit of $245 million resulting from a change in our method for measuring currency gains and losses in computing earnings of our European operations under U.S. law. The second quarter 2014 results include a charge of $329 million for the equity impairment of Ford Sollers (see Note 22 ). Effective December 31, 2015, we changed our method of accounting for certain components of our defined benefit pension and OPEB plans (see Note 1 ). Previously reported numbers were as follows (in millions, except per share amounts): 2015 2014 First Quarter Second Quarter Third Quarter First Quarter Second Quarter Third Quarter Fourth Quarter Total Company Income/(Loss) before income taxes $ 1,405 $ 2,868 $ 2,859 $ 1,259 $ 2,118 $ 1,021 $ (56 ) Amounts Attributable to Ford Motor Company Common and Class B Shareholders Net income/(loss) $ 924 $ 1,885 $ 1,909 $ 989 $ 1,311 $ 835 $ 52 Common and Class B per share from income from continuing operations Basic $ 0.23 $ 0.47 $ 0.48 $ 0.25 $ 0.33 $ 0.22 $ 0.01 Diluted 0.23 0.47 0.48 0.24 0.32 0.21 0.01

Commitments and Contingencies (

Commitments and Contingencies (Notes)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES	COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES Commitments and contingencies primarily consist of guarantees and indemnifications, litigation and claims, and warranty. Guarantees and Indemnifications Guarantees and indemnifications are recorded at fair value at their inception. We regularly review our performance risk under these arrangements, and in the event it becomes probable we will be required to perform under guarantee or indemnity, the amount of probable payment is recorded. We guarantee debt and lease obligations of certain joint ventures, as well as certain financial obligations of outside third parties, including suppliers, to support our business and economic growth. Expiration dates vary through 2033, and guarantees will terminate on payment and/or cancellation of the underlying obligation. A payment by us would be triggered by failure of the joint venture or other third party to fulfill its obligation covered by the guarantee. In some circumstances, we are entitled to recover from a third party amounts paid by us under the guarantee. However, our ability to enforce these rights is sometimes stayed until the guaranteed party is paid in full, and may be limited in the event of insolvency of the third party or other circumstances. In the ordinary course of business, we execute contracts involving indemnifications standard in the industry and indemnifications specific to a transaction, such as the sale of a business. These indemnifications might include and are not limited to claims relating to any of the following: environmental, tax, and shareholder matters; intellectual property rights; power generation contracts; governmental regulations and employment-related matters; dealer, supplier, and other commercial contractual relationships; and financial matters, such as securitizations. Performance under these indemnities generally would be triggered by a breach of terms of the contract or by a third-party claim. While some of these indemnifications are limited in nature, many of them do not limit potential payment. Therefore, we are unable to estimate a maximum amount of future payments that could result from claims made under these unlimited indemnities. The maximum potential payments and the carrying value of recorded liabilities related to guarantees and limited indemnities at December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Maximum potential payments $ 284 $ 592 Carrying value of recorded liabilities related to guarantees and limited indemnities 23 17 Litigation and Claims Various legal actions, proceedings, and claims (generally, “matters”) are pending or may be instituted or asserted against us. These include but are not limited to matters arising out of alleged defects in our products; product warranties; governmental regulations relating to safety, emissions, and fuel economy or other matters; government incentives; tax matters; alleged illegal acts resulting in fines or penalties; financial services; employment-related matters; dealer, supplier, and other contractual relationships; intellectual property rights; environmental matters; shareholder or investor matters; and financial reporting matters. Certain of the pending legal actions are, or purport to be, class actions. Some of the matters involve or may involve claims for compensatory, punitive, or antitrust or other treble damages in very large amounts, or demands for field service actions, environmental remediation programs, sanctions, loss of government incentives, assessments, or other relief, which, if granted, would require very large expenditures. The extent of our financial exposure to these matters is difficult to estimate. Many matters do not specify a dollar amount for damages, and many others specify only a jurisdictional minimum. To the extent an amount is asserted, our historical experience suggests that in most instances the amount asserted is not a reliable indicator of the ultimate outcome. We accrue for matters when losses are deemed probable and reasonably estimable. In evaluating matters for accrual and disclosure purposes, we take into consideration factors such as our historical experience with matters of a similar nature, the specific facts and circumstances asserted, the likelihood that we will prevail, and the severity of any potential loss. We reevaluate and update our accruals as matters progress over time. For the majority of matters, which generally arise out of alleged defects in our products, we establish an accrual based on our extensive historical experience with similar matters. We do not believe there is a reasonably possible outcome materially in excess of our accrual for these matters. NOTE 27. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES (Continued) For the remaining matters, where our historical experience with similar matters is of more limited value (i.e., “non-pattern matters”), we evaluate the matters primarily based on the individual facts and circumstances. For non-pattern matters, we evaluate whether there is a reasonable possibility of a material loss in excess of any accrual that can be estimated. Our estimate of reasonably possible loss in excess of our accruals for all material matters currently reflects indirect tax and customs matters, for which we estimate the aggregate risk to be a range of up to about $2.3 billion . As noted, the litigation process is subject to many uncertainties, and the outcome of individual matters is not predictable with assurance. Our assessments are based on our knowledge and experience, but the ultimate outcome of any matter could require payment substantially in excess of the amount that we have accrued and/or disclosed. Warranty and Field Service Actions We accrue obligations for warranty costs and field service actions (i.e., safety recalls, emission recalls, and other product campaigns) at the time of sale using a patterned estimation model that includes historical information regarding the nature, frequency, and average cost of claims for each vehicle line by model year. Warranty and field service action obligations are reported in Other liabilities and deferred revenue . We reevaluate the adequacy of our accruals on a regular basis. We recognize the benefit from a recovery of the costs associated with our warranty and field service actions when specifics of the recovery have been agreed with our supplier and the amount of the recovery is virtually certain. Recoveries are reported in Receivables and Other assets. The estimate of our future warranty and field service action costs, net of supplier recoveries, for the years ended December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Beginning balance $ 4,786 $ 3,927 Payments made during the period (2,849 ) (2,850 ) Changes in accrual related to warranties issued during the period 2,046 2,108 Changes in accrual related to pre-existing warranties 807 1,746 Foreign currency translation and other (232 ) (145 ) Ending balance $ 4,558 $ 4,786 Revisions to our estimated costs are reported as Changes in accrual related to pre-existing warranties in the table above.

Schedule of Valuation and Quali

Schedule of Valuation and Qualifying Accounts	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts [Abstract]
Schedule of Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Text Block]	Description Balance at Beginning of Period Charged to Costs and Expenses Deductions Balance at End of Period For the Year Ended December 31, 2015 Allowances deducted from assets Credit losses $ 384 $ 347 $ 294 (a) $ 437 Doubtful receivables 455 (7 ) 76 (b) 372 Inventories (primarily service part obsolescence) 254 (29 ) (c) — 225 Deferred tax assets 1,604 227 (d) — 1,831 Total allowances deducted from assets $ 2,697 $ 538 $ 370 $ 2,865 For the Year Ended December 31, 2014 Allowances deducted from assets Credit losses $ 405 $ 199 $ 220 (a) $ 384 Doubtful receivables 120 374 39 (b) 455 Inventories (primarily service part obsolescence) 262 (8 ) (c) — 254 Deferred tax assets 1,633 (29 ) (d) — 1,604 Total allowances deducted from assets $ 2,420 $ 536 $ 259 $ 2,697 For the Year Ended December 31, 2013 Allowances deducted from assets Credit losses $ 435 $ 152 $ 182 (a) $ 405 Doubtful receivables 106 33 19 (b) 120 Inventories (primarily service part obsolescence) 267 (5 ) (c) — 262 Deferred tax assets 1,923 (290 ) (d) — 1,633 Total allowances deducted from assets $ 2,731 $ (110 ) $ 201 $ 2,420 _________ (a) Finance receivables and lease investments deemed to be uncollectible and other changes, principally amounts related to finance receivables sold and translation adjustments. (b) Accounts and notes receivable deemed to be uncollectible as well as translation adjustments. (c) Net change in inventory allowances. (d) Includes $(142) million , $(428) million , and $(243) million in 2015 , 2014 , and 2013 , respectively, of valuation allowance for deferred tax assets through Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss) and $369 million , $399 million , and $(47) million in 2015 , 2014 , and 2013 , respectively, of valuation allowance for deferred tax assets through the income statement.

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Summary of Accounting Policies (Policies)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Basis of Accounting and Intercompany Transactions [Abstract]
Basis of Accounting and Intercompany Transactions, Policy [Policy Text Block]	We prepare our financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States (“GAAP”). We present the financial statements on both a consolidated basis and on a sector basis for our Automotive and Financial Services sectors.
Reclassifications [Abstract]
Reclassifications, Policy [Policy Text Block]	We reclassified certain prior year amounts in our consolidated financial statements to conform to current year presentation. Change in Accounting Pension and Other Postretirement Employee Benefits (“OPEB”). On December 31, 2015, we adopted a change in accounting method for certain components of expense related to our defined benefit pension and OPEB plans. Under the new method, we recognize remeasurement gains and losses immediately in net income and use fair value to calculate the expected return on plan assets. Historically, we recognized remeasurement gains and losses as a component of Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss) and amortized them as a component of net periodic benefit cost, subject to a corridor, over the remaining service period of our active employees. In addition, we previously used a market-related value of plan assets that recognized changes in fair value over time to calculate the expected return on plan assets. We believe this change in accounting method is preferable as it better recognizes the current performance of our pension and OPEB plans in our net income in the year incurred. Additionally, our segment reporting shown in Note 24 now provides better transparency into the underlying operating results of Ford’s Automotive business units. We have retrospectively applied this change in accounting method to all prior periods.
Use of Estimates [Abstract]
Use of Estimates, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Use of Estimates The preparation of financial statements requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect our results. Estimates are used to account for certain items such as marketing accruals, warranty costs, employee benefit programs, etc. Estimates are based on assumptions that we believe are reasonable under the circumstances. Due to the inherent uncertainty involved with estimates, actual results may differ.
Foreign Currency Translation [Abstract]
Foreign Currency Transactions and Translations Policy [Policy Text Block]	Foreign Currency We remeasure monetary assets and liabilities denominated in a currency that is different from a reporting entity’s functional currency from the transactional currency to the legal entity’s functional currency. The effect of this remeasurement process, and the results of our foreign currency hedging activities are reported in Automotive cost of sales, Selling, administrative, and other expenses, and Automotive interest income and other income, net . The pre-tax losses for this activity were $524 million , $510 million , and $349 million , for the years ended 2015 , 2014 , and 2013 , respectively. Generally, our foreign subsidiaries use the local currency as their functional currency. We translate the assets and liabilities of our foreign subsidiaries from their respective functional currencies to U.S. dollars using end-of-period exchange rates. Changes in the carrying value of these assets and liabilities attributable to fluctuations in exchange rates are recognized in Foreign currency translation , a component of Other comprehensive income/(Ioss). Upon sale or upon complete or substantially complete liquidation of an investment in a foreign subsidiary, the amount of accumulated foreign currency translation related to the entity is reclassified to income and recognized as part of the gain or loss on the investment.
Restricted Cash [Abstract]
Restricted Cash, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Restricted Cash Cash and cash equivalents that are restricted as to withdrawal or use under the terms of certain contractual agreements are recorded in Other assets on our balance sheet. Our Automotive sector restricted cash balances primarily include various escrow agreements related to legal, insurance, customs, and environmental matters. Our Financial Services sector restricted cash balances primarily include cash held to meet certain local governmental and regulatory reserve requirements and cash held under the terms of certain contractual agreements. Restricted cash does not include required minimum balances or cash securing debt issued through securitization transactions. The balance at December 31, 2015 was immaterial.
Trade Receivables [Abstract]
Trade and Other Accounts Receivable, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Trade Receivables Trade receivables, recorded on our consolidated balance sheet in Other receivables, net , consist primarily of Automotive sector receivables for vehicles, parts, and accessories. Trade receivables initially are recorded at the transaction amount. We record an allowance for doubtful accounts representing our estimate of the probable losses. Each reporting period, we evaluate the collectability of the receivables. Additions to the allowance for doubtful accounts are made by recording charges to bad debt expense reported in Automotive cost of sales .
Intangible Assets, Net (Excluding Goodwill) [Abstract]
Intangible Assets (Other than goodwill), Intangible Assets [Policy Text Block]	Net Intangible Assets We capitalize and amortize our finite-lived intangible assets over their estimated useful lives. Indefinite-lived intangible assets are not amortized, but are tested for impairment annually or more frequently if events or circumstances indicate the assets may be impaired. Our intangible assets are comprised primarily of license and advertising agreements, land rights, patents, customer contracts, and technology. Our indefinite-lived intangibles were tested for impairment in 2015 and no impairment was required.
Long-Lived Asset Impairment [Abstract]
Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Long-Lived Asset Impairment We test long-lived asset groups for recoverability at the operating segment level when changes in circumstances indicate the carrying value may not be recoverable. Events that trigger a test for recoverability include material adverse changes in projected revenues and expenses, significant underperformance relative to historical and projected future operating results, significant negative industry or economic trends, and a significant adverse change in the manner in which an asset group is used or in its physical condition. When a triggering event occurs, a test for recoverability is performed, comparing projected undiscounted future cash flows to the carrying value of the asset group. If the test for recoverability identifies a possible impairment, the asset group’s fair value is measured relying primarily on a discounted cash flow method. An impairment charge is recognized for the amount by which the carrying value of the asset group exceeds its estimated fair value. When an impairment loss is recognized for assets to be held and used, the adjusted carrying amount of those assets is depreciated over their remaining useful life.
Revenue Recognition [Abstract]
Revenue Recognition, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Revenue Recognition — Automotive Sector Automotive revenue is generated primarily by sales of vehicles, parts, and accessories. Revenue is recorded when all risks and rewards of ownership are transferred to our customers (generally dealers and distributors). For the majority of our sales, this occurs when products are shipped from our manufacturing facilities. When we give our dealers the right to return eligible parts for credit, we reduce the related revenue for expected returns. We sell vehicles to fleet customers, primarily daily rental car companies, subject to guaranteed repurchase options. These vehicles are accounted for as operating leases. At the time of sale, the proceeds are recorded as deferred revenue in Other liabilities and deferred revenue . The difference between the proceeds and the guaranteed repurchase amount is recognized in Automotive revenues over the term of the lease using a straight line method. The cost of the vehicle is recorded in Net investment in operating leases and the difference between the cost of the vehicle and the estimated auction value is depreciated in Automotive cost of sales over the term of the lease. Proceeds from the sale of the vehicle at auction are recognized in Automotive revenues at the time of sale. On average, leases now remain outstanding for approximately one year ; accordingly, we have reclassified Net investment in operating leases from current assets to non-current assets. We have reclassified our prior year sector statements to conform to current year presentation. Revenue Recognition — Financial Services Sector Financial Services revenue is generated primarily from interest on finance receivables (including direct financing leases). Interest is recognized using the interest method, and includes the amortization of certain direct origination costs. Revenue from payments received on operating leases is recognized on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease. Revenue from interest on finance receivables and operating leases is discontinued at the time a receivable or account is determined to be uncollectible.
Finance and Lease Incentives [Abstract]
Finance and Lease Incentives [Policy Text Block]	Finance and Lease Incentives We offer special financing and lease incentives to customers who choose to finance or lease Ford or Lincoln brand vehicles from Ford Credit. The estimated cost for these incentives is recorded as a reduction to Automotive revenues when the vehicle is sold to the dealer. Ford Credit records a reduction to the finance receivable or reduces the cost of the vehicle operating lease when it records the underlying finance contract and we transfer to it the amount of the incentive on behalf of the dealer’s customer. See Note 1 for additional information regarding transactions between Automotive and Financial Services sectors.
Marketing Incentives And Interest Supplements [Abstract]
Marketing Incentives And Interest Supplements [Policy Text Block]	Sales and Marketing Incentives Sales and marketing incentives generally are recognized by the Automotive sector as revenue reductions in Automotive revenues . The incentives generally take the form of cash payments to dealers and dealers’ customers. The reduction to revenue is accrued at the later of the date the related vehicle is sold or the date the incentive program is both approved and communicated. We generally estimate these accruals using incentive programs that are approved as of the balance sheet date and are expected to be effective at the beginning of the subsequent period.
Supplier Price Adjustments [Abstract]
Supplier Price Adjustments [Policy Text Block]	Supplier Price Adjustments We frequently negotiate price adjustments with our suppliers throughout a production cycle, even after receiving production material. These price adjustments relate to changes in design specifications or other commercial terms such as economics, productivity, and competitive pricing. We recognize price adjustments when we reach final agreement with our suppliers. In general, we avoid direct price changes in consideration of future business; however, when these occur, our policy is to defer the financial statement impact of any such price change given explicitly in consideration of future business where guaranteed volumes are specified.
Raw Material Arrangements [Abstract]
Raw Material Arrangements [Policy Text Block]	Raw Material Arrangements We may, at times, negotiate prices for and facilitate the purchase of raw materials on behalf of our suppliers. These raw material arrangements, which take place independently of any purchase orders issued to our suppliers, are negotiated at arms’ length and do not involve volume guarantees. When we pass the risks and rewards of ownership to our suppliers, including inventory risk, market price risk, and credit risk for the raw material, we record both the cost of the raw material and the income from the subsequent sale to the supplier in Automotive cost of sales .
Government Grants and Loan Incentives [Abstract]
Government Grants and Loan Incentives [Policy Text Block]	Government Incentives We receive incentives from U.S. and non-U.S. governmental entities in the form of tax rebates or credits, grants, and loans. Government incentives are recorded in the financial statements in accordance with their purpose, either as a reduction of expense, a reduction of the cost of the capital investment, or other income. The benefit is recorded when all conditions attached to the incentive have been met and there is reasonable assurance of receipt.
Employee Bonus and Lump-sum Payments [Abstract]
UAW Ratification Bonus [Policy Text Block]	Performance-based and inflation - protection employee bonuses are accrued throughout the period in which services are provided and the bonus is earned. Lump-sum cash bonuses paid in connection with signing a union contract are recognized entirely in the period that the contract negotiations are finalized and ratified. Effective November 23, 2015, we signed a new agreement with the International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace, and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (“UAW”) covering approximately 53,000 employees in the United States. The agreement established wages, benefits, and a variety of bonus payments for covered employees over a four -year period. The agreement also provided for a lump-sum ratification bonus of $8,500 per employee which we have reported in Automotive cost of sales .
Selected Other Costs [Abstract]
Selected Other Costs [Policy Text Block]	Selected Other Costs Engineering, research, and development expenses, primarily salaries, materials, and associated costs, are reported in Automotive cost of sales ; advertising costs are reported in Selling, administrative, and other expenses . Engineering, research, and development costs are expensed as incurred when performed internally or when performed by a supplier if we guarantee reimbursement. Advertising costs are expensed as incurred.
Presentation of Sales and Sales Related Taxes [Abstract]
Presentation of Sales And Sales Related Taxes [Policy Text Block]	Presentation of Sales and Sales-Related Taxes We collect and remit taxes assessed by different governmental authorities that are both imposed on and concurrent with a revenue-producing transaction between us and our customers. These taxes may include, but are not limited to, sales, use, value-added, and some excise taxes. We report the collection of these taxes on a net basis (excluded from revenues).
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Fair Value Measurements, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Cash equivalents, marketable securities, and derivative financial instruments are remeasured and presented on our financial statements on a recurring basis at fair value, while other assets and liabilities are measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis. Fair Value Measurements In measuring fair value, we use various valuation methods and prioritize the use of observable inputs. The use of observable and unobservable inputs and their significance in measuring fair value are reflected in our fair value hierarchy. • Level 1 - inputs include quoted prices for identical instruments and are the most observable • Level 2 - inputs include quoted prices for similar instruments and observable inputs such as interest rates, currency exchange rates, and yield curves • Level 3 - inputs include data not observable in the market and reflect management judgment about the assumptions market participants would use in pricing the instruments Transfers into and transfers out of the hierarchy levels are recognized as if they had taken place at the end of the reporting period. Valuation Methods Cash and Cash Equivalents. Included in Cash and cash equivalents are highly liquid investments that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash and are subject to an insignificant risk of change in value due to interest rate, quoted price, or penalty on withdrawal. A debt security is classified as a cash equivalent if it meets these criteria and if it has a remaining time to maturity of three months or less from the date of acquisition . Amounts on deposit and available upon demand, or negotiated to provide for daily liquidity without penalty, are classified as Cash and cash equivalents . Time deposits, certificates of deposit, and money market accounts that meet the above criteria are reported at par value on our balance sheet and are excluded from the tables below. Marketable Securities . Investments in securities with a maturity date greater than three months at the date of purchase and other securities for which there is more than an insignificant risk of change in value due to interest rate, quoted price, or penalty on withdrawal are classified as Marketable securities . We generally measure fair value using prices obtained from pricing services. Pricing methods and inputs to valuation models used by the pricing services depend on the security type (i.e., asset class). Where possible, fair values are generated using market inputs including quoted prices (the closing price in an exchange market), bid prices (the price at which a buyer stands ready to purchase), and other market information. For fixed income securities that are not actively traded, the pricing services use alternative methods to determine fair value for the securities, including quotes for similar fixed-income securities, matrix pricing, discounted cash flow using benchmark curves, or other factors. In certain cases, when market data are not available, we may use broker quotes to determine fair value. An annual review is performed on the security prices received from our pricing services, which includes discussion and analysis of the inputs used by the pricing services to value our securities. We also compare the price of certain securities sold close to the quarter end to the price of the same security at the balance sheet date to ensure the reported fair value is reasonable. Realized gains and losses and interest income on all of our marketable securities, and unrealized gains and losses on securities not classified as available for sale (“AFS”), are recorded in Automotive interest income and other income/(expense), net and Financial Services other income/(loss), net . Unrealized gains and losses on AFS securities are recognized in Unrealized gains and losses on securities , a component of Other comprehensive income/(loss) . Realized gains and losses and reclassifications of accumulated other comprehensive income into net income are measured using the specific identification method. NOTE 4. FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS (Continued) Included in non-U.S. government and agencies marketable securities at December 31, 2015 are AFS securities with an aggregate fair value of $70 million , an amortized cost basis of $82 million , and unrealized losses of $12 million . All of these securities have a maturity date between one and five years as of the balance sheet date. During 2015, proceeds and realized gains/(losses) from the sale of AFS securities were $1 million and $0 , respectively. We regularly evaluate whether unrealized losses on AFS securities are temporary in nature. If losses are determined to be other than temporary and we do not expect to recover the carrying amount of the security, we reclassify unrecognized losses into income. We have determined that none of our AFS securities are impaired at December 31, 2015. We did not have any AFS securities at December 31, 2014. Derivative Financial Instruments. Our derivatives are over-the-counter customized derivative transactions and are not exchange traded. We estimate the fair value of these instruments using industry-standard valuation models such as a discounted cash flow. These models project future cash flows and discount the future amounts to a present value using market-based expectations for interest rates, foreign exchange rates, commodity prices, and the contractual terms of the derivative instruments. The discount rate used is the relevant interbank deposit rate (e.g., LIBOR) plus an adjustment for non-performance risk. The adjustment reflects the full credit default swap (“CDS”) spread applied to a net exposure, by counterparty, considering the master netting agreements and any posted collateral. We use our counterparty’s CDS spread when we are in a net asset position and our own CDS spread when we are in a net liability position. In certain cases, market data is not available and we use broker quotes and models (e.g., Black-Scholes) to determine fair value. This includes situations where there is lack of liquidity for a particular currency or commodity, or when the instrument is longer dated. Finance Receivables. We measure finance receivables at fair value for purposes of disclosure (see Note 5 ) using internal valuation models. These models project future cash flows of financing contracts based on scheduled contract payments (including principal and interest). The projected cash flows are discounted to present value based on assumptions regarding credit losses, pre-payment speed, and applicable spreads to approximate current rates. Our assumptions regarding pre-payment speed and credit losses are based on historical performance. The fair value of finance receivables is categorized within Level 3 of the hierarchy. On a nonrecurring basis, we also measure at fair value retail contracts greater than 120 days past due or deemed to be uncollectible , and individual dealer loans probable of foreclosure. We use the fair value of collateral, adjusted for estimated costs to sell, to determine the fair value of our receivables. The collateral for a retail receivable is the vehicle financed, and for dealer loans is real estate or other property. The fair value of collateral for retail receivables is calculated by multiplying the outstanding receivable balances by the average recovery value percentage. The fair value of collateral for dealer loans is determined by reviewing various appraisals, which include total adjusted appraised value of land and improvements, alternate use appraised value, broker’s opinion of value, and purchase offers. Debt. We measure debt at fair value for purposes of disclosure (see Note 13 ) using quoted prices for our own debt with approximately the same remaining maturities. Where quoted prices are not available, we estimate fair value using discounted cash flows and market-based expectations for interest rates, credit risk, and the contractual terms of the debt instruments. For certain short-term debt with an original maturity date of one year or less, we assume that book value is a reasonable approximation of the debt’s fair value. The fair value of debt is categorized within Level 2 of the hierarchy.
Finance Loans and Leases Receivable [Abstract]
Finance Loans and Leases Receivable, Policy [Policy Text Block]	The accrual of revenue is discontinued at the time a receivable is determined to be uncollectible. Accounts may be restored to accrual status only when a customer settles all past-due deficiency balances and future payments are reasonably assured. For receivables in non-accrual status, subsequent financing revenue is recognized only to the extent a payment is received. Payments are generally applied first to outstanding interest and then to the unpaid principal balance. For all finance receivables, we define “past due” as any payment, including principal and interest, that is at least 31 days past the contractual due date . Finance receivables are recorded at time of origination or purchase at fair value and are subsequently reported at amortized cost, net of any allowance for credit losses.
Impaired Financing Receivable, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Impaired consumer receivables include accounts that have been rewritten or modified in reorganization proceedings pursuant to the U.S. Bankruptcy Code that are considered to be troubled debt restructurings (“TDRs”), as well as all accounts greater than 120 days past due . Impaired non-consumer receivables represent accounts with dealers that have weak or poor financial metrics or dealer financing that has been modified in TDRs.
Lease Policy [Abstract]
Lease, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Net investment in operating leases on our balance sheet consists primarily of lease contracts for vehicles with retail customers, daily rental companies, government entities, and fleet customers. Assets subject to operating leases are depreciated using the straight-line method over the term of the lease to reduce the asset to its estimated residual value. Estimated residual values are based on assumptions for used vehicle prices at lease termination and the number of vehicles that are expected to be returned.
Allowance For Credit Losses [Abstract]
Allowance for Credit Losses, Policy [Policy Text Block]	The allowance for credit losses represents our estimate of the probable credit loss inherent in finance receivables as of the balance sheet date. The adequacy of the allowance for credit losses is assessed quarterly and the assumptions and models used in establishing the allowance are evaluated regularly. Because credit losses may vary substantially over time, estimating credit losses requires a number of assumptions about matters that are uncertain. The majority of credit losses are attributable to Ford Credit’s consumer receivables portfolio. Additions to the allowance for credit losses are made by recording charges to Provision for credit and insurance losses on the sector income statement. The uncollectible portion of finance receivables are charged to the allowance for credit losses at the earlier of when an account is deemed to be uncollectible or when an account is 120 days delinquent , taking into consideration the financial condition of the customer, borrower, or lessee, the value of the collateral, recourse to guarantors, and other factors. In the event we repossess the collateral, the receivable is charged off and we record the collateral at its estimated fair value less costs to sell and report it in Other assets on the balance sheet. Charge-offs on finance receivables include uncollected amounts related to principal, interest, late fees, and other allowable charges. Recoveries on finance receivables previously charged off as uncollectible, are credited to the allowance for credit losses. Consumer We estimate the allowance for credit losses on our consumer receivables using a combination of measurement models and management judgment. The models consider factors such as historical trends in credit losses and recoveries (including key metrics such as delinquencies, repossessions, and bankruptcies), the composition of the present portfolio (including vehicle brand, term, risk evaluation, and new/used vehicles), trends in historical used vehicle values, and economic conditions. Estimates from these models rely on historical information and may not fully reflect losses inherent in the present portfolio. Therefore, we may adjust the estimate to reflect management judgment regarding observable changes in recent economic trends and conditions, portfolio composition, and other relevant factors. We make projections of two key assumptions to assist in estimating the consumer allowance for credit losses: • Frequency - number of finance receivables contracts that are expected to default over the loss emergence period, measured as repossessions • Loss severity - expected difference between the amount a customer owes when the finance contract is charged off and the amount received, net of expenses from selling the repossessed vehicle, including any recoveries from the customer Collective Allowance for Credit Losses. The collective allowance is evaluated primarily using a collective loss‑to‑receivables (“LTR”) model that, based on historical experience, indicates credit losses have been incurred in the portfolio even though the particular accounts that are uncollectible cannot be specifically identified. The LTR model is based on the most recent years of history. Each LTR is calculated by dividing credit losses by average finance receivables excluding unearned interest supplements and allowance for credit losses. An average LTR is calculated for each product and multiplied by the end-of-period balances for that given product. NOTE 7. FINANCIAL SERVICES SECTOR ALLOWANCE FOR CREDIT LOSSES (Continued) Our largest markets also use a loss projection model to estimate losses inherent in the portfolio. The loss projection model applies recent monthly performance metrics, stratified by contract type (retail or lease), contract term(e.g., 60 ‑month), and risk rating to our active portfolio to estimate the losses that have been incurred. The loss emergence period (“LEP”) is a key assumption within our models and represents the average amount of time between when a loss event first occurs and when it is charged off. This time period starts when the consumer begins to experience financial difficulty. It is evidenced, typically through delinquency, before eventually resulting in a charge-off. The LEP is a multiplier in the calculation of the collective consumer allowance for credit losses. For accounts greater than 120 days past due , the uncollectible portion is charged off such that the remaining recorded investment is equal to the estimated fair value of the collateral less costs to sell. Specific Allowance for Impaired Receivables . Consumer receivables involved in TDRs are specifically assessed for impairment. A specific allowance is estimated based on the present value of the expected future cash flows of the receivable discounted at the contract’s original effective interest rate or the fair value of any collateral adjusted for estimated costs to sell. After establishing the collective and specific allowance for credit losses, if management believes the allowance does not reflect all losses inherent in the portfolio due to changes in recent economic trends and conditions, or other relevant factors, an adjustment is made based on management judgment. Non-Consumer We estimate the allowance for credit losses for non-consumer receivables based on historical LTR ratios, expected future cash flows, and the fair value of collateral. Collective Allowance for Credit Losses . We estimate an allowance for non-consumer receivables that are not specifically identified as impaired using a LTR model for each financing product based on historical experience. This LTR is an average of the most recent historical experience and is calculated consistent with the consumer receivables LTR approach. All accounts that are specifically identified as impaired are excluded from the calculation of the non-specific or collective allowance. Specific Allowance for Impaired Receivables . Dealer financing is evaluated by segmenting individual loans by the risk characteristics of the loan (such as the amount of the loan, the nature of the collateral, and the financial status of the debtor). The loans are analyzed to determine whether individual loans are impaired, and a specific allowance is estimated based on the present value of the expected future cash flows of the receivable discounted at the loan’s original effective interest rate or the fair value of the collateral adjusted for estimated costs to sell. After establishing the collective and the specific allowance for credit losses, if management believes the allowance does not reflect all losses inherent in the portfolio due to changes in recent economic trends and conditions, or other relevant factors, an adjustment is made based on management judgment.
Inventories [Abstract]
Inventory, Policy [Policy Text Block]	All inventories are stated at the lower of cost and net realizable value. Cost for a substantial portion of U.S. inventories is determined on a last-in, first-out (“LIFO”) basis. LIFO was used for 27% and 28% of total inventories at December 31, 2015 and 2014 , respectively. Cost of other inventories is determined by costing methods that approximate a first-in, first-out (“FIFO”) basis.
Equity Method Investments and Joint Ventures [Abstract]
Equity Method Investments, Policy [Policy Text Block]	We use the equity method of accounting for our investments in entities over which we do not have control, but over whose operating and financial policies we are able to exercise significant influence.
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Net property is reported at cost, net of accumulated depreciation and impairments. We capitalize new assets when we expect to use the asset for more than one year . Routine maintenance and repair costs are expensed when incurred. Property and equipment are depreciated primarily using the straight-line method over the estimated useful life of the asset. Useful lives range from 3 years to 36 years. The estimated useful lives generally are 14.5 years for machinery and equipment, 8 years for software, 30 years for land improvements, and 36 years for buildings. Tooling generally is amortized over the expected life of a product program using a straight-line method.
Pension and Other Postretirement Plans [Abstract]
Pension and Other Postretirement Plans, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Pension and Other Postretirement Employee Benefits (“OPEB”). On December 31, 2015, we adopted a change in accounting method for certain components of expense related to our defined benefit pension and OPEB plans. Under the new method, we recognize remeasurement gains and losses immediately in net income and use fair value to calculate the expected return on plan assets. Historically, we recognized remeasurement gains and losses as a component of Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss) and amortized them as a component of net periodic benefit cost, subject to a corridor, over the remaining service period of our active employees. In addition, we previously used a market-related value of plan assets that recognized changes in fair value over time to calculate the expected return on plan assets. We believe this change in accounting method is preferable as it better recognizes the current performance of our pension and OPEB plans in our net income in the year incurred. Additionally, our segment reporting shown in Note 24 now provides better transparency into the underlying operating results of Ford’s Automotive business units. We have retrospectively applied this change in accounting method to all prior periods. Defined benefit pension and OPEB plan obligations are remeasured annually as of December 31 based on the present value of projected future benefit payments for all participants for services rendered to date. The measurement of projected future benefits is dependent on the provisions of each specific plan, demographics of the group covered by the plan, and other key measurement assumptions. For plans that provide benefits dependent on salary assumptions, we include a projection of salary growth in our measurements. No assumption is made regarding any potential changes to benefit provisions beyond those to which we are presently committed (e.g., in existing labor contracts). Net periodic benefit costs, including service cost, interest cost, and expected return on assets are determined using assumptions regarding the benefit obligation and the fair value of plan assets (where applicable) as of the beginning of each year. We have elected to use a fair value of plan assets to calculate the expected return on assets in net periodic benefit cost. The funded status of the benefit plans, which represents the difference between the benefit obligation and fair value of plan assets, is calculated on a plan-by-plan basis. The benefit obligation and related funded status are determined using assumptions as of the end of each year. Actuarial gains and losses resulting from plan remeasurement are recognized in net periodic benefit cost in the period of the remeasurement. The impact of plan amendments is recorded in Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss) , and is amortized as a component of net periodic cost generally over the remaining service period of the active employees. Net periodic benefit costs are recorded in Automotive cost of sales and Selling, administrative, and other expenses .
Debt and Commitments [Abstract]
Debt, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Our debt consists of short-term and long-term secured and unsecured debt securities, and secured and unsecured borrowings from banks and other lenders. Debt issuances are placed directly by us or through securities dealers or underwriters and are held by institutional and retail investors. In addition, Ford Credit sponsors securitization programs that provide short-term and long-term asset-backed financing through institutional investors in the U.S. and international capital markets. Debt is reported on our balance sheet at par value adjusted for unamortized discount or premium, unamortized issuance costs, and adjustments related to designated fair value hedges (see Note 16 ). Discounts, premiums, and costs directly related to the issuance of debt are capitalized and amortized over the life of the debt or to the put date and are recorded in Interest expense using the effective interest method. Gains and losses on the extinguishment of debt are recorded in Automotive interest income and other income/(loss), net and Financial Services other income/(loss), net .
Variable Interest Entities [Abstract]
Consolidation, Variable Interest Entity, Policy [Policy Text Block]	A VIE is an entity that either (i) has insufficient equity to permit the entity to finance its activities without additional subordinated financial support, or (ii) has equity investors who lack the characteristics of a controlling financial interest. We consolidate VIEs of which we are the primary beneficiary. We consider ourselves the primary beneficiary of a VIE when we have both the power to direct the activities that most significantly impact the entity’s economic performance and the obligation to absorb losses or the right to receive benefits from the entity that could potentially be significant to the VIE. Assets recognized as a result of consolidating these VIEs do not represent additional assets that could be used to satisfy claims against our general assets. Conversely, liabilities recognized as a result of consolidating these VIEs do not represent additional claims on our general assets; rather, they represent claims against the specific assets of the consolidated VIEs. We have the power to direct the significant activities of an entity when our management has the ability to make key operating decisions, such as decisions regarding capital or product investment or manufacturing production schedules. For securitization entities, we have the power to direct significant activities when we have the ability to exercise discretion in the servicing of financial assets (including general collection activity on current and non-current accounts and loss mitigation efforts including repossession and sale of collateral), issue additional debt, exercise a unilateral call option, add assets to revolving structures, or control investment decisions.
Derivative Financial Instruments and Hedging Activities [Abstract]
Derivatives, Policy [Policy Text Block]	The effective portion of changes in the fair value of cash flow hedges is deferred in Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss) and is recognized in Automotive cost of sales when the hedged item affects earnings. The ineffective portion is reported in Automotive cost of sales in the period of measurement. Our policy is to de-designate foreign currency exchange cash flow hedges prior to the time forecasted transactions are recognized as assets or liabilities on the balance sheet and report subsequent changes in fair value through Automotive cost of sales . If it becomes probable that the originally-forecasted transaction will not occur, the related amount included in Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss) is reclassified and recognized in earnings. The majority of our cash flow hedges mature in two years or less. Fair Value Hedges. Our Financial Services sector uses derivatives to reduce the risk of changes in the fair value of debt. We have designated certain receive-fixed, pay-float interest rate swaps as fair value hedges of fixed-rate debt. The risk being hedged is the risk of changes in the fair value of the hedged debt attributable to changes in the benchmark interest rate. If the hedge relationship is deemed to be highly effective, we record the changes in the fair value of the hedged debt related to the risk being hedged in Financial Services debt with the offset in Financial Services other income/(loss), net . The change in fair value of the related derivative (excluding accrued interest) also is recorded in Financial Services other income/(loss), net. Net interest settlements and accruals on fair value hedges are excluded from the assessment of hedge effectiveness and are reported in Interest expense . The cash flows associated with fair value hedges are reported in Net cash provided by/(used in) operating activities on our statement of cash flows. When a fair value hedge is de-designated, or when the derivative is terminated before maturity, the fair value adjustment to the hedged debt continues to be reported as part of the carrying value of the debt and is amortized over its remaining life. Derivatives Not Designated as Hedging Instruments. Our Automotive sector reports changes in the fair value of derivatives not designated as hedging instruments through Automotive cost of sales . Cash flows associated with non-designated or de-designated derivatives are reported in Net cash provided by/(used in) investing activities on our statements of cash flows. NOTE 16. DERIVATIVE FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS AND HEDGING ACTIVITIES (Continued) Our Financial Services sector reports net interest settlements and accruals and changes in the fair value of interest rate swaps not designated as hedging instruments in Financial Services other income/(loss), net . Foreign currency revaluation on accrued interest along with gains and losses on foreign exchange contracts and cross currency interest rate swaps are reported in Financial Services other income/(loss), net . Cash flows associated with non-designated or de­designated derivatives are reported in Net cash provided by/(used in) investing activities on our statements of cash flows .
Share-based Compensation [Abstract]
Share-based Compensation, Option and Incentive Plans Policy [Policy Text Block]	We estimate the fair value of the TSR component of the performance-based RSUs using a Monte Carlo simulation . We issue to our employees restricted stock units (“RSUs”), which consist of time-based and performance-based awards. RSUs provide the recipients with the right to shares of Common Stock following a specified performance period and/or vesting period. Time-based awards generally have a vesting feature whereby one-third of each grant of RSUs vests after the first anniversary of the grant date, one-third after the second anniversary, and one-third after the third anniversary. Performance-based RSUs vest at the end of the specified performance period, generally three years , assuming required metrics are met. Performance-based RSUs have two components: one based on Ford’s internal financial performance metrics, and the other based on Ford’s total shareholder return relative to total shareholder returns of an industrial and automotive peer group . We issue new shares of Common Stock upon vesting of RSUs. The fair value of both the time-based and the portion of the performance-based RSUs pertaining to internal performance metrics is determined using the closing price of our Common Stock . The fair value of time-based RSUs is expensed over the shorter of the vesting period, using the graded vesting method , or the time period an employee becomes eligible to retain the award at retirement. The fair value of performance-based RSUs is expensed when it is probable and estimable as measured against the performance metrics over the shorter of the performance or required service periods . Expense is recorded in Selling, administrative, and other expenses . We measure the fair value of our stock options using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model and record expense in Selling, administrative, and other expenses .
Employee Separation Actions [Abstract]
Employee Separation Actions [Policy Text Block]	We record costs associated with voluntary separations at the time of employee acceptance, unless the acceptance requires explicit approval by the Company. We record costs associated with involuntary separation programs when management has approved the plan for separation, the affected employees are identified, and it is unlikely that actions required to complete the separation plan will change significantly. When a plan of separation requires approval by or consultation with the relevant labor organization or government, the costs are recorded after the required approval or consultation process is complete. Costs associated with benefits that are contingent on the employee continuing to provide service are accrued over the required service period. Additionally, under certain labor agreements, we are required to pay transitional benefits to our employees who are idled. For employees who are temporarily idled, we expense the benefits on an as-incurred basis. For employees who are permanently idled, we expense all of the future benefit payments in the period when it is probable that the employees will be permanently idled. Our reserve balance for these future benefit payments to permanently idled employees takes into account several factors: the demographics of the population at each affected facility, redeployment alternatives, estimate of benefits to be paid, and recent experience relative to voluntary redeployments.
Income Taxes [Abstract]
Income Taxes, Policy [Policy Text Block]	We recognize income tax-related penalties in the Provision for/(Benefit from) income taxes on our consolidated income statement. We recognize income tax-related interest income and interest expense in Automotive interest income and other income/(loss), net and Financial Services other income/(loss), net on our consolidated income statement. Valuation of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized based on the future tax consequences attributable to temporary differences that exist between the financial statement carrying value of assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases, and operating loss and tax credit carryforwards on a taxing jurisdiction basis. We measure deferred tax assets and liabilities using enacted tax rates that will apply in the years in which we expect the temporary differences to be recovered or paid. Our accounting for deferred tax consequences represents our best estimate of the likely future tax consequences of events that have been recognized on our financial statements or tax returns and their future probability. In assessing the need for a valuation allowance, we consider both positive and negative evidence related to the likelihood of realization of the deferred tax assets. If, based on the weight of available evidence, it is more likely than not that the deferred tax assets will not be realized, we record a valuation allowance.
Capital Stock and Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Earnings Per Share, Policy [Policy Text Block]	We present both basic and diluted earnings per share (“EPS”) amounts in our financial reporting. Basic EPS excludes dilution and is computed by dividing income available to Common and Class B Stock holders by the weighted-average number of Common and Class B Stock outstanding for the period. Diluted EPS reflects the maximum potential dilution that could occur from our share-based compensation, including “in-the-money” stock options and unvested RSUs. Potential dilutive shares are excluded from the calculation if they have an anti-dilutive effect in the period.
Commitments and Contingencies [Abstract]
Commitments and Contingencies, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Guarantees and indemnifications are recorded at fair value at their inception. We accrue obligations for warranty costs and field service actions (i.e., safety recalls, emission recalls, and other product campaigns) at the time of sale using a patterned estimation model that includes historical information regarding the nature, frequency, and average cost of claims for each vehicle line by model year. Warranty and field service action obligations are reported in Other liabilities and deferred revenue . We reevaluate the adequacy of our accruals on a regular basis. We recognize the benefit from a recovery of the costs associated with our warranty and field service actions when specifics of the recovery have been agreed with our supplier and the amount of the recovery is virtually certain. Recoveries are reported in Receivables and Other assets. We accrue for matters when losses are deemed probable and reasonably estimable.

Presentation (Tables)

Presentation (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
New Accounting Pronouncements or Change in Accounting Principle [Line Items]
Schedule of Changes in Accounting Principles [Table Text Block]	The effect of the change related to our defined benefit pension and OPEB plans on our consolidated financial statements at December 31 was as follows (in millions, except per share amounts): 2015 2014 2013 Effect of Change Higher/(Lower) As Revised Previously Reported Effect of Change Higher/(Lower) As Revised Previously Reported Effect of Change Higher/(Lower) Income statement Automotive cost of sales $ (581 ) $ 125,025 $ 123,516 $ 1,509 $ 120,190 $ 125,195 $ (5,005 ) Selling, administrative, and other expenses (337 ) 15,716 14,117 1,599 10,850 13,176 (2,326 ) Income before income taxes 918 1,234 4,342 (3,108 ) 14,371 7,040 7,331 Provision for/(Benefit from) income taxes 293 4 1,156 (1,152 ) 2,425 (135 ) 2,560 Net income 625 1,230 3,186 (1,956 ) 11,946 7,175 4,771 Net income attributable to Ford Motor Company 625 1,231 3,187 (1,956 ) 11,953 7,182 4,771 Basic earnings per share attributable to Ford Motor Company 0.16 0.31 0.81 (0.50 ) 3.04 1.83 1.21 Diluted earnings per share attributable to Ford Motor Company 0.15 0.31 0.80 (0.49 ) 2.94 1.77 1.17 2015 2014 Effect of Change Higher/ (Lower) As Revised Previously Reported Effect of Change Higher/ (Lower) Balance sheet Inventories $ (61 ) $ 7,870 $ 7,866 $ 4 Deferred income taxes, net 79 13,454 13,069 385 Other assets — 6,052 6,353 (301 ) Other liabilities and deferred revenue 2 44,032 43,577 455 Retained earnings/(Accumulated deficit) (14,509 ) 9,422 24,556 (15,134 ) Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss) 14,525 (5,265 ) (20,032 ) 14,767 2015 2014 2013 Effect of Change Higher/(Lower) As Revised Previously Reported Effect of Change Higher/(Lower) As Revised Previously Reported Effect of Change Higher/(Lower) Cash flows from operating activities Net income $ 625 $ 1,230 $ 3,186 $ (1,956 ) $ 11,946 $ 7,175 $ 4,771 Pension and OPEB expense (997 ) 4,429 1,249 3,180 (4,930 ) 2,543 (7,473 ) Provision for deferred income taxes 293 (94 ) 1,063 (1,157 ) 1,585 (848 ) 2,433 Decrease/(Increase) in accounts receivable and other assets — (2,896 ) (2,897 ) 1 (1,913 ) (2,040 ) 127 Decrease/(Increase) in inventory 65 (936 ) (875 ) (61 ) (437 ) (572 ) 135 Increase/(Decrease) in accounts payable and accrued and other liabilities 14 5,729 5,734 (5 ) 1,232 1,231 1 Other — (467 ) (465 ) (2 ) (706 ) (712 ) 6
Reconciliation from Sector to Consolidated Balance Sheet [Table Text Block]	The reconciliation between the totals for the sector and consolidated balance sheets at December 31 was as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Sector balance sheet presentation of deferred income tax assets Automotive sector current deferred income tax assets $ 3,664 $ 2,050 Automotive sector non-current deferred income tax assets 10,687 13,705 Financial Services sector deferred income tax assets (a) 135 185 Total 14,486 15,940 Reclassification for netting of deferred income taxes (2,977 ) (1,916 ) Consolidated balance sheet presentation of deferred income tax assets $ 11,509 $ 14,024 Sector balance sheet presentation of deferred income tax liabilities Automotive sector current deferred income tax liabilities $ 13 $ 270 Automotive sector non-current deferred income tax liabilities 287 367 Financial Services sector deferred income tax liabilities 3,179 1,849 Total 3,479 2,486 Reclassification for netting of deferred income taxes (2,977 ) (1,916 ) Consolidated balance sheet presentation of deferred income tax liabilities $ 502 $ 570 __________ (a) Included in Financial Services Other assets on our sector balance sheet
Schedule Of Sector Transactions Text Block [Table Text Block]	Additional detail regarding certain transactions and the effect on each sector’s balance sheet at December 31 was as follows (in billions): 2015 2014 Automotive Financial Services Automotive Financial Services Finance receivables, net (a) $ 5.4 $ 5.0 Unearned interest supplements and residual support (b) (4.5 ) (3.9 ) Wholesale/Other receivables (c) 0.8 0.8 Net investment in operating leases (d) 0.7 0.6 Intersector receivables/(payables) (e) $ (1.1 ) 1.1 $ — — __________ (a) Automotive sector receivables (generated primarily from vehicle and parts sales to third parties) sold to Ford Motor Credit Company LLC (“Ford Credit”). These receivables are classified as Other receivables, net on our consolidated balance sheet and Finance receivables, net on our sector balance sheet. (b) We pay amounts to Ford Credit at the point of retail financing or lease origination that represent interest supplements and residual support. (c) Primarily wholesale receivables with entities that are consolidated subsidiaries of Ford. (d) Sale-leaseback agreement between Automotive and Financial Services sectors relating to vehicles that we lease to our employees. (e) Reflects amounts owed to the Financial Services sector by Automotive sector (these amounts include the balances related to the Wholesale/Other receivables described above).

Summary of Accounting Policie38

Summary of Accounting Policies (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Schedule of Other Costs [Table Text Block]	Engineering, research, development, and advertising expenses for the years ended December 31 were as follows (in billions): 2015 2014 2013 Engineering, research, and development $ 6.7 $ 6.7 $ 6.2 Advertising 4.3 4.3 4.4

Fair Value Measurements (Tables

Fair Value Measurements (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Input Hierarchy of Items Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis [Table Text Block]	The following tables categorize the fair values of items measured at fair value on a recurring basis at December 31 on our balance sheet (in millions): 2015 2014 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total Automotive Sector Assets Cash equivalents – financial instruments U.S. government and agencies $ 115 $ 22 $ — $ 137 $ — $ 64 $ — $ 64 Non-U.S. government and agencies — 173 — 173 — 122 — 122 Corporate debt — 20 — 20 — 20 — 20 Total cash equivalents (a) 115 215 — 330 — 206 — 206 Marketable securities U.S. government and agencies 1,623 5,240 — 6,863 969 5,789 — 6,758 Non-U.S. government and agencies — 7,451 — 7,451 — 7,004 — 7,004 Corporate debt — 3,279 — 3,279 — 2,738 — 2,738 Equities 240 — — 240 322 — — 322 Other marketable securities — 348 — 348 — 313 — 313 Total marketable securities 1,863 16,318 — 18,181 1,291 15,844 — 17,135 Derivative financial instruments (b) — 928 — 928 — 517 — 517 Total assets at fair value $ 1,978 $ 17,461 $ — $ 19,439 $ 1,291 $ 16,567 $ — $ 17,858 Liabilities Derivative financial instruments (b) $ — $ 628 $ 2 $ 630 $ — $ 710 $ 3 $ 713 Total liabilities at fair value $ — $ 628 $ 2 $ 630 $ — $ 710 $ 3 $ 713 Financial Services Sector Assets Cash equivalents – financial instruments Non-U.S. government and agencies $ — $ 266 $ — $ 266 $ — $ 341 $ — $ 341 Corporate debt — — — — — 10 — 10 Total cash equivalents (a) — 266 — 266 — 351 — 351 Marketable securities U.S. government and agencies 298 1,169 — 1,467 17 1,251 — 1,268 Non-U.S. government and agencies — 832 — 832 — 405 — 405 Corporate debt — 384 — 384 — 1,555 — 1,555 Other marketable securities — 40 — 40 — 30 — 30 Total marketable securities 298 2,425 — 2,723 17 3,241 — 3,258 Derivative financial instruments (b) — 924 — 924 — 859 — 859 Total assets at fair value $ 298 $ 3,615 $ — $ 3,913 $ 17 $ 4,451 $ — $ 4,468 Liabilities Derivative financial instruments (b) $ — $ 243 $ — $ 243 $ — $ 167 $ — $ 167 Total liabilities at fair value $ — $ 243 $ — $ 243 $ — $ 167 $ — $ 167 __________ (a) Excludes time deposits, certificates of deposit, money market accounts, and other cash equivalents reported at par value on our balance sheet totaling $3.8 billion and $3.3 billion for Automotive sector and $6.3 billion and $3.8 billion for Financial Services sector at December 31, 2015 and 2014 , respectively. In addition to these cash equivalents, we also had cash on hand totaling $1.3 billion and $1.1 billion for Automotive sector and $2.3 billion and $2 billion for Financial Services sector at December 31, 2015 and 2014 , respectively. (b) See Note 16 for additional information regarding derivative financial instruments.

Finance Receivables (Tables)

Finance Receivables (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Financing Receivables [Line Items]
Net finance receivables [Table Text Block]	Finance receivables, net at December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Consumer Retail financing, gross $ 62,068 $ 55,856 Unearned interest supplements (2,119 ) (1,760 ) Consumer finance receivables 59,949 54,096 Non-Consumer Dealer financing 35,529 31,340 Other financing 958 1,026 Non-Consumer finance receivables 36,487 32,366 Total recorded investment $ 96,436 $ 86,462 Recorded investment in finance receivables $ 96,436 $ 86,462 Allowance for credit losses (373 ) (321 ) Finance receivables, net (a) (b) $ 96,063 $ 86,141 Net finance receivables subject to fair value (c) $ 94,248 $ 84,468 Fair value 95,420 85,941 __________ (a) On the consolidated balance sheet at December 31, 2015 and 2014 , $5.4 billion and $5 billion , respectively, are reclassified to Other receivables, net, resulting in Finance receivables, net of $90.7 billion and $81.1 billion , respectively. (b) At December 31, 2015 and 2014 , Finance receivables, net includes $1.8 billion and $1.7 billion , respectively, of net investment in direct financing leases. (c) At December 31, 2015 and 2014 , excludes $1.8 billion and $1.7 billion , respectively, of certain receivables (primarily direct financing leases) that are not subject to fair value disclosure requirements.
Schedule of Financing Receivables, Minimum Payments [Table Text Block]	Contractual maturities of total finance receivables outstanding at December 31, 2015 reflect contractual repayments due from customers or borrowers as follows (in millions): Due in Year Ending December 31, 2016 2017 2018 Thereafter Total Consumer Retail financing, gross (a) $ 17,627 $ 15,811 $ 12,847 $ 15,783 $ 62,068 Non-Consumer Dealer financing 32,461 1,768 261 1,039 35,529 Other financing 958 — — — 958 Total finance receivables $ 51,046 $ 17,579 $ 13,108 $ 16,822 $ 98,555 __________ (a) Contractual maturities of retail financing, gross include $162 million of estimated unguaranteed residual values related to direct finance leases.
Aging analysis for total finance receivables [Text Block]	The aging analysis of our finance receivables balances at December 31 was as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Consumer 31-60 days past due $ 708 $ 718 61-90 days past due 108 97 91-120 days past due 27 29 Greater than 120 days past due 38 52 Total past due 881 896 Current 59,068 53,200 Consumer finance receivables 59,949 54,096 Non-Consumer Total past due 117 117 Current 36,370 32,249 Non-Consumer finance receivables 36,487 32,366 Total recorded investment $ 96,436 $ 86,462
Non-consumer [Member]
Financing Receivables [Line Items]
Financing receivable credit quality indicators [Table Text Block]	The credit quality analysis of our dealer financing receivables at December 31 was as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Dealer Financing Group I $ 26,560 $ 23,125 Group II 7,175 6,350 Group III 1,683 1,783 Group IV 111 82 Total recorded investment $ 35,529 $ 31,340

Net Investment in Operating L41

Net Investment in Operating Leases (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
NET INVESTMENT IN OPERATING LEASES [Abstract]
Schedule of Property Subject to or Available for Operating Lease [Table Text Block]	The net investment in operating leases at December 31 was as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Automotive Sector Vehicles, net of depreciation $ 2,014 $ 1,699 Financial Services Sector Vehicles and other equipment, at cost (a) 29,673 24,952 Accumulated depreciation (4,545 ) (3,396 ) Allowance for credit losses (49 ) (38 ) Total Financial Services sector 25,079 21,518 Total Company $ 27,093 $ 23,217 __________ (a) Includes Ford Credit’s operating lease assets of $13.3 billion and $9.6 billion at December 31, 2015 and 2014 , respectively, for which the related cash flows have been used to secure certain lease securitization transactions. Cash flows associated with the net investment in operating leases are available only for payment of the debt or other obligations issued or arising in the securitization transactions; they are not available to pay other obligations or the claims of other creditors.
Schedule of Future Minimum Rental Payments for Operating Leases [Table Text Block]	The amounts contractually due for minimum rentals on operating leases at December 31, 2015 were as follows (in millions): 2016 2017 2018 2019 Thereafter Total Minimum rentals on operating leases $ 4,021 $ 2,504 $ 919 $ 59 $ 3 $ 7,506

Allowance for Credit Losses (Ta

Allowance for Credit Losses (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Financial Services [Member]
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Losses [Line Items]
Allowance For Credit Losses on Financing And Loans And Leases Receivable [Table Text Block]	An analysis of the allowance for credit losses related to finance receivables for the years ended December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 Consumer Non-Consumer Total Allowance for credit losses Beginning balance $ 305 $ 16 $ 321 Charge-offs (333 ) (3 ) (336 ) Recoveries 120 6 126 Provision for credit losses 276 (2 ) 274 Other (a) (11 ) (1 ) (12 ) Ending balance (b) $ 357 $ 16 $ 373 Analysis of ending balance of allowance for credit losses Collective impairment allowance $ 338 $ 12 $ 350 Specific impairment allowance 19 4 23 Ending balance (b) 357 16 373 Analysis of ending balance of finance receivables Collectively evaluated for impairment 59,574 36,353 95,927 Specifically evaluated for impairment 375 134 509 Recorded investment 59,949 36,487 96,436 Ending balance, net of allowance for credit losses $ 59,592 $ 36,471 $ 96,063 __________ (a) Primarily represents amounts related to translation adjustments. (b) Total allowance, including reserves for operating leases, was $422 million . 2014 Consumer Non-Consumer Total Allowance for credit losses Beginning balance $ 327 $ 30 $ 357 Charge-offs (294 ) (6 ) (300 ) Recoveries 131 9 140 Provision for credit losses 150 (17 ) 133 Other (a) (9 ) — (9 ) Ending balance (b) $ 305 $ 16 $ 321 Analysis of ending balance of allowance for credit losses Collective impairment allowance $ 282 $ 16 $ 298 Specific impairment allowance 23 — 23 Ending balance (b) 305 16 321 Analysis of ending balance of finance receivables Collectively evaluated for impairment 53,681 32,261 85,942 Specifically evaluated for impairment 415 105 520 Recorded investment 54,096 32,366 86,462 Ending balance, net of allowance for credit losses $ 53,791 $ 32,350 $ 86,141 __________ (a) Primarily represents amounts related to translation adjustments. (b) Total allowance, including reserves for operating leases, was $359 million .

Inventories (Tables)

Inventories (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Inventory [Table Text Block]	Inventories at December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Raw materials, work-in-process, and supplies $ 4,005 $ 3,859 Finished products 5,254 5,026 Total inventories under FIFO 9,259 8,885 LIFO adjustment (940 ) (1,015 ) Total inventories $ 8,319 $ 7,870

Equity in Net Assets of Affil44

Equity in Net Assets of Affiliated Companies (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information [Abstract]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Table Text Block]	Our ownership percentages and carrying value of our equity method investments at December 31 were as follows (in millions, except percentages): Ownership Percentage Investment Balance Automotive Sector 2015 2015 2014 Changan Ford Automobile Corporation, Limited 50.0 % $ 1,307 $ 1,301 Jiangling Motors Corporation, Limited 32.0 636 604 AutoAlliance (Thailand) Co., Ltd. 50.0 429 428 Ford Otomotiv Sanayi Anonim Sirketi 41.0 352 386 Getrag Ford Transmissions GmbH 50.0 182 232 Changan Ford Mazda Engine Company, Ltd. 25.0 77 69 OEConnection LLC 50.0 36 35 DealerDirect LLC 97.7 30 26 Percepta, LLC 45.0 9 9 Thirdware Solutions Limited 20.0 9 8 Automotive Fuel Cell Cooperation Corporation 49.9 8 9 U.S. Council for Automotive Research LLC 33.3 5 5 Chongqing ANTE Trading Co., Ltd. 10.0 4 3 Crash Avoidance Metrics Partnership LLC 50.0 4 2 Blue Diamond Parts, LLC 25.0 3 3 Nemak, S.A.B. de C.V. (Note 22) 6.8 — 86 Blue Diamond Truck, S. de R.L. de C.V. (Note 22) 25.0 — 8 Ford Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. 49.0 — 2 ZF Transmission Tech, LLC 49.0 — — Zebra Imaging, Inc. 0.3 — — Total Automotive sector 3,091 3,216 Financial Services Sector Forso Nordic AB 50.0 66 67 FFS Finance South Africa (Pty) Limited 50.0 48 50 RouteOne LLC 30.0 15 20 CNF-Administradora de Consorcio Nacional Ltda. 33.3 4 4 Total Financial Services sector 133 141 Total Company $ 3,224 $ 3,357
Summarized Financial Data Of Equity Method Investee Table Text Block [Table Text Block]	A summary of the total financial results, as reported by our equity method investees, in the aggregate at December 31 was as follows (in millions): Summarized Balance Sheet 2015 2014 Current assets $ 10,400 $ 11,012 Non-current assets 9,687 13,749 Total assets $ 20,087 $ 24,761 Current liabilities $ 10,863 $ 11,943 Non-current liabilities 2,608 4,597 Total liabilities $ 13,471 $ 16,540 Equity attributable to noncontrolling interests $ 8 $ 8 For the years ended December 31, Summarized Income Statement 2015 2014 2013 Total revenue $ 35,623 $ 40,658 $ 38,736 Income before income taxes 4,525 3,985 2,815 Net income 3,894 3,510 2,587
Schedule of Related Party Transactions [Table Text Block]	Transactions with equity method investees reported on our consolidated income statement and balance sheet at December 31 were as follows (in millions): For the years ended December 31, Income Statement 2015 2014 2013 Sales $ 4,426 $ 5,208 $ 6,421 Purchases 7,780 9,430 10,536 Royalty income 610 500 526 Balance Sheet 2015 2014 Receivables $ 870 $ 1,056 Payables 671 712

Net Property and Lease Commit45

Net Property and Lease Commitments (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Table Text Block]	Net property at December 31 was as follows (in millions): Automotive Sector 2015 2014 Land $ 344 $ 351 Buildings and land improvements 9,942 10,601 Machinery, equipment, and other 33,164 33,381 Software 2,241 2,122 Construction in progress 1,750 1,719 Total land, plant and equipment, and other 47,441 48,174 Accumulated depreciation (27,466 ) (29,134 ) Net land, plant and equipment, and other 19,975 19,040 Tooling, net of amortization 10,046 10,755 Total Automotive sector 30,021 29,795 Financial Services Sector (a) 142 331 Total Company $ 30,163 $ 30,126 __________ (a) Included in Financial Services Other assets on our sector balance sheet.
Schedule of Property Related Expenses [Table Text Block]	Automotive sector property-related expenses for the years ended December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 2013 Depreciation and other amortization $ 2,028 $ 2,092 $ 2,110 Tooling amortization 2,304 2,160 1,954 Total $ 4,332 $ 4,252 $ 4,064 Maintenance and rearrangement $ 1,651 $ 1,523 $ 1,422
Schedule of Change in Asset Retirement Obligation [Table Text Block]	Estimates of the fair value liabilities for our conditional asset retirement obligations that are recorded in Other liabilities and deferred revenue at December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Beginning balance $ 228 $ 246 Liabilities settled (6 ) (11 ) Revisions to estimates (6 ) (7 ) Ending balance $ 216 $ 228
Operating Leases of Lessee Disclosure [Table Text Block]	Minimum non-cancellable operating lease commitments at December 31, 2015 were as follows (in millions): 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 Thereafter Total Automotive sector $ 270 $ 220 $ 152 $ 105 $ 74 $ 73 $ 894 Financial Services sector 8 5 4 2 2 7 28 Total Company $ 278 $ 225 $ 156 $ 107 $ 76 $ 80 $ 922 Operating lease expense for the years ended December 31 was as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 2013 Automotive sector $ 433 $ 423 $ 411 Financial Services sector 27 101 105 Total Company $ 460 $ 524 $ 516

Other Liabilities and Deferre46

Other Liabilities and Deferred Revenue Other Liabilities and Deferred Revenue (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
ACCRUED LIABILITIES AND DEFERRED REVENUE [Abstract]
Schedule of Accrued Liabilities and Deferred Revenue [Table Text Block]	Other liabilities and deferred revenue at December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Automotive Sector Current Dealer and dealers’ customer allowances and claims $ 8,122 $ 7,846 Deferred revenue 4,559 3,911 Employee benefit plans 1,528 1,994 Accrued interest 255 222 Other postretirement employee benefits 354 387 Pension 248 374 Other 2,926 3,178 Total Automotive other liabilities and deferred revenue 17,992 17,912 Non-current Pension 9,541 10,201 OPEB 5,347 5,988 Dealer and dealers’ customer allowances and claims 2,731 2,852 Deferred revenue 2,833 2,686 Employee benefit plans 1,041 1,149 Other 1,239 1,394 Total Automotive other liabilities and deferred revenue 22,732 24,270 Total Automotive sector 40,724 42,182 Financial Services Sector 1,822 1,850 Total Company $ 42,546 $ 44,032

Retirement Benefits (Tables)

Retirement Benefits (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Compensation and Retirement Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Assumptions Used [Table Text Block]	The assumptions used to determine expense and benefit obligation were as follows: Pension Benefits U.S. Plans Non-U.S. Plans U.S. OPEB 2015 2014 2015 2014 2015 2014 Weighted Average Assumptions at December 31 Discount rate 4.27 % 3.94 % 3.20 % 3.06 % 4.22 % 3.86 % Expected long-term rate of return on assets 6.75 6.75 5.56 6.11 — — Average rate of increase in compensation 3.80 3.80 3.40 3.40 3.80 3.80 Assumptions Used to Determine Net Benefit Cost for the Year Ended December 31 Discount rate 3.94 % 4.74 % 3.06 % 4.07 % 3.86 % 4.65 % Expected long-term rate of return on assets 6.75 6.89 6.11 6.63 — — Average rate of increase in compensation 3.80 3.80 3.40 3.41 3.80 3.80
Schedule of defined benefit plans expense [Table Text Block]	The pre-tax expense for our defined benefit pension and OPEB plans for the years ended December 31 was as follows (in millions): Pension Benefits U.S. Plans Non-U.S. Plans Worldwide OPEB 2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013 Service cost $ 586 $ 507 $ 581 $ 532 $ 468 $ 484 $ 60 $ 54 $ 64 Interest cost 1,817 1,992 1,914 936 1,189 1,137 236 269 256 Expected return on assets (2,928 ) (2,735 ) (2,924 ) (1,480 ) (1,534 ) (1,404 ) — — — Amortization of prior service costs/(credits) 155 155 174 47 55 66 (204 ) (229 ) (283 ) Net remeasurement (gain)/loss 1,964 641 (3,812 ) (974 ) 2,801 (736 ) (292 ) 681 (698 ) Separation programs/other 17 19 10 39 83 243 1 — — Settlements and curtailments — — — — 13 — — — (2 ) Net periodic benefit cost/(income) $ 1,611 $ 579 $ (4,057 ) $ (900 ) $ 3,075 $ (210 ) $ (199 ) $ 775 $ (663 )
Schedule Of Defined Benefit Plan Obligations [Table Text Block]	The year-end status of these plans was as follows (in millions): Pension Benefits U.S. Plans Non-U.S. Plans Worldwide OPEB 2015 2014 2015 2014 2015 2014 Change in Benefit Obligation Benefit obligation at January 1 $ 47,103 $ 43,182 $ 33,223 $ 30,851 $ 6,375 $ 5,889 Service cost 586 507 532 468 60 54 Interest cost 1,817 1,992 936 1,189 236 269 Amendments 99 — 4 11 1 — Separation programs and other (27 ) (50 ) 40 139 1 — Curtailments — — — — — — Settlements — — (29 ) (116 ) — — Plan participant contributions 26 26 24 25 23 23 Benefits paid (2,949 ) (3,028 ) (1,350 ) (1,423 ) (402 ) (406 ) Foreign exchange translation — — (2,995 ) (2,712 ) (301 ) (135 ) Actuarial (gain)/loss (1,719 ) 4,474 (746 ) 4,791 (292 ) 681 Benefit obligation at December 31 44,936 47,103 29,639 33,223 5,701 6,375 Change in Plan Assets Fair value of plan assets at January 1 44,844 41,217 25,675 23,843 — — Actual return on plan assets (755 ) 6,542 1,722 3,558 — — Company contributions 130 130 1,345 1,715 — — Plan participant contributions 26 26 24 25 — — Benefits paid (2,949 ) (3,028 ) (1,350 ) (1,423 ) — — Settlements — — (29 ) (116 ) — — Foreign exchange translation — — (2,238 ) (1,921 ) — — Other (44 ) (43 ) (8 ) (6 ) — — Fair value of plan assets at December 31 41,252 44,844 25,141 25,675 — — Funded status at December 31 $ (3,684 ) $ (2,259 ) $ (4,498 ) $ (7,548 ) $ (5,701 ) $ (6,375 ) Amounts Recognized on the Balance Sheet Prepaid assets $ — $ 76 $ 1,611 $ 696 $ — $ — Other liabilities (3,684 ) (2,335 ) (6,109 ) (8,244 ) (5,701 ) (6,375 ) Total $ (3,684 ) $ (2,259 ) $ (4,498 ) $ (7,548 ) $ (5,701 ) $ (6,375 ) Amounts Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (pre-tax) Unamortized prior service costs/(credits) $ 553 $ 609 $ 278 $ 347 $ (475 ) $ (710 ) Pension Plans in which Accumulated Benefit Obligation Exceeds Plan Assets at December 31 Accumulated benefit obligation $ 26,021 $ 27,388 $ 9,634 $ 11,018 Fair value of plan assets 22,967 25,153 4,636 4,109 Accumulated Benefit Obligation at December 31 $ 43,698 $ 45,685 $ 26,835 $ 30,098 Pension Plans in which Projected Benefit Obligation Exceeds Plan Assets at December 31 Projected benefit obligation $ 44,936 $ 27,488 $ 11,238 $ 12,874 Fair value of plan assets 41,252 25,153 5,129 4,630 Projected Benefit Obligation at December 31 $ 44,936 $ 47,103 $ 29,639 $ 33,223
Schedule of Expected Benefit Payments [Table Text Block]	The estimated future gross benefit payments were as follows (in millions): Gross Benefit Payments Pension U.S. Plans Non-U.S. Plans Worldwide OPEB 2016 $ 3,050 $ 1,340 $ 350 2017 3,000 1,180 350 2018 2,980 1,190 350 2019 2,950 1,220 340 2020 2,940 1,250 340 2021-2025 14,600 6,660 1,700
Schedule of Allocation of Plan Assets [Table Text Block]	The fair value of our defined benefit pension plan assets (including dividends and interest receivables of $363 million and $94 million for U.S. and non-U.S. plans, respectively) by asset category at December 31 was as follows (in millions): 2015 U.S. Plans Non-U.S. Plans Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Assets measured at NAV (a) Total Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Assets measured at NAV (a) Total Asset Category Equity U.S. companies $ 1,935 $ 4 $ — $ — $ 1,939 $ 1,647 $ 1 $ — $ 86 $ 1,734 International companies 1,082 10 1 7 1,100 1,290 292 1 29 1,612 Total equity 3,017 14 1 7 3,039 2,937 293 1 115 3,346 Fixed Income U.S. government 5,209 — — — 5,209 138 — — — 138 U.S. government-sponsored enterprises (b) — 3,106 — — 3,106 — 10 — — 10 Non-U.S. government — 1,588 — — 1,588 — 10,650 — — 10,650 Corporate bonds (c) Investment grade — 18,687 — — 18,687 — 2,027 — — 2,027 High yield — 1,576 9 — 1,585 — 539 — — 539 Other credit — 412 — — 412 — 65 — — 65 Mortgage/other asset-backed — 1,101 12 — 1,113 — 292 — — 292 Commingled funds — — — 174 174 — — — 379 379 Derivative financial instruments (d) 22 (231 ) — — (209 ) 1 (130 ) — — (129 ) Total fixed income 5,231 26,239 21 174 31,665 139 13,453 — 379 13,971 Alternatives Hedge funds (e) — 175 — 2,548 2,723 — 108 — 1,762 1,870 Private equity (f) — — — 2,745 2,745 — — — 633 633 Real estate (g) — 20 — 963 983 — 1 — 681 682 Total alternatives — 195 — 6,256 6,451 — 109 — 3,076 3,185 Cash and cash equivalents (h) 221 1,103 — — 1,324 — 556 — — 556 Other (i) — (1,227 ) — — (1,227 ) — (1,173 ) 5,256 — 4,083 Total assets at fair value $ 8,469 $ 26,324 $ 22 $ 6,437 $ 41,252 $ 3,076 $ 13,238 $ 5,257 $ 3,570 $ 25,141 _______ (a) Certain assets that are measured at fair value using the NAV per share (or its equivalent) practical expedient have not been classified in the fair value hierarchy. (b) Debt securities primarily issued by U.S. government-sponsored enterprises (“GSEs”). (c) “Investment grade” bonds are those rated Baa3/BBB- or higher by at least two rating agencies; “High yield” bonds are those rated below investment grade; “Other credit” refers to non-rated bonds. (d) Net derivative position. (e) For U.S. plans, funds investing in diverse hedge fund strategies with the following composition of underlying hedge fund investments at December 31, 2015 : global macro ( 34% ), event-driven ( 20% ), equity long/short ( 24% ), multi-strategy ( 19% ), and relative value ( 3% ). For non-U.S. plans, funds investing in diversified portfolio of underlying hedge funds. At December 31, 2015 , the composition of underlying hedge fund investments (within the United Kingdom and Canada pension plans) was: equity long/short ( 38% ), event-driven ( 26% ), global macro ( 17% ), multi‑strategy ( 12% ), and relative value ( 7% ). (f) For U.S. plans, diversified investments in private equity funds with the following strategies: buyout ( 59% ), venture capital ( 31% ), mezzanine/distressed ( 5% ), and other ( 5% ). Allocations are estimated based on latest available data for managers reflecting June 30, 2015 holdings. For non-U.S. plans, investments in private investment funds (funds of funds) pursuing strategies broadly classified as venture capital and buyouts. (g) For U.S. plans, investment in private property funds broadly classified as core ( 42% ), value-added and opportunistic ( 58% ). For non-U.S. plans, investment in private property funds broadly classified as core ( 41% ), value-added and opportunistic ( 59% ). Also includes investment in real assets. (h) Primarily short-term investment funds to provide liquidity to plan investment managers and cash held to pay benefits. (i) For U.S. plans, primarily cash related to net pending security (purchases)/sales and net pending foreign currency purchases/(sales). For non-U.S plans, primarily Ford-Werke, plan assets (insurance contract valued at $4.4 billion at year-end 2015 ) and cash related to net pending security (purchases)/sales and net pending foreign currency purchases/(sales). NOTE 12. RETIREMENT BENEFITS (Continued) The fair value of our defined benefit pension plan assets (including dividends and interest receivables of $360 million and $112 million for U.S. and non-U.S. plans, respectively) by asset category at December 31 was as follows (in millions): 2014 U.S. Plans Non-U.S.Plans Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Assets measured at NAV (a) Total Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Assets measured at NAV (a) Total Asset Category Equity U.S. companies $ 2,678 $ 2 $ — $ — $ 2,680 $ 2,119 $ — $ — $ 149 $ 2,268 International companies 1,510 21 — 7 1,538 1,910 171 — 25 2,106 Total equity 4,188 23 — 7 4,218 4,029 171 — 174 4,374 Fixed Income U.S. government 4,506 — — — 4,506 92 — — — 92 U.S. government-sponsored enterprises (b) — 4,047 — — 4,047 — 24 — — 24 Non-U.S. government — 1,842 — — 1,842 — 10,727 — — 10,727 Corporate bonds (c) Investment grade — 18,052 — — 18,052 — 1,741 — — 1,741 High yield — 3,258 — — 3,258 — 472 — — 472 Other credit — 181 14 — 195 — 81 — — 81 Mortgage/other asset-backed — 1,290 34 — 1,324 — 230 — — 230 Commingled funds — — — 200 200 — 127 — 489 616 Derivative financial instruments (d) 13 (206 ) — — (193 ) — (4 ) — — (4 ) Total fixed income 4,519 28,464 48 200 33,231 92 13,398 — 489 13,979 Alternatives Hedge funds (e) — 84 — 2,475 2,559 — 88 — 1,749 1,837 Private equity (f) 1 1 — 2,782 2,784 — — — 538 538 Real estate (g) — 2 — 821 823 — 1 — 678 679 Total alternatives 1 87 — 6,078 6,166 — 89 — 2,965 3,054 Cash and cash equivalents (h) — 1,374 — — 1,374 — 656 — — 656 Other (i) — (145 ) — — (145 ) — (1,113 ) 4,725 — 3,612 Total assets at fair value $ 8,708 $ 29,803 $ 48 $ 6,285 $ 44,844 $ 4,121 $ 13,201 $ 4,725 $ 3,628 $ 25,675 _______ (a) Certain assets that are measured at fair value using the NAV per share (or its equivalent) practical expedient have not been classified in the fair value hierarchy. (b) Debt securities primarily issued by GSEs. (c) “Investment grade” bonds are those rated Baa3/BBB- or higher by at least two rating agencies; “High yield” bonds are those rated below investment grade; “Other credit” refers to non-rated bonds. (d) Net derivative position. (e) For U.S. plans, funds investing in diverse hedge fund strategies with the following composition of underlying hedge fund investments at December 31, 2014 : global macro ( 28% ), event-driven ( 26% ), equity long/short ( 26% ), multi-strategy ( 14% ), and relative value ( 7% ). For non-U.S. plans, funds investing in diversified portfolio of underlying hedge funds. At December 31, 2014 , the composition of underlying hedge fund investments (within the United Kingdom and Canada pension plans) was: equity long/short ( 39% ), event-driven ( 33% ), global macro ( 13% ), multi-strategy ( 10% ), and relative value ( 5% ). (f) For U.S. plans, diversified investments in private equity funds with the following strategies: buyout ( 62% ), venture capital ( 27% ), mezzanine/distressed ( 6% ), and other ( 5% ). Allocations are estimated based on latest available data for managers reflecting June 30, 2014 holdings. For non-U.S. plans, investments in private investment funds (funds of funds) pursuing strategies broadly classified as venture capital and buyouts. (g) For U.S. plans, investment in private property funds broadly classified as core ( 42% ), value-added and opportunistic ( 58% ). For non-U.S. plans, investment in private property funds broadly classified as core ( 39% ), value-added and opportunistic ( 61% ). Also includes investment in real assets. (h) Primarily short-term investment funds to provide liquidity to plan investment managers and cash held to pay benefits. (i) For U.S. plans, primarily cash related to net pending security (purchases)/sales and net pending foreign currency purchases/(sales). For non-U.S plans, primarily Ford-Werke, plan assets (insurance contract valued at $3.8 billion at year-end 2014 ) and cash related to net pending security (purchases)/sales and net pending foreign currency purchases/(sales).
Schedule of Changes in Fair Value of Plan Assets [Table Text Block]	The following table summarizes the changes in Level 3 defined benefit pension plan assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis for the year ended December 31 (in millions): 2015 Return on plan assets U.S. Plans: Fair Value at January 1 Attributable to Assets Held at December 31 Attributable to Assets Sold Net Purchases/ (Settlements) Transfers Into/ (Out of) Level 3 Fair Value at December 31 Asset Category Equity International companies $ — $ — $ — $ — $ 1 $ 1 Total equity — — — — 1 1 Fixed Income Corporate bonds High yield 14 (5 ) — — — 9 Mortgage/other asset-backed 34 (4 ) — (4 ) (14 ) 12 Total fixed income 48 (9 ) — (4 ) (14 ) 21 Total Level 3 fair value $ 48 $ (9 ) $ — $ (4 ) $ (13 ) $ 22 Non-U.S. Plans: Asset Category Equity International companies $ — $ — $ — $ — $ 1 $ 1 Total equity — — — — 1 1 Other (a) 4,725 531 — — — 5,256 Total Level 3 fair value $ 4,725 $ 531 $ — $ — $ 1 $ 5,257 _______ (a) Primarily Ford-Werke plan assets (insurance contract valued at $4.4 billion at year-end 2015 ). Return on plan assets attributable to assets held at December 31, 2015 reflects a change in valuation technique (totaling $725 million ) noted in the alternative assets section of the pension plan asset information. NOTE 12. RETIREMENT BENEFITS (Continued) The following table summarizes the changes in Level 3 defined benefit pension plan assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis for the year ended December 31 (in millions): 2014 Return on plan assets U.S. Plans: Fair Value at January 1 Attributable to Assets Held at December 31 Attributable to Assets Sold Net Purchases/ (Settlements) Transfers Into/ (Out of) Level 3 Fair Value at December 31 Asset Category Equity U.S. companies $ 3 $ — $ (3 ) $ — $ — $ — International companies 1 — (1 ) — — — Total equity 4 — (4 ) — — — Fixed Income Corporate bonds Other credit — — — — 14 14 Mortgage/other asset-backed 33 — — 34 (33 ) 34 Total fixed income 33 — — 34 (19 ) 48 Other 1 — — (1 ) — — Total Level 3 fair value $ 38 $ — $ (4 ) $ 33 $ (19 ) $ 48 Non-U.S. Plans: Asset Category Equity International companies $ 2 $ — $ (1 ) $ (1 ) $ — $ — Total equity 2 — (1 ) (1 ) — — Fixed Income Non-U.S. government 67 (2 ) — (12 ) (53 ) — Corporate bonds Investment grade 55 3 — (17 ) (41 ) — High yield 21 — — (15 ) (6 ) — Other credit 13 — — (7 ) (6 ) — Mortgage/other asset-backed 14 — — (4 ) (10 ) — Total fixed income 170 1 — (55 ) (116 ) — Other (a) 5,198 — (282 ) (191 ) — 4,725 Total Level 3 fair value $ 5,370 $ 1 $ (283 ) $ (247 ) $ (116 ) $ 4,725 _______ (a) Primarily Ford-Werke plan assets (insurance contract valued at $3.8 billion at year-end 2014 ).

Debt And Commitments (Tables)

Debt And Commitments (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Schedule of debt outstanding [Table Text Block]	The carrying value of Automotive sector and Financial Services sector debt at December 31 was as follows (in millions): Interest Rates Average Contractual (a) Average Effective (b) Automotive Sector 2015 2014 2015 2014 2015 2014 Debt payable within one year Short-term $ 818 $ 373 7.3 % 1.9 % 7.3 % 1.9 % Long-term payable within one year U.S. Department of Energy (“DOE”) Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing (“ATVM”) Incentive Program 591 591 European Investment Bank (“EIB”) loans — 1,187 Other debt 370 350 Total debt payable within one year 1,779 2,501 Long-term debt payable after one year Public unsecured debt securities 6,594 6,634 DOE ATVM Incentive Program 3,242 3,833 Other debt 1,696 1,000 Adjustments Unamortized (discount)/premium (412 ) (144 ) Unamortized issuance costs (c) (60 ) — Total long-term debt payable after one year 11,060 11,323 5.3 % 4.6 % 6.0 % 4.6 % Total Automotive sector $ 12,839 $ 13,824 Fair value of Automotive sector debt (d) $ 14,199 $ 15,553 Financial Services Sector Short-term debt Unsecured debt $ 10,268 $ 9,761 Asset-backed debt 1,855 1,377 Total short-term debt 12,123 11,138 1.6 % 1.9 % 1.6 % 1.9 % Long-term debt Unsecured debt Notes payable within one year 10,241 8,795 Notes payable after one year 49,193 43,087 Asset-backed debt Notes payable within one year 18,855 16,738 Notes payable after one year 29,390 25,216 Adjustments Unamortized (discount)/premium (29 ) (55 ) Unamortized issuance costs (c) (216 ) — Fair value adjustments (e) 458 428 Total long-term debt 107,892 94,209 2.3 % 2.8 % 2.4 % 2.9 % Total Financial Services sector $ 120,015 $ 105,347 Fair value of Financial Services sector debt (d) $ 121,170 $ 107,758 __________ (a) Average contractual rates reflect the stated contractual interest rate. (b) Average effective rates reflect the average contractual interest rate plus amortization of discounts, premiums, and issuance costs. (c) The new accounting standard regarding the presentation of debt issuance costs was adopted in the current period and applied prospectively. (d) The fair value of debt includes $560 million and $131 million of Automotive sector short-term debt and $10.3 billion and $9.8 billion of Financial Services sector short-term debt at December 31, 2015 and 2014 , respectively, carried at cost which approximates fair value. All debt is categorized within Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy. (e) Adjustments related to designated fair value hedges of unsecured debt.
Schedule of Maturities of Long-term Debt [Table Text Block]	Debt maturities at December 31, 2015 were as follows (in millions): 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 Thereafter Adjustments Total Debt Maturities Automotive Sector Public unsecured debt securities $ — $ — $ 361 $ — $ — $ 6,233 $ (200 ) $ 6,394 DOE ATVM Incentive Program 591 591 591 591 591 878 — 3,833 Short-term and other debt (a) 1,188 538 215 218 272 453 (272 ) 2,612 Total 1,779 1,129 1,167 809 863 7,564 (472 ) 12,839 Financial Services Sector Unsecured debt 20,509 12,501 11,288 6,151 6,931 12,322 274 69,976 Asset-backed debt 20,710 17,109 4,640 3,576 3,765 300 (61 ) 50,039 Total 41,219 29,610 15,928 9,727 10,696 12,622 213 120,015 __________ (a) Primarily non-U.S. affiliate debt.
Assets And Liabilities Related To Secured Debt Arrangements Disclosure Text Block	The assets and liabilities related to our asset-backed debt arrangements included on our financial statements at December 31 were as follows (in billions): 2015 2014 Assets Cash and cash equivalents $ 4.3 $ 2.4 Finance receivables, net 53.6 46.1 Net investment in operating leases 13.3 9.6 Liabilities Debt (a) 50.0 43.3 __________ (a) Debt is net of unamortized discount and issuance costs.
Public Unsecured Debt Securities [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Schedule of debt outstanding [Table Text Block]	Our public, unsecured debt securities outstanding at December 31 were as follows (in millions): Aggregate Principal Amount Outstanding Title of Security 2015 2014 4 7/8% Debentures due March 26, 2015 $ — $ 161 6 1/2% Debentures due August 1, 2018 361 361 8 7/8% Debentures due January 15, 2022 86 86 7 1/8% Debentures due November 15, 2025 209 209 7 1/2% Debentures due August 1, 2026 193 193 6 5/8% Debentures due February 15, 2028 104 104 6 5/8% Debentures due October 1, 2028 (a) 638 638 6 3/8% Debentures due February 1, 2029 (a) 260 260 7.45% GLOBLS due July 16, 2031 (a) 1,794 1,794 8.900% Debentures due January 15, 2032 151 151 9.95% Debentures due February 15, 2032 4 4 5.75% Debentures due April 2, 2035 (b) — 40 7.75% Debentures due June 15, 2043 73 73 7.40% Debentures due November 1, 2046 398 398 9.980% Debentures due February 15, 2047 181 181 7.70% Debentures due May 15, 2097 142 142 4.75% Notes due January 15, 2043 2,000 2,000 Total public unsecured debt securities (c) $ 6,594 $ 6,795 __________ (a) Listed on the Luxembourg Exchange and on the Singapore Exchange. (b) Unregistered industrial revenue bond. (c) Excludes 9.215% Debentures due September 15, 2021 with an outstanding balance at December 31, 2015 of $180 million . The proceeds from these securities were on-lent by Ford to Ford Holdings to fund Financial Services activity and are reported as Financial Services debt .

Derivative Financial Instrume49

Derivative Financial Instruments and Hedging Activities (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
Income Effect of Derivative Instruments [Table Text Block]	The gains/(losses), by hedge designation, recorded in income for the years ended December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 2013 Automotive Sector Cash flow hedges (a) Reclassified from AOCI to net income $ (239 ) $ 78 $ (80 ) Ineffectiveness — — (3 ) Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments Foreign currency exchange contracts 359 193 (26 ) Commodity contracts (64 ) (47 ) (84 ) Total $ 56 $ 224 $ (193 ) Financial Services Sector Fair value hedges Interest rate contracts Net interest settlements and accruals excluded from the assessment of hedge effectiveness $ 370 $ 304 $ 254 Ineffectiveness (b) 3 20 (44 ) Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments Interest rate contracts (58 ) (41 ) (33 ) Foreign currency exchange contracts 66 68 21 Cross-currency interest rate swap contracts 100 161 (88 ) Total $ 481 $ 512 $ 110 __________ (a) For 2015 , 2014 , and 2013 , a $123 million gain , a $271 million loss , and a $317 million gain , respectively, were recorded in Other comprehensive income . (b) For 2015 , 2014 , and 2013 , hedge ineffectiveness reflects the net change in fair value on derivatives of $72 million gain , $407 million gain , and $658 million loss respectively, and change in value on hedged debt attributable to the change in benchmark interest rates of $69 million loss , $387 million loss , and $614 million gain , respectively.
Balance Sheet Effect of Derivative Instruments [Table Text Block]	The fair value of our derivative instruments and the associated notional amounts, presented gross, at December 31 were as follows(in millions): 2015 2014 Notional Fair Value of Assets Fair Value of Liabilities Notional Fair Value of Assets Fair Value of Liabilities Automotive Sector Cash flow hedges Foreign currency exchange and commodity contracts $ 12,593 $ 522 $ 366 $ 15,434 $ 359 $ 517 Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments Foreign currency exchange contracts 19,395 404 238 12,198 157 129 Commodity contracts 643 2 26 693 1 67 Total derivative financial instruments, gross $ 32,631 928 630 $ 28,325 517 713 Counterparty netting and collateral (a) (567 ) (567 ) (463 ) (463 ) Total derivative financial instruments, net $ 361 $ 63 $ 54 $ 250 Financial Services Sector Fair value hedges Interest rate contracts $ 28,964 $ 670 $ 16 $ 23,203 $ 602 $ 38 Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments Interest rate contracts 62,638 159 112 56,558 168 89 Foreign currency exchange contracts 1,713 22 4 1,527 18 1 Cross-currency interest rate swap contracts 3,137 73 111 2,425 71 39 Total derivative financial instruments, gross $ 96,452 924 243 $ 83,713 859 167 Counterparty netting and collateral (a) (166 ) (166 ) (136 ) (136 ) Total derivative financial instruments, net $ 758 $ 77 $ 723 $ 31 __________ (a) At December 31, 2015 and 2014 , we did not receive or pledge any cash collateral.

Accumulated Other Comprehensi50

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income/(Loss) (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]
Schedule of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]	The changes in the balances for each component of accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss) attributable to Ford Motor Company for the years ended December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 2013 Foreign currency translation Beginning balance $ (2,438 ) $ (2,402 ) $ (1,881 ) Gains/(Losses) on foreign currency translation (1,146 ) (136 ) (685 ) Less: Tax/(Tax benefit) — 53 (53 ) Net gains/(losses) on foreign currency translation (1,146 ) (189 ) (632 ) (Gains)/Losses reclassified from AOCI to net income (a) 14 153 111 Other comprehensive income/(loss), net of tax (1,132 ) (36 ) (521 ) Ending balance $ (3,570 ) $ (2,438 ) $ (2,402 ) Marketable securities Beginning balance $ — $ — $ — Gains/(Losses) on available for sale securities (b) (10 ) — — Less: Tax/(Tax benefit) (4 ) — — Net gains/(losses) on available for sale securities (6 ) — — (Gains)/Losses reclassified from AOCI to net income — — — Less: Tax/(Tax benefit) — — — Net (gains)/losses reclassified from AOCI to net income — — — Other comprehensive income/(loss), net of tax (6 ) — — Ending balance $ (6 ) $ — $ — Derivative instruments (c) Beginning balance $ (163 ) $ 19 $ (196 ) Gains/(Losses) on derivative instruments 123 (271 ) 317 Less: Tax/(Tax benefit) 50 (96 ) 141 Net gains/(losses) on derivative instruments 73 (175 ) 176 (Gains)/Losses reclassified from AOCI to net income 239 (78 ) 80 Less: Tax/(Tax benefit) 85 (71 ) 41 Net (gains)/losses reclassified from AOCI to net income (d) 154 (7 ) 39 Other comprehensive income/(loss), net of tax 227 (182 ) 215 Ending balance $ 64 $ (163 ) $ 19 Pension and other postretirement benefits Beginning balance $ (2,664 ) $ (2,641 ) $ (2,594 ) Prior service (costs)/credits arising during the period (104 ) (11 ) 2 Less: Tax/(Tax benefit) (41 ) (2 ) — Net prior service (costs)/credits arising during the period (63 ) (9 ) 2 Amortization and recognition of prior service costs/(credits) (e) (1 ) (19 ) (43 ) Recognition of (gains)/losses due to curtailments (e) — — (2 ) Less: Tax/(Tax benefit) 6 (7 ) (21 ) Net prior service costs/(credits) reclassified from AOCI to net income (7 ) (12 ) (24 ) Translation impact on non-U.S. plans (11 ) (2 ) (25 ) Other comprehensive income/(loss), net of tax (81 ) (23 ) (47 ) Ending balance $ (2,745 ) $ (2,664 ) $ (2,641 ) Total AOCI ending balance at December 31 $ (6,257 ) $ (5,265 ) $ (5,024 ) __________ (a) The accumulated translation adjustments related to an investment in a foreign subsidiary are reclassified to Automotive interest income and other income/(loss), net, Financial Services other income/(loss), net, or Equity in net income of affiliated companies. (b) Includes a $2 million gain on available for sale securities held by an unconsolidated subsidiary of Ford Motor Company. (c) We expect to reclassify existing net gains of $132 million from Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss) to Automotive cost of sales during the next twelve months as the underlying exposures are realized. (d) Gains/(Losses) on cash flow hedges are reclassified from Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss) to income when the hedged item affects earnings and is recognized in Automotive cost of sales. See Note 16 for additional information. (e) This Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss) component is included in the computation of net periodic pension cost. See Note 12 for additional information.

Other Income (Loss) (Tables)

Other Income (Loss) (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Automotive [Member]
Other Income (Loss) and Debt Reduction Actions [Line Items]
Schedule of other income/(loss) [Table Text Block]	The amounts included in Automotive interest income and other income/(loss), net for the years ended December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 2013 Investment-related interest income $ 233 $ 193 $ 163 Interest income/(expense) on income taxes — 109 — Realized and unrealized gains/(losses) on cash equivalents and marketable securities 46 (9 ) 190 Gains/(Losses) on changes in investments in affiliates 42 (798 ) (113 ) Gains/(Losses) on extinguishment of debt 1 (132 ) (18 ) Royalty income 666 559 577 Other 200 154 175 Total $ 1,188 $ 76 $ 974
Financial Services [Member]
Other Income (Loss) and Debt Reduction Actions [Line Items]
Schedule of other income/(loss) [Table Text Block]	The amounts included in Financial Services other income/(loss), net for the years ended December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 2013 Investment-related interest income $ 76 $ 51 $ 50 Interest income/(expense) on income taxes 3 (13 ) — Insurance premiums earned 133 125 119 Other 160 185 179 Total $ 372 $ 348 $ 348

Share-Based Compensation (Table

Share-Based Compensation (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Schedule of Share-based Payment Award, Stock Options, Valuation Assumptions [Table Text Block]	Inputs and assumptions used to calculate the fair value at grant date were as follows: 2015 Fair value per stock award $ 16.98 Grant date stock price 16.03 Assumptions: Ford’s stock price expected volatility (a) 23.3 % Expected average volatility of peer companies (a) 24.1 % Risk-free interest rate 1.09 % Dividend yield 3.74 % __________ (a) Expected volatility based on three years of daily closing share price changes ending on the grant date.
Restricted Stock Units Activity [Table Text Block]	During 2015 , activity for RSUs was as follows (in millions, except for weighted average fair value): Shares Weighted- Average Fair Value Outstanding, beginning of year 23.4 $ 14.01 Granted 13.8 15.86 Vested (9.2 ) 13.63 Forfeited (0.6 ) 15.26 Outstanding, end of year 27.4 15.04 RSUs expected to vest 26.9 N/A
Fair And Intrinsic Value Of Restricted Stock Units [Table Text Block]	Additional information about RSUs for the years ended December 31 was as follows (in millions, except for weighted average fair value): 2015 2014 2013 Fair value of vested shares $ 126 $ 102 $ 101 Weighted average fair value (per unit) 15.86 15.40 12.77 Compensation cost (a) 125 95 81 __________ (a) Net of tax benefit of $65 million , $49 million , and $48 million in 2015 , 2014 , and 2013 , respectively.

Employee Separation Actions a53

Employee Separation Actions and Exit and Disposal Activities (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Facility Closing [Member] | Automotive [Member] | Europe and Australia [Member]
Employee Separation Actions and Exit and Disposal Activities [Line Items]
Schedule of Restructuring Reserve by Type of Cost [Table Text Block]	The separation-related activity for the years ended December 31 was as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Beginning balance $ 841 $ 497 Changes in accruals 31 630 Payments (617 ) (189 ) Foreign currency translation (41 ) (97 ) Ending balance $ 214 $ 841

Income Taxes (Tables)

Income Taxes (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Components of income tax [Table Text Block]	Components of income taxes excluding cumulative effects of changes in accounting principles, other comprehensive income, and equity in net results of affiliated companies accounted for after-tax, for the years ended December 31 were as follows: 2015 2014 2013 Income before income taxes (in millions) U.S. $ 5,374 $ 3,852 $ 12,318 Non-U.S. 4,878 (2,618 ) 2,053 Total $ 10,252 $ 1,234 $ 14,371 Provision for/(Benefit from) income taxes (in millions) Current Federal $ 75 $ (2 ) $ (19 ) Non-U.S. 572 389 453 State and local 17 (22 ) (40 ) Total current 664 365 394 Deferred Federal 1,494 (735 ) 1,821 Non-U.S. 472 160 603 State and local 251 214 (393 ) Total deferred 2,217 (361 ) 2,031 Total $ 2,881 $ 4 $ 2,425 Reconciliation of effective tax rate U.S. statutory rate 35.0 % 35.0 % 35.0 % Non-U.S. tax rates under U.S. rates (2.7 ) (5.2 ) (1.3 ) State and local income taxes 1.7 8.3 1.2 General business credits (3.0 ) (27.1 ) (2.4 ) Dispositions and restructurings 0.4 13.0 (10.7 ) U.S. tax on non-U.S. earnings (3.0 ) (23.7 ) (3.4 ) Prior year settlements and claims (0.4 ) (9.1 ) (0.1 ) Tax-exempt income (2.0 ) (24.1 ) (2.4 ) Enacted change in tax rates 0.1 3.9 1.2 Valuation allowances 3.6 32.3 (0.3 ) Other (1.6 ) (3.0 ) 0.1 Effective rate 28.1 % 0.3 % 16.9 %
Components of deferred tax assets and liabilities [Table Text Block]	The components of deferred tax assets and liabilities at December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Deferred tax assets Employee benefit plans $ 6,620 $ 6,341 Net operating loss carryforwards 2,327 2,624 Tax credit carryforwards 6,456 6,745 Research expenditures 1,279 1,754 Dealer and dealers’ customer allowances and claims 2,394 2,510 Other foreign deferred tax assets 442 252 All other 2,206 1,961 Total gross deferred tax assets 21,724 22,187 Less: valuation allowances (1,831 ) (1,604 ) Total net deferred tax assets 19,893 20,583 Deferred tax liabilities Leasing transactions 3,329 2,050 Deferred income 1,215 1,624 Depreciation and amortization (excluding leasing transactions) 2,484 1,967 Finance receivables 688 647 Other foreign deferred tax liabilities 407 352 All other 763 489 Total deferred tax liabilities 8,886 7,129 Net deferred tax assets/(liabilities) $ 11,007 $ 13,454
Summary of Income Tax Contingencies [Table Text Block]	A reconciliation of the beginning and ending amount of unrecognized tax benefits for the years ended December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Beginning balance $ 1,286 $ 1,564 Increase – tax positions in prior periods 330 38 Increase – tax positions in current period 91 250 Decrease – tax positions in prior periods (24 ) (172 ) Settlements (65 ) (372 ) Lapse of statute of limitations (7 ) (6 ) Foreign currency translation adjustment (10 ) (16 ) Ending balance $ 1,601 $ 1,286

Changes in Investments in Aff55

Changes in Investments in Affiliates (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Automotive [Member] | Ford Sollers Netherlands B.V. [Member]
Changes in Investments in Affiliates [Line Items]
Schedule of Recognized Identified Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed [Table Text Block]	The following acquired assets and liabilities were measured at fair value and recorded on our balance sheet (in millions): March 31, Assets Cash and cash equivalents $ 40 Other receivables, net 113 Inventories 258 Net property 541 Other assets 25 Total assets of Ford Sollers (a) $ 977 Liabilities Payables $ 514 Debt 370 Total liabilities of Ford Sollers (a) $ 884 __________ (a) At March 31, 2015, intercompany assets of $10 million and intercompany liabilities of $394 million have been eliminated in both the consolidated and sector balance sheet.

Capital Stock and Earnings Pe56

Capital Stock and Earnings Per Share (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract]
Schedule of Calculation of Numerator and Denominator in Earnings Per Share [Table Text Block]	Basic and diluted income per share were calculated using the following (in millions): 2015 2014 2013 Basic and Diluted Income Attributable to Ford Motor Company Basic income $ 7,373 $ 1,231 $ 11,953 Effect of dilutive 2016 Convertible Notes (a) (b) (c) — — 45 Effect of dilutive 2036 Convertible Notes (a) (d) — — 1 Diluted income $ 7,373 $ 1,231 $ 11,999 Basic and Diluted Shares Basic shares (average shares outstanding) 3,969 3,912 3,935 Net dilutive options and warrants 33 46 51 Dilutive 2016 Convertible Notes (b) (c) — — 98 Dilutive 2036 Convertible Notes (d) — — 3 Diluted shares 4,002 3,958 4,087 __________ (a) As applicable, includes interest expense, amortization of discount, amortization of fees, and other changes in income or loss that would result from the assumed conversion. (b) In October 2014, we elected to terminate the conversion rights of holders under the 2016 Convertible Notes in accordance with their terms effective as of the close of business on November 20, 2014. On November 21, 2014, we redeemed for cash the remaining outstanding 2016 Convertible Notes. (c) Not included in the calculation of diluted earnings per share due to their antidilutive effect are 87 million shares for 2014 and the related income effect for the 2016 Convertible Notes. (d) In December 2013, we elected to terminate the conversion rights of holders under the 2036 Convertible Notes in accordance with their terms effective January 22, 2014.

Segment Information (Tables)

Segment Information (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Schedule of Sector and Segment Revenue, Eliminations, Assets, and Other Disclosures [Table Text Block]	Key operating data for our business segments for the years ended or at December 31 were as follows (in millions): Automotive Sector Operating Segments Reconciling Items North America South America Europe Middle East & Africa Asia Pacific Other Automotive Special Items Total 2015 Revenues $ 91,870 $ 5,766 $ 28,170 $ 4,005 $ 10,755 $ — $ — $ 140,566 Income/(Loss) before income taxes 9,345 (832 ) 259 31 765 (796 ) (548 ) 8,224 Other disclosures: Depreciation and tooling amortization 2,501 252 1,042 162 375 — — 4,332 Interest expense — — — — — 773 — 773 Investment-related interest income 36 — 6 — — 191 — 233 Interest income/(expense) on income taxes — — — — — — — — Cash outflow for capital spending 4,582 280 1,415 156 714 — — 7,147 Equity in net income/(loss) of affiliated companies 95 — 136 — 1,555 — — 1,786 Total assets 63,241 4,544 14,381 1,088 8,705 — — 91,959 2014 Revenues $ 82,376 $ 8,799 $ 29,457 $ 4,406 $ 10,744 $ — $ — $ 135,782 Income/(Loss) before income taxes 7,443 (1,164 ) (598 ) (20 ) 593 (755 ) (6,059 ) (560 ) Other disclosures: Depreciation and tooling amortization 2,279 309 1,179 141 344 — — 4,252 Interest expense — — — — — 797 — 797 Investment-related interest income 46 — 5 — 2 140 — 193 Interest income/(expense) on income taxes — — — — — 109 — 109 Cash outflow for capital spending 4,270 497 1,619 135 839 — — 7,360 Equity in net income/(loss) of affiliated companies 147 — 107 — 1,321 — (329 ) 1,246 Total assets 61,370 5,142 14,215 1,155 8,285 — — 90,167 2013 Revenues $ 86,494 $ 10,847 $ 27,255 $ 4,533 $ 10,240 $ — $ — $ 139,369 Income/(Loss) before income taxes 9,877 (35 ) (1,025 ) (69 ) 331 (656 ) 4,276 12,699 Other disclosures: Depreciation and tooling amortization 2,064 272 1,269 125 334 — — 4,064 Interest expense — — — — — 829 — 829 Investment-related interest income 99 — 6 1 4 53 — 163 Cash outflow for capital spending 3,694 756 1,249 154 713 — — 6,566 Equity in net income/(loss) of affiliated companies 127 — 125 — 794 — — 1,046 Total assets 59,095 7,056 15,244 1,038 8,071 — — 90,504 NOTE 24. SEGMENT INFORMATION (Continued) Financial Services Sector Total Company Operating Segment Reconciling Items Ford Credit Other Elims Total Elims (a) Total 2015 Revenues $ 9,280 $ — $ (288 ) $ 8,992 $ — $ 149,558 Income/(Loss) before income taxes 2,086 (57 ) (1 ) 2,028 — 10,252 Other disclosures: Depreciation and tooling amortization 3,661 — — 3,661 — 7,993 Interest expense 2,416 57 (19 ) 2,454 — 3,227 Investment-related interest income (b) 76 — — 76 — 309 Interest income/(expense) on income taxes 3 — — 3 — 3 Cash outflow for capital spending 49 — — 49 — 7,196 Equity in net income/(loss) of affiliated companies 32 — — 32 — 1,818 Total assets 137,448 — (422 ) 137,026 (4,060 ) 224,925 2014 Revenues $ 8,606 $ 135 $ (446 ) $ 8,295 $ — $ 144,077 Income/(Loss) before income taxes 1,854 (60 ) — 1,794 — 1,234 Other disclosures: Depreciation and tooling amortization 3,112 21 — 3,133 — 7,385 Interest expense 2,656 66 (23 ) 2,699 — 3,496 Investment-related interest income (b) 51 — — 51 — 244 Interest income/(expense) on income taxes (13 ) — — (13 ) — 96 Cash outflow for capital spending 18 85 — 103 — 7,463 Equity in net income/(loss) of affiliated companies 29 — — 29 — 1,275 Total assets 122,108 363 (1,083 ) 121,388 (2,940 ) 208,615 2013 Revenues $ 7,805 $ 192 $ (449 ) $ 7,548 $ — $ 146,917 Income/(Loss) before income taxes 1,756 (84 ) — 1,672 — 14,371 Other disclosures: Depreciation and tooling amortization 2,422 18 — 2,440 — 6,504 Interest expense 2,730 148 (18 ) 2,860 — 3,689 Investment-related interest income (b) 50 — — 50 — 213 Cash outflow for capital spending 16 15 — 31 — 6,597 Equity in net income/(loss) of affiliated companies 23 — — 23 — 1,069 Total assets 115,608 491 (1,042 ) 115,057 (3,357 ) 202,204 __________ (a) Includes intersector transactions occurring in the ordinary course of business and deferred tax netting. (b) Interest income reflected on this line for Financial Services sector is non-financing related. Interest income in the normal course of business for Financial Services sector is reported in Financial Services revenues.

Geographic Information (Tables)

Geographic Information (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION [Abstract]
Schedule of Disclosure on Geographic Areas, Long-Lived Assets in Individual Foreign Countries by Country [Table Text Block]	Total Company revenues and long-lived assets, split geographically by our country of domicile, the United States, and other countries where our major subsidiaries are domiciled, for the years ended December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 2013 Revenues Long-Lived Assets (a) Revenues Long-Lived Assets (a) Revenues Long-Lived Assets (a) United States $ 93,142 $ 39,853 $ 82,665 $ 34,645 $ 85,459 $ 29,055 United Kingdom 11,451 1,490 11,742 1,491 10,038 1,503 Canada 8,978 3,814 9,409 4,008 9,729 3,458 Germany 6,950 2,203 7,487 2,510 8,600 2,635 All Other 29,037 9,896 32,774 10,689 33,091 10,949 Total Company $ 149,558 $ 57,256 $ 144,077 $ 53,343 $ 146,917 $ 47,600 __________ (a) Includes Net property and Net investment in operating leases from our consolidated balance sheet.

Selected Quarterly Financial 59

Selected Quarterly Financial Data (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Selected Quarterly Financial Data [Line Items]
Schedule of Quarterly Financial Information [Table Text Block]	Selected financial data by calendar quarter were as follows (in millions, except per share amounts): 2015 2014 Automotive Sector First Quarter Second Quarter Third Quarter Fourth Quarter First Quarter Second Quarter Third Quarter Fourth Quarter Revenues $ 31,800 $ 35,105 $ 35,818 $ 37,843 $ 33,876 $ 35,365 $ 32,779 $ 33,762 Income/(Loss) before income taxes 1,310 2,795 2,765 1,354 1,122 1,927 762 (4,371 ) Financial Services Sector Revenues $ 2,100 $ 2,158 $ 2,326 $ 2,408 $ 2,000 $ 2,046 $ 2,141 $ 2,108 Income/(Loss) before income taxes 469 491 526 542 462 429 495 408 Total Company Income/(Loss) before income taxes $ 1,779 $ 3,286 $ 3,291 $ 1,896 $ 1,584 $ 2,356 $ 1,257 $ (3,963 ) Amounts Attributable to Ford Motor Company Common and Class B Shareholders Net income/(loss) $ 1,153 $ 2,160 $ 2,192 $ 1,868 $ 1,232 $ 1,497 $ 1,019 $ (2,517 ) Common and Class B per share from income from continuing operations Basic $ 0.29 $ 0.54 $ 0.55 $ 0.47 $ 0.31 $ 0.38 $ 0.26 $ (0.65 ) Diluted 0.29 0.54 0.55 0.47 0.30 0.37 0.26 (0.65 )
Adjustments for Change in accounting principle [Member] | Scenario, Previously Reported [Member]
Selected Quarterly Financial Data [Line Items]
Schedule of Quarterly Financial Information [Table Text Block]	Previously reported numbers were as follows (in millions, except per share amounts): 2015 2014 First Quarter Second Quarter Third Quarter First Quarter Second Quarter Third Quarter Fourth Quarter Total Company Income/(Loss) before income taxes $ 1,405 $ 2,868 $ 2,859 $ 1,259 $ 2,118 $ 1,021 $ (56 ) Amounts Attributable to Ford Motor Company Common and Class B Shareholders Net income/(loss) $ 924 $ 1,885 $ 1,909 $ 989 $ 1,311 $ 835 $ 52 Common and Class B per share from income from continuing operations Basic $ 0.23 $ 0.47 $ 0.48 $ 0.25 $ 0.33 $ 0.22 $ 0.01 Diluted 0.23 0.47 0.48 0.24 0.32 0.21 0.01

Commitments and Contingencies60

Commitments and Contingencies (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Guarantee obligations [Table Text Block]	The maximum potential payments and the carrying value of recorded liabilities related to guarantees and limited indemnities at December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Maximum potential payments $ 284 $ 592 Carrying value of recorded liabilities related to guarantees and limited indemnities 23 17
Warranty [Table Text Block]	The estimate of our future warranty and field service action costs, net of supplier recoveries, for the years ended December 31 were as follows (in millions): 2015 2014 Beginning balance $ 4,786 $ 3,927 Payments made during the period (2,849 ) (2,850 ) Changes in accrual related to warranties issued during the period 2,046 2,108 Changes in accrual related to pre-existing warranties 807 1,746 Foreign currency translation and other (232 ) (145 ) Ending balance $ 4,558 $ 4,786

Schedule of Valuation and Qua61

Schedule of Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Schedule of Valuation and Qualifying Accounts (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts [Abstract]
Schedule of Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Text Block]	Description Balance at Beginning of Period Charged to Costs and Expenses Deductions Balance at End of Period For the Year Ended December 31, 2015 Allowances deducted from assets Credit losses $ 384 $ 347 $ 294 (a) $ 437 Doubtful receivables 455 (7 ) 76 (b) 372 Inventories (primarily service part obsolescence) 254 (29 ) (c) — 225 Deferred tax assets 1,604 227 (d) — 1,831 Total allowances deducted from assets $ 2,697 $ 538 $ 370 $ 2,865 For the Year Ended December 31, 2014 Allowances deducted from assets Credit losses $ 405 $ 199 $ 220 (a) $ 384 Doubtful receivables 120 374 39 (b) 455 Inventories (primarily service part obsolescence) 262 (8 ) (c) — 254 Deferred tax assets 1,633 (29 ) (d) — 1,604 Total allowances deducted from assets $ 2,420 $ 536 $ 259 $ 2,697 For the Year Ended December 31, 2013 Allowances deducted from assets Credit losses $ 435 $ 152 $ 182 (a) $ 405 Doubtful receivables 106 33 19 (b) 120 Inventories (primarily service part obsolescence) 267 (5 ) (c) — 262 Deferred tax assets 1,923 (290 ) (d) — 1,633 Total allowances deducted from assets $ 2,731 $ (110 ) $ 201 $ 2,420 _________ (a) Finance receivables and lease investments deemed to be uncollectible and other changes, principally amounts related to finance receivables sold and translation adjustments. (b) Accounts and notes receivable deemed to be uncollectible as well as translation adjustments. (c) Net change in inventory allowances. (d) Includes $(142) million , $(428) million , and $(243) million in 2015 , 2014 , and 2013 , respectively, of valuation allowance for deferred tax assets through Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss) and $369 million , $399 million , and $(47) million in 2015 , 2014 , and 2013 , respectively, of valuation allowance for deferred tax assets through the income statement.

Presentation Prior period adjus

Presentation Prior period adjustment (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Millions	Jan. 01, 2013	Dec. 31, 2015	Sep. 30, 2015	Jun. 30, 2015	Mar. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Sep. 30, 2014	Jun. 30, 2014	Mar. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
New Accounting Pronouncements or Change in Accounting Principle [Line Items]
Automotive cost of sales										$ 124,041	$ 125,025	$ 120,190
Selling, administrative, and other expenses										14,999	15,716	10,850
Income before income taxes		$ 1,896	$ 3,291	$ 3,286	$ 1,779	$ (3,963)	$ 1,257	$ 2,356	$ 1,584	10,252	1,234	14,371
Provision for/(Benefit from) income taxes										2,881	4	2,425
Net income										7,371	1,230	11,946
Net income attributable to Ford Motor Company		1,868	2,192	2,160	1,153	(2,517)	1,019	1,497	1,232	$ 7,373	$ 1,231	$ 11,953
Basic earnings per share attributable to Ford Motor Company										$ 1.86	$ 0.31	$ 3.04
Diluted earnings per share attributable to Ford Motor Company										$ 1.84	$ 0.31	$ 2.94
Inventories		8,319				7,870				$ 8,319	$ 7,870
Deferred income taxes, net		11,007				13,454				11,007	13,454
Other assets		7,466				6,052				7,466	6,052
Other liabilities and deferred revenue		42,546				44,032				42,546	44,032
Retained earnings/(Accumulated deficit)		14,414				9,422				14,414	9,422
Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss)		(6,257)				(5,265)				(6,257)	(5,265)
Pension and OPEB expense										511	4,429	$ (4,930)
Provision for deferred income taxes										2,120	(94)	1,585
Decrease/(Increase) in accounts receivable and other assets										(3,563)	(2,896)	(1,913)
Decrease/(Increase) in Inventories										(1,155)	(936)	(437)
Increase/(Decrease) in accounts payable and accrued and other liabilities										7,758	5,729	1,232
Other										(700)	(467)	(706)
Other Comprehensive Income/(Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Adjustment, Net of Tax										(81)		(47)
2014 U.S. Pension Benefit Obligation Valuation Adjustment [Member]
New Accounting Pronouncements or Change in Accounting Principle [Line Items]
Other assets					(301)
Other liabilities and deferred revenue					481
Other Comprehensive Income/(Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Adjustment, before Tax					(782)
Other Comprehensive Income/(Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Adjustment, Net of Tax					(508)
Adjustments for Change in accounting principle [Member] | Scenario, Previously Reported [Member]
New Accounting Pronouncements or Change in Accounting Principle [Line Items]
Automotive cost of sales											123,516	125,195
Selling, administrative, and other expenses											14,117	13,176
Income before income taxes			2,859	2,868	1,405	(56)	1,021	2,118	1,259		4,342	7,040
Provision for/(Benefit from) income taxes											1,156	(135)
Net income											3,186	7,175
Net income attributable to Ford Motor Company			$ 1,909	$ 1,885	$ 924	52	$ 835	$ 1,311	$ 989		$ 3,187	$ 7,182
Basic earnings per share attributable to Ford Motor Company											$ 0.81	$ 1.83
Diluted earnings per share attributable to Ford Motor Company											$ 0.80	$ 1.77
Inventories						7,866					$ 7,866
Deferred income taxes, net						13,069					13,069
Other assets						6,353					6,353
Other liabilities and deferred revenue						43,577					43,577
Retained earnings/(Accumulated deficit)						24,556					24,556
Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss)						(20,032)					(20,032)
Pension and OPEB expense											1,249	$ 2,543
Provision for deferred income taxes											1,063	(848)
Decrease/(Increase) in accounts receivable and other assets											(2,897)	(2,040)
Decrease/(Increase) in Inventories											(875)	(572)
Increase/(Decrease) in accounts payable and accrued and other liabilities											5,734	1,231
Other											(465)	(712)
Adjustments for Change in accounting principle [Member] | Scenario, Adjustment [Member]
New Accounting Pronouncements or Change in Accounting Principle [Line Items]
Cumulative Effect on Retained Earnings, Net of Tax	$ (18,000)
Cumulative effect on Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss)	$ 18,000
Automotive cost of sales										(581)	1,509	(5,005)
Selling, administrative, and other expenses										(337)	1,599	(2,326)
Income before income taxes										918	(3,108)	7,331
Provision for/(Benefit from) income taxes										293	(1,152)	2,560
Net income										625	(1,956)	4,771
Net income attributable to Ford Motor Company										$ 625	$ (1,956)	$ 4,771
Basic earnings per share attributable to Ford Motor Company										$ 0.16	$ (0.50)	$ 1.21
Diluted earnings per share attributable to Ford Motor Company										$ 0.15	$ (0.49)	$ 1.17
Inventories		(61)				4				$ (61)	$ 4
Deferred income taxes, net		79				385				79	385
Other assets		0				(301)				0	(301)
Other liabilities and deferred revenue		2				455				2	455
Retained earnings/(Accumulated deficit)		(14,509)				(15,134)				(14,509)	(15,134)
Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss)		$ 14,525				$ 14,767				14,525	14,767
Pension and OPEB expense										(997)	3,180	$ (7,473)
Provision for deferred income taxes										293	(1,157)	2,433
Decrease/(Increase) in accounts receivable and other assets										0	1	127
Decrease/(Increase) in Inventories										65	(61)	135
Increase/(Decrease) in accounts payable and accrued and other liabilities										14	(5)	1
Other										$ 0	$ (2)	$ 6

Presentation - Reconciliations

Presentation - Reconciliations between Consolidated and Sector Deferred Taxes (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Sector balance sheet presentation of deferred income tax assets [Abstract]
Deferred income tax assets	$ 11,509	$ 14,024
Sector balance sheet presentation of deferred income tax liabilities [Abstract]
Deferred income tax liabilities	502	570
Automotive [Member]
Sector balance sheet presentation of deferred income tax assets [Abstract]
Automotive sector current deferred income tax assets	3,664	2,050
Automotive sector non-current deferred income tax assets	10,687	13,705
Sector balance sheet presentation of deferred income tax liabilities [Abstract]
Automotive sector current deferred income tax liabilities	13	270
Automotive sector non-current deferred income tax liabilities	287	367
Financial Services [Member]
Sector balance sheet presentation of deferred income tax liabilities [Abstract]
Deferred income tax liabilities	3,179	1,849
Financial Services [Member] | Other assets [Member]
Sector balance sheet presentation of deferred income tax assets [Abstract]
Deferred income tax assets	135	185
Intersector [Member]
Sector balance sheet presentation of deferred income tax assets [Abstract]
Deferred income tax assets	14,486	15,940
Sector balance sheet presentation of deferred income tax liabilities [Abstract]
Deferred income tax liabilities	3,479	2,486
Intersector Eliminations [Member]
Sector balance sheet presentation of deferred income tax assets [Abstract]
Deferred income tax assets	(2,977)	(1,916)
Sector balance sheet presentation of deferred income tax liabilities [Abstract]
Deferred income tax liabilities	$ (2,977)	$ (1,916)

Presentation Presentation - Tra

Presentation Presentation - Transactions Between Sectors (Details) - USD ($) $ in Billions	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Automotive [Member]
Intersector receivables/(payables)	$ (1.1)	$ 0
Financial Services [Member]
Finance receivables, net	5.4	5
Unearned interest supplements and residual support	(4.5)	(3.9)
Wholesale receivables/Other	0.8	0.8
Net investment in operating leases	0.7	0.6
Intersector receivables/(payables)	$ 1.1	$ 0

Summary of Accounting Policie65

Summary of Accounting Policies (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015USD ($)employees	Dec. 31, 2014USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2013USD ($)
Foreign Currency [Abstract]
Foreign Currency Transaction Gain (Loss), before Tax	$ (524,000,000)	$ (510,000,000)	$ (349,000,000)
Intangible Assets, Net (Excluding Goodwill) [Abstract]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Net	124,000,000	133,000,000
Finite Lived Intangible Assets Forecasted Amortization Maximum Year 1	17,000,000
Finite Lived Intangible Assets Forecasted Amortization Maximum Year 2	17,000,000
Finite Lived Intangible Assets Forecasted Amortization Maximum Year 3	17,000,000
Finite Lived Intangible Assets Forecasted Amortization Maximum Year 4	17,000,000
Finite Lived Intangible Assets Forecasted Amortization Maximum Year 5	17,000,000
Impairment of Intangible Assets (Excluding Goodwill)	0
Long-Lived Asset Impairment [Abstract]
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets Held-for-use	$ 0
Revenue Recognition [Abstract]
Average Term Deferred Revenue Is Recognized	1 year
Employee Bonus and Lump-sum Payments [Abstract]
Number of employees covered by November 2015 UAW contract | employees	53,000
Length of UAW contract	4 years
UAW contract settlement bonus	$ 8,500
Selected Other Costs [Abstract]
Engineering, research, and development	6,700,000,000	6,700,000,000	6,200,000,000
Advertising	4,300,000,000	4,300,000,000	4,400,000,000
Financial Services [Member]
Finance and Lease Incentives [Abstract]
Earned Interest Supplements And Residual Support Revenue	1,300,000,000	1,400,000,000	1,500,000,000
Amount of Reduction in Depreciation Expense On Property Subject To Or Held For Lease	1,500,000,000	$ 1,300,000,000	$ 946,000,000
Maximum [Member]
Intangible Assets, Net (Excluding Goodwill) [Abstract]
Amortization of Intangible Assets	$ 17,000,000

Fair Value Measurements - Input

Fair Value Measurements - Input Hierarchy of Items Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Valuation Methods
Number Of Months Used To Determine Short Term Highly Liquid Investments Treatment As Cash Equivalents	3 months
Available-for-sale Equity Securities, Amortized Cost Basis	$ 82	$ 0
Available-for-sale Securities, Accumulated Gross Unrealized Gain (Loss), before Tax	(12)
Proceeds from Sale of Available-for-sale Securities, Equity	1
Available-for-sale Securities, Gross Realized Gains (Losses), Sale Proceeds	$ 0
Number Of Months Used To Determine Investments Treatment As Marketable Securities, Minimum	3 months
Number of Days At Which Fair Value of Finance Receivables Is Measured	greater than 120 days past due or deemed to be uncollectible
Term At Which Fair Value of Finance Receivables is Measured	120 days
Impairment Losses, Availabe-for-sale Securities, before Tax	$ 0
Minimum [Member]
Valuation Methods
Available For Sale Securities Maturity Period	1 year
Maximum [Member]
Valuation Methods
Available For Sale Securities Maturity Period	5 years
Cash and cash equivalents
Valuation Methods
Number of months for evaluating classification of investments	three months or less from the date of acquisition
Marketable securities [Member]
Valuation Methods
Number of months for evaluating classification of investments	maturity date greater than three months at the date of purchase
Automotive [Member]
Derivative Financial Instrument Assets
Derivative financial instruments assets	$ 928	517
Derivative financial instruments liabilities
Derivative financial instruments liabilities	630	713
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	330	206
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	18,181	17,135
Derivative Financial Instrument Assets
Derivative financial instruments assets	928	517
Total assets at fair value	19,439	17,858
Derivative financial instruments liabilities
Derivative financial instruments liabilities	630	713
Total liabilities at fair value	630	713
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | US Treasury and Government [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	137	64
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	6,863	6,758
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Foreign Government and Agencies [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	173	122
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	7,451	7,004
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Cash and Cash Equivalents, Corporate Debt [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	20	20
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Marketable Securities, Corporate Debt [Member]
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	3,279	2,738
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Equity
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	240	322
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Other marketable securities [Member]
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	348	313
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Cash equivalents - financial instruments [Member]
Input Hierarchy of Items Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis - Footnote Narrative
Par Value Assets Excluded From Fair Value By Input	3,800	3,300
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Cash [Member]
Input Hierarchy of Items Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis - Footnote Narrative
Par Value Assets Excluded From Fair Value By Input	1,300	1,100
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 1 [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	115	0
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	1,863	1,291
Derivative Financial Instrument Assets
Derivative financial instruments assets	0	0
Total assets at fair value	1,978	1,291
Derivative financial instruments liabilities
Derivative financial instruments liabilities	0	0
Total liabilities at fair value	0	0
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 1 [Member] | US Treasury and Government [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	115	0
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	1,623	969
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 1 [Member] | Foreign Government and Agencies [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	0	0
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	0	0
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 1 [Member] | Cash and Cash Equivalents, Corporate Debt [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	0	0
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 1 [Member] | Marketable Securities, Corporate Debt [Member]
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	0	0
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 1 [Member] | Equity
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	240	322
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 1 [Member] | Other marketable securities [Member]
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	0	0
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 2 [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	215	206
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	16,318	15,844
Derivative Financial Instrument Assets
Derivative financial instruments assets	928	517
Total assets at fair value	17,461	16,567
Derivative financial instruments liabilities
Derivative financial instruments liabilities	628	710
Total liabilities at fair value	628	710
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 2 [Member] | US Treasury and Government [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	22	64
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	5,240	5,789
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 2 [Member] | Foreign Government and Agencies [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	173	122
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	7,451	7,004
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 2 [Member] | Cash and Cash Equivalents, Corporate Debt [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	20	20
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 2 [Member] | Marketable Securities, Corporate Debt [Member]
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	3,279	2,738
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 2 [Member] | Equity
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	0	0
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 2 [Member] | Other marketable securities [Member]
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	348	313
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 3 [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	0	0
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	0	0
Derivative Financial Instrument Assets
Derivative financial instruments assets	0	0
Total assets at fair value	0	0
Derivative financial instruments liabilities
Derivative financial instruments liabilities	2	3
Total liabilities at fair value	2	3
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | US Treasury and Government [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	0	0
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	0	0
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Foreign Government and Agencies [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	0	0
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	0	0
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Cash and Cash Equivalents, Corporate Debt [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	0	0
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Marketable Securities, Corporate Debt [Member]
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	0	0
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	0	0
Automotive [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Other marketable securities [Member]
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	0	0
Financial Services [Member]
Derivative Financial Instrument Assets
Derivative financial instruments assets	924	859
Derivative financial instruments liabilities
Derivative financial instruments liabilities	243	167
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	266	351
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	2,723	3,258
Derivative Financial Instrument Assets
Derivative financial instruments assets	924	859
Total assets at fair value	3,913	4,468
Derivative financial instruments liabilities
Derivative financial instruments liabilities	243	167
Total liabilities at fair value	243	167
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | US Treasury and Government [Member]
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	1,467	1,268
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Foreign Government and Agencies [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	266	341
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	832	405
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Cash and Cash Equivalents, Corporate Debt [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	0	10
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Marketable Securities, Corporate Debt [Member]
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	384	1,555
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Other marketable securities [Member]
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	40	30
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Cash equivalents - financial instruments [Member]
Input Hierarchy of Items Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis - Footnote Narrative
Par Value Assets Excluded From Fair Value By Input	6,300	3,800
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Cash [Member]
Input Hierarchy of Items Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis - Footnote Narrative
Par Value Assets Excluded From Fair Value By Input	2,300	2,000
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 1 [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	0	0
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	298	17
Derivative Financial Instrument Assets
Derivative financial instruments assets	0	0
Total assets at fair value	298	17
Derivative financial instruments liabilities
Derivative financial instruments liabilities	0	0
Total liabilities at fair value	0	0
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 1 [Member] | US Treasury and Government [Member]
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	298	17
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 1 [Member] | Foreign Government and Agencies [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	0	0
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	0	0
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 1 [Member] | Cash and Cash Equivalents, Corporate Debt [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	0	0
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 1 [Member] | Marketable Securities, Corporate Debt [Member]
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	0	0
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 1 [Member] | Other marketable securities [Member]
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	0	0
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 2 [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	266	351
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	2,425	3,241
Derivative Financial Instrument Assets
Derivative financial instruments assets	924	859
Total assets at fair value	3,615	4,451
Derivative financial instruments liabilities
Derivative financial instruments liabilities	243	167
Total liabilities at fair value	243	167
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 2 [Member] | US Treasury and Government [Member]
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	1,169	1,251
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 2 [Member] | Foreign Government and Agencies [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	266	341
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	832	405
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 2 [Member] | Cash and Cash Equivalents, Corporate Debt [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	0	10
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 2 [Member] | Marketable Securities, Corporate Debt [Member]
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	384	1,555
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 2 [Member] | Other marketable securities [Member]
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	40	30
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 3 [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	0	0
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	0	0
Derivative Financial Instrument Assets
Derivative financial instruments assets	0	0
Total assets at fair value	0	0
Derivative financial instruments liabilities
Derivative financial instruments liabilities	0	0
Total liabilities at fair value	0	0
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | US Treasury and Government [Member]
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	0	0
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Foreign Government and Agencies [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	0	0
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	0	0
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Cash and Cash Equivalents, Corporate Debt [Member]
Cash equivalents - financial instruments
Cash equivalents - financial instruments	0	0
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Marketable Securities, Corporate Debt [Member]
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	0	0
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Other marketable securities [Member]
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	0	$ 0
Available-for-sale Securities [Member] | Foreign Government and Agencies [Member]
Marketable securities
Marketable securities	$ 70

Finance Receivables Net (Detail

Finance Receivables Net (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholesale Loans Percentage of Dealer Financing	95.00%
Net Finance Receivables [Abstract]
Finance receivables, net	$ 90,691	$ 81,111
Financial Services [Member]
Net Finance Receivables [Abstract]
Finance Receivable Before Unearned Interest Supplements	98,555
Financing Receivable, Gross	96,436	86,462
Allowance for Credit Losses	(373)	(321)	$ (357)
Finance receivables, net	96,063	86,141
Net finance receivables subject to fair value	94,248	84,468
Fair value	95,420	85,941
Capital Leases Net Investment In Direct Financing Leases Before Allowance For Credit Losses	1,800	1,700
Finance Receivables Net Not Subject To Fair Value	1,800	1,700
Uncollected Interest Receivable Excluded From Finance Receivable	209	191
Financial Services [Member] | Consumer [Member]
Net Finance Receivables [Abstract]
Financing Receivable, Gross	59,949	54,096
Allowance for Credit Losses	(357)	(305)	(327)
Finance receivables, net	59,592	53,791
Amount of finance receivables that secure certain debt obligations	27,600	24,400
Financial Services [Member] | Consumer [Member] | Retail financing [Member]
Net Finance Receivables [Abstract]
Finance Receivable Before Unearned Interest Supplements	62,068	55,856
Unearned interest supplements	(2,119)	(1,760)
Financing Receivable, Gross	59,949	54,096
Financial Services [Member] | Non-consumer [Member]
Net Finance Receivables [Abstract]
Financing Receivable, Gross	36,487	32,366
Allowance for Credit Losses	(16)	(16)	$ (30)
Finance receivables, net	36,471	32,350
Amount of finance receivables that secure certain debt obligations	26,100	21,800
Financial Services [Member] | Non-consumer [Member] | Dealer financing [Member]
Net Finance Receivables [Abstract]
Finance Receivable Before Unearned Interest Supplements	35,529
Financing Receivable, Gross	35,529	31,340
Financial Services [Member] | Non-consumer [Member] | Other financing [Member]
Net Finance Receivables [Abstract]
Finance Receivable Before Unearned Interest Supplements	958
Financing Receivable, Gross	958	1,026
Intersector [Member]
Net Finance Receivables [Abstract]
Finance receivables, net	$ 5,400	$ 5,000

Finance Receivables - Contractu

Finance Receivables - Contractual Maturities (Details) - Financial Services [Member] - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Finance Receivables Maturity [Abstract]
Finance Receivables Current	$ 51,046
Finance Receivables In Two Years	17,579
Finance Receivables In Three Years	13,108
Finance Receivables In Four Years And Thereafter	16,822
Total Finance Receivable Before Unearned Interest Supplements	98,555
Consumer [Member] | Retail financing [Member]
Finance Receivables Maturity [Abstract]
Finance Receivables Current	17,627
Finance Receivables In Two Years	15,811
Finance Receivables In Three Years	12,847
Finance Receivables In Four Years And Thereafter	15,783
Total Finance Receivable Before Unearned Interest Supplements	62,068	$ 55,856
Investments in Direct Financing Leases [Abstract]
Estimated residual values	162
Non-consumer [Member] | Dealer financing [Member]
Finance Receivables Maturity [Abstract]
Finance Receivables Current	32,461
Finance Receivables In Two Years	1,768
Finance Receivables In Three Years	261
Finance Receivables In Four Years And Thereafter	1,039
Total Finance Receivable Before Unearned Interest Supplements	35,529
Non-consumer [Member] | Other financing [Member]
Finance Receivables Maturity [Abstract]
Finance Receivables Current	958
Finance Receivables In Two Years	0
Finance Receivables In Three Years	0
Finance Receivables In Four Years And Thereafter	0
Total Finance Receivable Before Unearned Interest Supplements	$ 958

Finance Receivables Aging (Deta

Finance Receivables Aging (Details) - Financial Services [Member] - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Financing Receivables [Line Items]
Number Of Days After Which Finance Receivable Is Considered Past Due	any payment, including principal and interest, that is at least 31 days past the contractual due date
Financing Receivable, Gross	$ 96,436	$ 86,462
Minimum [Member]
Financing Receivables [Line Items]
Number Of Days At Which Finance Receivables Are In Process Of Collection	90 days
Consumer [Member]
Financing Receivables [Line Items]
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, 90 Days Past Due and Still Accruing	$ 16	17
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Past Due	881	896
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Current	59,068	53,200
Financing Receivable, Gross	59,949	54,096
Consumer [Member] | Financing Receivables, 31 to 60 Days Past due [Member]
Financing Receivables [Line Items]
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Past Due	708	718
Consumer [Member] | Financing Receivables, 61 to 90 Days Past due [Member]
Financing Receivables [Line Items]
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Past Due	108	97
Consumer [Member] | Financing Receivables, 91 to 120 Days Past due [Member]
Financing Receivables [Line Items]
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Past Due	27	29
Consumer [Member] | Financing Receivables, Greater than 120 Days Past due [Member]
Financing Receivables [Line Items]
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Past Due	38	52
Non-consumer [Member]
Financing Receivables [Line Items]
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, 90 Days Past Due and Still Accruing	1	3
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Past Due	117	117
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Current	36,370	32,249
Financing Receivable, Gross	$ 36,487	$ 32,366

Finance Receivables - Credit Qu

Finance Receivables - Credit Quality (Details) - Financial Services [Member] - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Finance Receivable Credit Quality [Abstract]
Financing Receivable By Credit Quality Indicator	$ 96,436	$ 86,462
Consumer [Member]
Finance Receivable Credit Quality [Abstract]
Financing Receivable By Credit Quality Indicator	$ 59,949	54,096
Consumer [Member] | Pass [Member]
Credit quality ratings
Term, in days, for credit quality rating	current to 60 days past due
Consumer [Member] | Substandard [Member]
Credit quality ratings
Term, in days, for credit quality rating	greater than 120 days past due
Consumer [Member] | Minimum [Member] | Special Mention [Member]
Credit quality ratings
Finance Receivables Credit Quality Ratings Term Range	61 days
Consumer [Member] | Maximum [Member] | Special Mention [Member]
Credit quality ratings
Finance Receivables Credit Quality Ratings Term Range	120 days
Non-consumer [Member]
Finance Receivable Credit Quality [Abstract]
Financing Receivable By Credit Quality Indicator	$ 36,487	32,366
Non-consumer [Member] | Dealer financing [Member]
Finance Receivable Credit Quality [Abstract]
Financing Receivable By Credit Quality Indicator	35,529	31,340
Non-consumer [Member] | Dealer financing [Member] | Group I
Finance Receivable Credit Quality [Abstract]
Financing Receivable By Credit Quality Indicator	26,560	23,125
Non-consumer [Member] | Dealer financing [Member] | Group II
Finance Receivable Credit Quality [Abstract]
Financing Receivable By Credit Quality Indicator	7,175	6,350
Non-consumer [Member] | Dealer financing [Member] | Group III
Finance Receivable Credit Quality [Abstract]
Financing Receivable By Credit Quality Indicator	1,683	1,783
Non-consumer [Member] | Dealer financing [Member] | Group IV
Finance Receivable Credit Quality [Abstract]
Financing Receivable By Credit Quality Indicator	$ 111	$ 82

Finance Receivables - Impaired

Finance Receivables - Impaired receivables (Details) - Financial Services [Member] - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Financing Receivable Impaired [Abstract]
Number of Days Past Due After Which Consumer Receivables are Considered Impaired	greater than 120 days past due
Consumer [Member]
Financing Receivable Impaired [Abstract]
Recorded investment of receivables that were impaired	$ 375	$ 415
Percentage of recorded investment of receivables that were impaired	0.60%	0.80%
Non-consumer [Member]
Financing Receivable Impaired [Abstract]
Recorded investment of receivables that were impaired	$ 134	$ 105
Percentage of recorded investment of receivables that were impaired	0.40%	0.30%

Net Investment in Operating L72

Net Investment in Operating Leases (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Net investment in operating leases	$ 27,093	$ 23,217
Ford Credit [Member]
Net investment in operating leases	13,300	9,600
Automotive [Member]
Net investment in operating leases	2,014	1,699
Net investment in operating leases	2,014	1,699
Financial Services [Member]
Vehicles and other equipment, at cost	29,673	24,952
Accumulated depreciation	(4,545)	(3,396)
Allowance for credit losses	(49)	(38)
Net investment in operating leases	25,079	$ 21,518
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Receivable, Current	4,021
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Receivable, in Two Years	2,504
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Receivable, in Three Years	919
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Receivable, in Four Years	59
Operating Leases Future Minimum Payments Receivable Thereafter After Year Four	3
Total	$ 7,506

Allowance for Credit Losses (De

Allowance for Credit Losses (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Losses [Line Items]
Term When Finance Receivables Are Considered Impaired	120 days
Term to Charge Off Finance Receivables	120 days
Analysis of ending balance of finance receivables
Finance receivables, net	$ 90,691	$ 81,111
Financial Services [Member]
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Losses [Line Items]
Number Of Days At Which Finance Receivables Impaired	when an account is deemed to be uncollectible or when an account is 120 days delinquent
Allowance for credit losses
Beginning balance	$ 321	357
Charge-offs	(336)	(300)
Recoveries	126	140
Provision for credit losses	274	133
Other	(12)	(9)
Ending balance	373	321
Analysis of ending balance of allowance for credit losses
Collective impairment allowance	350	298
Specific impairment allowance	23	23
Ending balance	373	321
Ending balance (including reserves for operating leases)	422	359
Analysis of ending balance of finance receivables
Collectively evaluated for impairment	95,927	85,942
Specifically evaluated for impairment	509	520
Financing Receivable, Gross	96,436	86,462
Finance receivables, net	$ 96,063	86,141
Financial Services [Member] | Consumer [Member]
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Losses [Line Items]
Number Of Days At Which Finance Receivables Are Charged Off	greater than 120 days past due
Allowance for credit losses
Beginning balance	$ 305	327
Charge-offs	(333)	(294)
Recoveries	120	131
Provision for credit losses	276	150
Other	(11)	(9)
Ending balance	357	305
Analysis of ending balance of allowance for credit losses
Collective impairment allowance	338	282
Specific impairment allowance	19	23
Ending balance	357	305
Analysis of ending balance of finance receivables
Collectively evaluated for impairment	59,574	53,681
Specifically evaluated for impairment	375	415
Financing Receivable, Gross	59,949	54,096
Finance receivables, net	59,592	53,791
Financial Services [Member] | Non-consumer [Member]
Allowance for credit losses
Beginning balance	16	30
Charge-offs	(3)	(6)
Recoveries	6	9
Provision for credit losses	(2)	(17)
Other	(1)	0
Ending balance	16	16
Analysis of ending balance of allowance for credit losses
Collective impairment allowance	12	16
Specific impairment allowance	4
Ending balance	16	16
Analysis of ending balance of finance receivables
Collectively evaluated for impairment	36,353	32,261
Specifically evaluated for impairment	134	105
Financing Receivable, Gross	36,487	32,366
Finance receivables, net	$ 36,471	$ 32,350

Inventories (Details)

Inventories (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Inventories footnote [Abstract]
Percentage Of LIFO Inventory To Total Inventory	27.00%	28.00%
Inventory, Net [Abstract]
Raw materials, work-in-process and supplies	$ 4,005	$ 3,859
Finished products	5,254	5,026
Total inventories under FIFO	9,259	8,885
Less: LIFO adjustment	(940)	(1,015)
Total inventories	8,319	7,870
Automotive [Member]
Inventory, Net [Abstract]
Total inventories	$ 8,319	$ 7,870

Equity in Net Assets of Affil75

Equity in Net Assets of Affiliated Companies (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Sep. 30, 2015	Jun. 30, 2015	Mar. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Sep. 30, 2014	Jun. 30, 2014	Mar. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Investment Balance	$ 3,224				$ 3,357				$ 3,224	$ 3,357
Dividends from affiliated companies									1,500	1,500	$ 529
Summarized Financial Data Of Equity Method Investee Table Text Block [Line Items]
Current Assets	10,400				11,012				10,400	11,012
Noncurrent Assets	9,687				13,749				9,687	13,749
Total Assets	20,087				24,761				20,087	24,761
Current Liabilities	10,863				11,943				10,863	11,943
Noncurrent Liabilities	2,608				4,597				2,608	4,597
Total Liabilities	13,471				16,540				13,471	16,540
Equity attributable to noncontrolling Interest	8				8				8	8
Income before income taxes	1,896	$ 3,291	$ 3,286	$ 1,779	(3,963)	$ 1,257	$ 2,356	$ 1,584	10,252	1,234	14,371
Related Party Transactions [Abstract]
Sales									4,426	5,208	6,421
Purchases									7,780	9,430	10,536
Royalty Income									610	500	526
Receivables	870				1,056				870	1,056
Payables	671				712				671	712
Summarized Income Statement of Unconsolidated Affiliates [Member]
Summarized Financial Data Of Equity Method Investee Table Text Block [Line Items]
Total revenue									35,623	40,658	38,736
Income before income taxes									4,525	3,985	2,815
Net Income (Loss)									3,894	3,510	2,587
Automotive [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Investment Balance	$ 3,091				3,216				3,091	3,216
Summarized Financial Data Of Equity Method Investee Table Text Block [Line Items]
Income before income taxes									$ 8,224	(560)	12,699
Automotive [Member] | Changan Ford Automobile Corporation, Limited [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	50.00%								50.00%
Investment Balance	$ 1,307				1,301				$ 1,307	1,301
Automotive [Member] | Jiangling Motors Corporation, Limited [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	32.00%								32.00%
Investment Balance	$ 636				604				$ 636	604
Automotive [Member] | Auto Alliance (Thailand) Co., Ltd (AAT) [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	50.00%								50.00%
Investment Balance	$ 429				428				$ 429	428
Automotive [Member] | Ford Otomotiv Sanayi Anonim Sirketi [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	41.00%								41.00%
Investment Balance	$ 352				386				$ 352	386
Automotive [Member] | Getrag Ford Transmissions GmbH [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	50.00%								50.00%
Investment Balance	$ 182				232				$ 182	232
Automotive [Member] | Changan Ford Mazda Engine Company, Ltd [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	25.00%								25.00%
Investment Balance	$ 77				69				$ 77	69
Automotive [Member] | OEConnection LLC [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	50.00%								50.00%
Investment Balance	$ 36				35				$ 36	35
Automotive [Member] | DealerDirect LLC [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	97.70%								97.70%
Investment Balance	$ 30				26				$ 30	26
Automotive [Member] | Percepta LLC [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	45.00%								45.00%
Investment Balance	$ 9				9				$ 9	9
Automotive [Member] | Thirdware Solutions Limited [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	20.00%								20.00%
Investment Balance	$ 9				8				$ 9	8
Automotive [Member] | Automotive Fuel Cell Cooperation Corporation [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	49.90%								49.90%
Investment Balance	$ 8				9				$ 8	9
Automotive [Member] | U.S. Council for Automotive Research, LLC [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	33.30%								33.30%
Investment Balance	$ 5				5				$ 5	5
Automotive [Member] | Chongqing ANTE Trading Co., Ltd. [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	10.00%								10.00%
Investment Balance	$ 4				3				$ 4	3
Automotive [Member] | Crash Avoidance Metrics Partnership, LLC [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	50.00%								50.00%
Investment Balance	$ 4				2				$ 4	2
Automotive [Member] | Blue Diamond Parts, LLC [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	25.00%								25.00%
Investment Balance	$ 3				3				$ 3	3
Automotive [Member] | Nemak S.A.B de C.V. [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	6.80%								6.80%
Investment Balance	$ 0				86				$ 0	86
Automotive [Member] | Blue Diamond Truck, S. de R.L. de C.V. [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	25.00%								25.00%
Investment Balance	$ 0				8				$ 0	8
Automotive [Member] | Ford Malaysia, Sdn. Bhd. [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	49.00%								49.00%
Investment Balance	$ 0				2				$ 0	2
Automotive [Member] | ZF Transmission Tech, LLC [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	49.00%								49.00%
Investment Balance	$ 0				0				$ 0	0
Automotive [Member] | Zebra Imaging, Inc. [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	0.30%								0.30%
Investment Balance	$ 0				0				$ 0	0
Financial Services [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Investment Balance	$ 133				141				133	141
Summarized Financial Data Of Equity Method Investee Table Text Block [Line Items]
Income before income taxes									$ 2,028	1,794	$ 1,672
Financial Services [Member] | Forso Nordic AB [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	50.00%								50.00%
Investment Balance	$ 66				67				$ 66	67
Financial Services [Member] | FFS Finance South Africa Pty Ltd [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	50.00%								50.00%
Investment Balance	$ 48				50				$ 48	50
Financial Services [Member] | Route One LLC [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	30.00%								30.00%
Investment Balance	$ 15				20				$ 15	20
Financial Services [Member] | CNF-Administradora de Consorcio Nacional Ltda [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	33.30%								33.30%
Investment Balance	$ 4				$ 4				$ 4	$ 4

Net Property and Lease Commit76

Net Property and Lease Commitments (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net, by Type [Abstract]
Net property	$ 30,163	$ 30,126
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization [Abstract]
Total	7,993	7,385	$ 6,504
Asset Retirement Obligation, Roll Forward Analysis [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance	228	246
Liabilities settled	(6)	(11)
Revision to estimates	(6)	(7)
Ending balance	216	228	246
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due [Abstract]
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in next twelve months	278
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in two years	225
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in three years	156
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in four years	107
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in five years	76
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due Thereafter	80
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due - Total	922
Operating Leases, Rent Expense, Net [Abstract]
Rental expense	$ 460	524	516
Minimum [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Capitalization useful life policy	more than one year
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life	3 years
Maximum [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life	36 years
Machinery, equipment and other [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life	14 years 6 months
Software [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life	8 years
Building [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life	36 years
Land Improvements [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life	30 years
Automotive [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net, by Type [Abstract]
Net property	$ 30,021	29,795
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization [Abstract]
Depreciation and other amortization	2,028	2,092	2,110
Amortization of special tools	2,304	2,160	1,954
Total	4,332	4,252	4,064
Maintenance and rearrangement	1,651	1,523	1,422
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due [Abstract]
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in next twelve months	270
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in two years	220
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in three years	152
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in four years	105
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in five years	74
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due Thereafter	73
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due - Total	894
Operating Leases, Rent Expense, Net [Abstract]
Rental expense	433	423	411
Automotive [Member] | Land [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net, by Type [Abstract]
Gross property	344	351
Automotive [Member] | Buildings and Land Improvements [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net, by Type [Abstract]
Gross property	9,942	10,601
Automotive [Member] | Machinery, equipment and other [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net, by Type [Abstract]
Gross property	33,164	33,381
Automotive [Member] | Software [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net, by Type [Abstract]
Gross property	2,241	2,122
Automotive [Member] | Construction in progress [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net, by Type [Abstract]
Gross property	1,750	1,719
Automotive [Member] | Land, plant and equipment and other [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net, by Type [Abstract]
Gross property	47,441	48,174
Accumulated depreciation	(27,466)	(29,134)
Net property	19,975	19,040
Automotive [Member] | Special tools, net of amortization [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net, by Type [Abstract]
Net property	10,046	10,755
Financial Services [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net, by Type [Abstract]
Net property	142	331
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization [Abstract]
Total	3,661	3,133	2,440
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due [Abstract]
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in next twelve months	8
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in two years	5
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in three years	4
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in four years	2
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in five years	2
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due Thereafter	7
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due - Total	28
Operating Leases, Rent Expense, Net [Abstract]
Rental expense	$ 27	$ 101	$ 105

Other Liabilities and Deferre77

Other Liabilities and Deferred Revenue Other Liabilities and Deferred Revenue (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Liabilities, Noncurrent [Abstract]
Other liabilities and deferred revenue	$ 42,546	$ 44,032
Automotive [Member]
Liabilities, Current [Abstract]
Dealer and dealers' customer allowances and claims	8,122	7,846
Deferred revenue	4,559	3,911
Employee benefit plans	1,528	1,994
Accrued interest	255	222
Other postretirement employee benefits	354	387
Pension	248	374
Other	2,926	3,178
Other Liabiliaties and deferred revenue	17,992	17,912
Liabilities, Noncurrent [Abstract]
Pension	9,541	10,201
OPEB	5,347	5,988
Dealer and dealers' customer allowances and claims	2,731	2,852
Deferred revenue	2,833	2,686
Employee benefit plans	1,041	1,149
Other	1,239	1,394
Total Automotive other liabilities	22,732	24,270
Other liabilities and deferred revenue	40,724	42,182
Financial Services [Member]
Liabilities, Noncurrent [Abstract]
Other liabilities and deferred revenue	$ 1,822	$ 1,850

Retirement Benefits (Details)

Retirement Benefits (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
U.S. Plans
Weighted average assumptions [Abstract]
Discount Rate	4.27%	3.94%
Expected long-term rate of return on assets	6.75%	6.75%
Average rate of increase in compensation	3.80%	3.80%
Assumptions used to determine net benefit cost [Abstract]
Discount Rate	3.94%	4.74%
Expected long-term rate of return on assets	6.75%	6.89%
Average rate of increase in compensation	3.80%	3.80%
Foreign Pension Plan, Defined Benefit [Member]
Weighted average assumptions [Abstract]
Discount Rate	3.20%	3.06%
Expected long-term rate of return on assets	5.56%	6.11%
Average rate of increase in compensation	3.40%	3.40%
Assumptions used to determine net benefit cost [Abstract]
Discount Rate	3.06%	4.07%
Expected long-term rate of return on assets	6.11%	6.63%
Average rate of increase in compensation	3.40%	3.41%
Other Postretirement Benefit Plan, Defined Benefit [Member]
Weighted average assumptions [Abstract]
Discount Rate	4.22%	3.86%
Expected long-term rate of return on assets	0.00%	0.00%
Average rate of increase in compensation	3.80%	3.80%
Assumptions used to determine net benefit cost [Abstract]
Discount Rate	3.86%	4.65%
Expected long-term rate of return on assets	0.00%	0.00%
Average rate of increase in compensation	3.80%	3.80%
Employee Retirement Savings Plan [Member]
Deferred Compensation Arrangement with Individual, Postretirement Benefits [Line Items]
Defined Contribution Plan, Cost Recognized	$ 291	$ 275	$ 237
UNITED STATES | Employee Retirement Savings Plan [Member]
Deferred Compensation Arrangement with Individual, Postretirement Benefits [Line Items]
Defined Contribution Plan, Cost Recognized	$ 124	$ 114	$ 99

Retirement Benefits - Expense (

Retirement Benefits - Expense (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended		12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Net remeasurement (gain)/loss	$ 698	$ 4,100
U.S. Plans
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Service cost			$ 586	$ 507	$ 581
Interest cost			1,817	1,992	1,914
Expected return on assets			(2,928)	(2,735)	(2,924)
Amortization of prior service costs/(credits)			155	155	174
Net remeasurement (gain)/loss			1,964	641	(3,812)
Defined Benefit Plan Separation Programs and Other			17	19	10
Settlements and curtailments			0	0	0
Defined Benefit Plan, Net Periodic Benefit Cost			1,611	579	(4,057)
Non-U.S. Plans
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Service cost			532	468	484
Interest cost			936	1,189	1,137
Expected return on assets			(1,480)	(1,534)	(1,404)
Amortization of prior service costs/(credits)			47	55	66
Net remeasurement (gain)/loss			(974)	2,801	(736)
Defined Benefit Plan Separation Programs and Other			39	83	243
Settlements and curtailments			0	13	0
Defined Benefit Plan, Net Periodic Benefit Cost			(900)	3,075	(210)
Worldwide OPEB [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Service cost			60	54	64
Interest cost			236	269	256
Expected return on assets			0	0	0
Amortization of prior service costs/(credits)			(204)	(229)	(283)
Net remeasurement (gain)/loss			(292)	681	(698)
Defined Benefit Plan Separation Programs and Other			1	0	0
Settlements and curtailments			0	0	(2)
Defined Benefit Plan, Net Periodic Benefit Cost			$ (199)	$ 775	$ (663)

Retirement Benefits - Status (D

Retirement Benefits - Status (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Defined Benefit Plan, Assets, Target Allocations [Abstract]
Defined Benefit Plan Percent Of Employer And Related Party Securities Included In Plan Assets Maximum	1.00%
U.S. Plans
Change in Benefit Obligation
Benefit obligation at January 1	$ 47,103	$ 43,182
Service cost	586	507	$ 581
Interest cost	1,817	1,992
Amendments	99	0
Separation programs and other	(27)	(50)
Curtailments	0	0
Settlements	0	0
Plan participant contributions	26	26
Benefits paid	(2,949)	(3,028)
Foreign exchange translation	0	0
Actuarial (gain)/loss	(1,719)	4,474
Benefit obligation at December 31	44,936	47,103	43,182
Change in Plan Assets
Fair value of plan assets at January 1	44,844	41,217
Actual return on plan assets	(755)	6,542
Company contributions	130	130
Plan participant contributions	26	26
Benefits paid	(2,949)	(3,028)
Settlements	0	0
Foreign exchange translation	0	0
Defined Benefit Plan Other Increase Decrease Plan Assets	(44)	(43)
Fair value of plan assets at December 31	41,252	44,844	41,217
Funded status at December 31	(3,684)	(2,259)
Amounts Recognized on the Balance Sheet
Prepaid assets	0	76
Accrued liabilities	(3,684)	(2,335)
Total	(3,684)	(2,259)
Amounts Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (pre-tax)
Unamortized prior service costs/(credits)	553	609
Pension Plans in which Accumulated Benefit Obligation Exceeds Plan Assets at December 31
Accumulated benefit obligation	26,021	27,388
Fair value of plan assets	22,967	25,153
Accumulated Benefit Obligation at December 31	43,698	45,685
Pension Plans in which Projected Benefit Obligation Exceeds Plan Assets at December 31
Projected benefit obligation	44,936	27,488
Fair value of plan assets	41,252	$ 25,153
Estimated Future Benefit Payments
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Next Twelve Months	3,050
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Year Two	3,000
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Year Three	2,980
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Year Four	2,950
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Year Five	2,940
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Five Fiscal Year Thereafter	14,600
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Amounts that Will be Amortized from Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) in Next Fiscal Year [Abstract]
Prior service cost/(credit)	$ 170
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Return on Plan Assets [Abstract]
Expected long-term rate of return on assets	6.75%	6.75%
Defined Benefit Plan Actual Rate Of Return On Plan Assets Period	P10Y
Defined Benefit Plan Actual Ten Year Rate Of Return On Plan Assets	8.10%	9.30%
Non-U.S. Plans
Change in Benefit Obligation
Benefit obligation at January 1	$ 33,223	$ 30,851
Service cost	532	468	484
Interest cost	936	1,189
Amendments	4	11
Separation programs and other	40	139
Curtailments	0	0
Settlements	(29)	(116)
Plan participant contributions	24	25
Benefits paid	(1,350)	(1,423)
Foreign exchange translation	(2,995)	(2,712)
Actuarial (gain)/loss	(746)	4,791
Benefit obligation at December 31	29,639	33,223	30,851
Change in Plan Assets
Fair value of plan assets at January 1	25,675	23,843
Actual return on plan assets	1,722	3,558
Company contributions	1,345	1,715
Plan participant contributions	24	25
Benefits paid	(1,350)	(1,423)
Settlements	(29)	(116)
Foreign exchange translation	(2,238)	(1,921)
Defined Benefit Plan Other Increase Decrease Plan Assets	(8)	(6)
Fair value of plan assets at December 31	25,141	25,675	23,843
Funded status at December 31	(4,498)	(7,548)
Amounts Recognized on the Balance Sheet
Prepaid assets	1,611	696
Accrued liabilities	(6,109)	(8,244)
Total	(4,498)	(7,548)
Amounts Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (pre-tax)
Unamortized prior service costs/(credits)	278	347
Pension Plans in which Accumulated Benefit Obligation Exceeds Plan Assets at December 31
Accumulated benefit obligation	9,634	11,018
Fair value of plan assets	4,636	4,109
Accumulated Benefit Obligation at December 31	26,835	30,098
Pension Plans in which Projected Benefit Obligation Exceeds Plan Assets at December 31
Projected benefit obligation	11,238	12,874
Fair value of plan assets	5,129	$ 4,630
Estimated Future Benefit Payments
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Next Twelve Months	1,340
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Year Two	1,180
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Year Three	1,190
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Year Four	1,220
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Year Five	1,250
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Five Fiscal Year Thereafter	6,660
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Amounts that Will be Amortized from Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) in Next Fiscal Year [Abstract]
Prior service cost/(credit)	$ 39
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Return on Plan Assets [Abstract]
Expected long-term rate of return on assets	5.56%	6.11%
Canadian [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Return on Plan Assets [Abstract]
Expected long-term rate of return on assets	5.75%
Defined Benefit Plan Actual Ten Year Rate Of Return On Plan Assets	5.70%	6.20%
United Kingdom
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Return on Plan Assets [Abstract]
Expected long-term rate of return on assets	6.25%
Defined Benefit Plan Actual Ten Year Rate Of Return On Plan Assets	6.60%	8.30%
Worldwide OPEB [Member]
Change in Benefit Obligation
Benefit obligation at January 1	$ 6,375	$ 5,889
Service cost	60	54	64
Interest cost	236	269
Amendments	1	0
Separation programs and other	1	0
Curtailments	0	0
Settlements	0	0
Plan participant contributions	23	23
Benefits paid - Worldwide OPEB	(402)	(406)
Foreign exchange translation	(301)	(135)
Actuarial (gain)/loss	(292)	681
Benefit obligation at December 31	5,701	6,375	5,889
Change in Plan Assets
Fair value of plan assets at January 1	0	0
Actual return on plan assets	0	0
Company contributions	0	0
Plan participant contributions	23	23
Plan participant contributions - Worldwide OPEB	0	0
Benefits paid - Worldwide OPEB	0	0
Settlements	0	0
Foreign exchange translation	0	0
Defined Benefit Plan Other Increase Decrease Plan Assets	0	0
Fair value of plan assets at December 31	0	0	$ 0
Funded status at December 31	(5,701)	(6,375)
Amounts Recognized on the Balance Sheet
Prepaid assets	0	0
Accrued liabilities	(5,701)	(6,375)
Total	(5,701)	(6,375)
Amounts Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (pre-tax)
Unamortized prior service costs/(credits)	(475)	$ (710)
Plan Contributions [Abstract]
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Contributions	1,100
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Contributions Unfunded Plans	400
Defined Benefit Plans, Estimated Future Employer Contributions in Next Fiscal Year	1,500
Defined Benefit Plan Estimated Future Employer Discretionary Contributions In Next Fiscal Year	400
Pension And Other Postretirement Expected Benefit Contributions Unfunded Plans	300
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Contributions and Expected Future Employer Contributions To Funded and Unfunded Plans	1,800
Estimated Future Benefit Payments
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Next Twelve Months	350
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Year Two	350
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Year Three	350
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Year Four	340
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Year Five	340
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Five Fiscal Year Thereafter	1,700
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Amounts that Will be Amortized from Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) in Next Fiscal Year [Abstract]
Prior service cost/(credit)	$ (140)
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Return on Plan Assets [Abstract]
Expected long-term rate of return on assets	0.00%	0.00%
Fixed Income | U.S. Plans
Change in Plan Assets
Fair value of plan assets at January 1	$ 33,231
Fair value of plan assets at December 31	$ 31,665	$ 33,231
Defined Benefit Plan, Assets, Target Allocations [Abstract]
Defined Benefit Plan, Target Plan Asset Allocations	80.00%
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Plan Asset Allocations	77.00%
Fixed Income | Non-U.S. Plans
Change in Plan Assets
Fair value of plan assets at January 1	$ 13,979
Fair value of plan assets at December 31	$ 13,971	13,979
Alternatives
Alternative Assets [Abstract]
Lagged Valuation Adjustments Range, Low	1 month
Lagged Valuation Adjustments Range, High	6 months
Alternatives | U.S. Plans
Change in Plan Assets
Fair value of plan assets at January 1	$ 6,166
Fair value of plan assets at December 31	6,451	6,166
Alternatives | Non-U.S. Plans
Change in Plan Assets
Fair value of plan assets at January 1	3,054
Fair value of plan assets at December 31	$ 3,185	3,054
Growth Assets [Member] | U.S. Plans
Defined Benefit Plan, Assets, Target Allocations [Abstract]
Defined Benefit Plan, Target Plan Asset Allocations	20.00%
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Plan Asset Allocations	23.00%
Real Estate Investment [Member]
Alternative Assets [Abstract]
Lagged Valuation Adjustments Amount	$ 49	33
Hedge Funds [Member]
Alternative Assets [Abstract]
Lagged Valuation Adjustments Range, Low	1 month
Lagged Valuation Adjustments Range, High	3 months
Lagged Valuation Adjustments Amount	$ (82)	14
Hedge Funds [Member] | U.S. Plans
Change in Plan Assets
Fair value of plan assets at January 1	2,559
Fair value of plan assets at December 31	2,723	2,559
Hedge Funds [Member] | Non-U.S. Plans
Change in Plan Assets
Fair value of plan assets at January 1	1,837
Fair value of plan assets at December 31	$ 1,870	1,837
Private Equity Funds [Member]
Alternative Assets [Abstract]
Lagged Valuation Adjustments Range, Low	1 month
Lagged Valuation Adjustments Range, High	6 months
Lagged Valuation Adjustments Amount	$ 93	88
Private Equity Funds [Member] | U.S. Plans
Change in Plan Assets
Fair value of plan assets at January 1	2,784
Fair value of plan assets at December 31	2,745	2,784
Private Equity Funds [Member] | Non-U.S. Plans
Change in Plan Assets
Fair value of plan assets at January 1	538
Fair value of plan assets at December 31	$ 633	$ 538

Retirement Benefits - Fair Valu

Retirement Benefits - Fair Value of Plan Assets (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
U.S. Plans
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan Fair Value Of Plan Assets Dividends And Interest Receivable	$ 363	$ 360
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	41,252	44,844	$ 41,217
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	6,437	6,285
U.S. Plans | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	8,469	8,708
U.S. Plans | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	26,324	29,803
U.S. Plans | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	22	48
U.S. Plans | Equity
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	3,039	4,218
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	7	7
U.S. Plans | Equity | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	3,017	4,188
U.S. Plans | Equity | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	14	23
U.S. Plans | Equity | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	1	0
U.S. Plans | U.S. companies
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	1,939	2,680
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	0	0
U.S. Plans | U.S. companies | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	1,935	2,678
U.S. Plans | U.S. companies | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	4	2
U.S. Plans | U.S. companies | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
U.S. Plans | International companies
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	1,100	1,538
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	7	7
U.S. Plans | International companies | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	1,082	1,510
U.S. Plans | International companies | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	10	21
U.S. Plans | International companies | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	1	0
U.S. Plans | Fixed Income
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	31,665	33,231
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	$ 174	200
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Plan Asset Allocations	77.00%
U.S. Plans | Fixed Income | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	$ 5,231	4,519
U.S. Plans | Fixed Income | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	26,239	28,464
U.S. Plans | Fixed Income | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	21	48
U.S. Plans | U.S. government
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	5,209	4,506
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	0	0
U.S. Plans | U.S. government | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	5,209	4,506
U.S. Plans | U.S. government | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
U.S. Plans | U.S. government | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
U.S. Plans | U.S. government-sponsored enterprises
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	3,106	4,047
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	0	0
U.S. Plans | U.S. government-sponsored enterprises | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
U.S. Plans | U.S. government-sponsored enterprises | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	3,106	4,047
U.S. Plans | U.S. government-sponsored enterprises | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
U.S. Plans | Non-U.S. government
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	1,588	1,842
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	0	0
U.S. Plans | Non-U.S. government | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
U.S. Plans | Non-U.S. government | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	1,588	1,842
U.S. Plans | Non-U.S. government | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
U.S. Plans | Investment grade
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	18,687	18,052
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	0	0
U.S. Plans | Investment grade | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
U.S. Plans | Investment grade | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	18,687	18,052
U.S. Plans | Investment grade | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
U.S. Plans | High yield
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	1,585	3,258
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	0	0
U.S. Plans | High yield | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
U.S. Plans | High yield | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	1,576	3,258
U.S. Plans | High yield | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	9	0
U.S. Plans | Other credit
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	412	195
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	0	0
U.S. Plans | Other credit | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
U.S. Plans | Other credit | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	412	181
U.S. Plans | Other credit | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	14
U.S. Plans | Mortgage/other asset-backed
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	1,113	1,324
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	0	0
U.S. Plans | Mortgage/other asset-backed | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
U.S. Plans | Mortgage/other asset-backed | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	1,101	1,290
U.S. Plans | Mortgage/other asset-backed | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	12	34
U.S. Plans | Commingled funds
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	174	200
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	174	200
U.S. Plans | Commingled funds | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
U.S. Plans | Commingled funds | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
U.S. Plans | Commingled funds | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
U.S. Plans | Fixed Income Funds Net Derivative Financial Instruments [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	(209)	(193)
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	0	0
U.S. Plans | Fixed Income Funds Net Derivative Financial Instruments [Member] | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	22	13
U.S. Plans | Fixed Income Funds Net Derivative Financial Instruments [Member] | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	(231)	(206)
U.S. Plans | Fixed Income Funds Net Derivative Financial Instruments [Member] | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
U.S. Plans | Alternatives
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	6,451	6,166
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	6,256	6,078
U.S. Plans | Alternatives | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	1
U.S. Plans | Alternatives | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	195	87
U.S. Plans | Alternatives | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
U.S. Plans | Hedge funds
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	2,723	2,559
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	2,548	2,475
U.S. Plans | Hedge funds | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
U.S. Plans | Hedge funds | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	175	84
U.S. Plans | Hedge funds | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	$ 0	$ 0
U.S. Plans | Hedge Funds Global Macro [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Plan Asset Allocations	34.00%	28.00%
U.S. Plans | Hedge Funds, Event Driven [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Plan Asset Allocations	20.00%	26.00%
U.S. Plans | Hedge Funds, Equity Long (Short) [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Plan Asset Allocations	24.00%	26.00%
U.S. Plans | Hedge Funds Relative Value [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Plan Asset Allocations	3.00%	7.00%
U.S. Plans | Hedge Funds, Multi-strategy [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Plan Asset Allocations	19.00%	14.00%
U.S. Plans | Private equity
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	$ 2,745	$ 2,784
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	2,745	2,782
U.S. Plans | Private equity | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	1
U.S. Plans | Private equity | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	1
U.S. Plans | Private equity | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	$ 0	$ 0
U.S. Plans | Private Equity Funds Buyout [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Plan Asset Allocations	59.00%	62.00%
U.S. Plans | Private Equity Funds Venture Capital [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Plan Asset Allocations	31.00%	27.00%
U.S. Plans | Private Equity Funds Mezzanine Distressed [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Plan Asset Allocations	5.00%	6.00%
U.S. Plans | Private Equity Funds Other [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Plan Asset Allocations	5.00%	5.00%
U.S. Plans | Real estate
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	$ 983	$ 823
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	963	821
U.S. Plans | Real estate | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
U.S. Plans | Real estate | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	20	2
U.S. Plans | Real estate | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	$ 0	$ 0
U.S. Plans | Real Estate Core [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Plan Asset Allocations	42.00%	42.00%
U.S. Plans | Real Estate Value Added and Opportunistic [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Plan Asset Allocations	58.00%	58.00%
U.S. Plans | Cash and cash equivalents
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	$ 1,324	$ 1,374
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	0	0
U.S. Plans | Cash and cash equivalents | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	221	0
U.S. Plans | Cash and cash equivalents | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	1,103	1,374
U.S. Plans | Cash and cash equivalents | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
U.S. Plans | Other
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	(1,227)	(145)
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	0	0
U.S. Plans | Other | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
U.S. Plans | Other | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	(1,227)	(145)
U.S. Plans | Other | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan Fair Value Of Plan Assets Dividends And Interest Receivable	94	112
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	25,141	25,675	$ 23,843
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	3,570	3,628
Non-U.S. Plans | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	3,076	4,121
Non-U.S. Plans | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	13,238	13,201
Non-U.S. Plans | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	5,257	4,725
Non-U.S. Plans | Equity
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	3,346	4,374
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	115	174
Non-U.S. Plans | Equity | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	2,937	4,029
Non-U.S. Plans | Equity | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	293	171
Non-U.S. Plans | Equity | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	1	0
Non-U.S. Plans | U.S. companies
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	1,734	2,268
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	86	149
Non-U.S. Plans | U.S. companies | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	1,647	2,119
Non-U.S. Plans | U.S. companies | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	1	0
Non-U.S. Plans | U.S. companies | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | International companies
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	1,612	2,106
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	29	25
Non-U.S. Plans | International companies | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	1,290	1,910
Non-U.S. Plans | International companies | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	292	171
Non-U.S. Plans | International companies | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	1	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Fixed Income
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	13,971	13,979
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	379	489
Non-U.S. Plans | Fixed Income | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	139	92
Non-U.S. Plans | Fixed Income | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	13,453	13,398
Non-U.S. Plans | Fixed Income | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | U.S. government
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	138	92
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | U.S. government | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	138	92
Non-U.S. Plans | U.S. government | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | U.S. government | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | U.S. government-sponsored enterprises
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	10	24
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | U.S. government-sponsored enterprises | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | U.S. government-sponsored enterprises | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	10	24
Non-U.S. Plans | U.S. government-sponsored enterprises | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Non-U.S. government
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	10,650	10,727
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Non-U.S. government | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Non-U.S. government | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	10,650	10,727
Non-U.S. Plans | Non-U.S. government | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Investment grade
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	2,027	1,741
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Investment grade | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Investment grade | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	2,027	1,741
Non-U.S. Plans | Investment grade | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | High yield
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	539	472
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | High yield | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | High yield | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	539	472
Non-U.S. Plans | High yield | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Other credit
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	65	81
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Other credit | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Other credit | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	65	81
Non-U.S. Plans | Other credit | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Mortgage/other asset-backed
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	292	230
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Mortgage/other asset-backed | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Mortgage/other asset-backed | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	292	230
Non-U.S. Plans | Mortgage/other asset-backed | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Commingled funds
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	379	616
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	379	489
Non-U.S. Plans | Commingled funds | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Commingled funds | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	127
Non-U.S. Plans | Commingled funds | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Fixed Income Funds Net Derivative Financial Instruments [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	(129)	(4)
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Fixed Income Funds Net Derivative Financial Instruments [Member] | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	1	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Fixed Income Funds Net Derivative Financial Instruments [Member] | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	(130)	(4)
Non-U.S. Plans | Fixed Income Funds Net Derivative Financial Instruments [Member] | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Alternatives
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	3,185	3,054
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	3,076	2,965
Non-U.S. Plans | Alternatives | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Alternatives | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	109	89
Non-U.S. Plans | Alternatives | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Hedge funds
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	1,870	1,837
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	1,762	1,749
Non-U.S. Plans | Hedge funds | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Hedge funds | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	108	88
Non-U.S. Plans | Hedge funds | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Private equity
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	633	538
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	633	538
Non-U.S. Plans | Private equity | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Private equity | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Private equity | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Real estate
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	682	679
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	681	678
Non-U.S. Plans | Real estate | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Real estate | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	1	1
Non-U.S. Plans | Real estate | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	$ 0	$ 0
Non-U.S. Plans | Real Estate Core [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Plan Asset Allocations	41.00%	39.00%
Non-U.S. Plans | Real Estate Value Added and Opportunistic [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Plan Asset Allocations	59.00%	61.00%
Non-U.S. Plans | Cash and cash equivalents
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	$ 556	$ 656
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Cash and cash equivalents | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Cash and cash equivalents | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	556	656
Non-U.S. Plans | Cash and cash equivalents | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Other
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	4,083	3,612
Net Asset Value Excluded From Fair Value By Input	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Other | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	0	0
Non-U.S. Plans | Other | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	(1,173)	(1,113)
Non-U.S. Plans | Other | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	$ 5,256	$ 4,725
United Kingdom and Canadian [Member] | Hedge Funds Global Macro [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Plan Asset Allocations	17.00%	13.00%
United Kingdom and Canadian [Member] | Hedge Funds, Event Driven [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Plan Asset Allocations	26.00%	33.00%
United Kingdom and Canadian [Member] | Hedge Funds, Equity Long (Short) [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Plan Asset Allocations	38.00%	39.00%
United Kingdom and Canadian [Member] | Hedge Funds Relative Value [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Plan Asset Allocations	7.00%	5.00%
United Kingdom and Canadian [Member] | Hedge Funds, Multi-strategy [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Plan Asset Allocations	12.00%	10.00%
Ford Werke GmbH [Member] | Non-U.S. Plans | Other Pension Benefit Plan Asset Insurance Contracts [Member] | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets	$ 4,400	$ 3,800

Retirement Benefits - Changes i

Retirement Benefits - Changes in Level 3 Pension Benefit Plan Assets Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan Fair Value Measurement With Unobservable Inputs Change in Technique Quantification of Effect	$ 725
U.S. Plans
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair Value Beginning Balance	48	$ 38
Attributable to Assets Held at December 31	(9)	0
Attributable To Assets Sold	0	(4)
Net Purchases/(Settlements)	(4)	33
Transfers into / (out of) Level 3, net	(13)	(19)
Fair Value Ending Balance	22	48
U.S. Plans | Equity
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair Value Beginning Balance	0	4
Attributable to Assets Held at December 31	0	0
Attributable To Assets Sold	0	(4)
Net Purchases/(Settlements)	0	0
Transfers into / (out of) Level 3, net	1	0
Fair Value Ending Balance	1	0
U.S. Plans | U.S. companies
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair Value Beginning Balance	0	3
Attributable to Assets Held at December 31		0
Attributable To Assets Sold		(3)
Net Purchases/(Settlements)		0
Transfers into / (out of) Level 3, net		0
Fair Value Ending Balance		0
U.S. Plans | International companies
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair Value Beginning Balance	0	1
Attributable to Assets Held at December 31	0	0
Attributable To Assets Sold	0	(1)
Net Purchases/(Settlements)	0	0
Transfers into / (out of) Level 3, net	1	0
Fair Value Ending Balance	1	0
U.S. Plans | Fixed Income
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair Value Beginning Balance	48	33
Attributable to Assets Held at December 31	(9)	0
Attributable To Assets Sold	0	0
Net Purchases/(Settlements)	(4)	34
Transfers into / (out of) Level 3, net	(14)	(19)
Fair Value Ending Balance	21	48
U.S. Plans | High yield
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair Value Beginning Balance	14
Attributable to Assets Held at December 31	(5)
Attributable To Assets Sold	0
Net Purchases/(Settlements)	0
Transfers into / (out of) Level 3, net	0
Fair Value Ending Balance	9	14
U.S. Plans | Other credit
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair Value Beginning Balance	14	0
Attributable to Assets Held at December 31		0
Attributable To Assets Sold		0
Net Purchases/(Settlements)		0
Transfers into / (out of) Level 3, net		14
Fair Value Ending Balance		14
U.S. Plans | Mortgage/other asset-backed
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair Value Beginning Balance	34	33
Attributable to Assets Held at December 31	(4)	0
Attributable To Assets Sold	0	0
Net Purchases/(Settlements)	(4)	34
Transfers into / (out of) Level 3, net	(14)	(33)
Fair Value Ending Balance	12	34
U.S. Plans | Other
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair Value Beginning Balance	0	1
Attributable to Assets Held at December 31		0
Attributable To Assets Sold		0
Net Purchases/(Settlements)		(1)
Transfers into / (out of) Level 3, net		0
Fair Value Ending Balance		0
Foreign Pension Plan, Defined Benefit [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair Value Beginning Balance	4,725	5,370
Attributable to Assets Held at December 31	531	1
Attributable To Assets Sold	0	(283)
Net Purchases/(Settlements)	0	(247)
Transfers into / (out of) Level 3, net	1	(116)
Fair Value Ending Balance	5,257	4,725
Foreign Pension Plan, Defined Benefit [Member] | Equity
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair Value Beginning Balance	0	2
Attributable to Assets Held at December 31	0	0
Attributable To Assets Sold	0	(1)
Net Purchases/(Settlements)	0	(1)
Transfers into / (out of) Level 3, net	1	0
Fair Value Ending Balance	1	0
Foreign Pension Plan, Defined Benefit [Member] | International companies
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair Value Beginning Balance	0	2
Attributable to Assets Held at December 31	0	0
Attributable To Assets Sold	0	(1)
Net Purchases/(Settlements)	0	(1)
Transfers into / (out of) Level 3, net	1	0
Fair Value Ending Balance	1	0
Foreign Pension Plan, Defined Benefit [Member] | Fixed Income
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair Value Beginning Balance	0	170
Attributable to Assets Held at December 31		1
Attributable To Assets Sold		0
Net Purchases/(Settlements)		(55)
Transfers into / (out of) Level 3, net		(116)
Fair Value Ending Balance		0
Foreign Pension Plan, Defined Benefit [Member] | Non-U.S. government
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair Value Beginning Balance	0	67
Attributable to Assets Held at December 31		(2)
Attributable To Assets Sold		0
Net Purchases/(Settlements)		(12)
Transfers into / (out of) Level 3, net		(53)
Fair Value Ending Balance		0
Foreign Pension Plan, Defined Benefit [Member] | Investment grade
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair Value Beginning Balance	0	55
Attributable to Assets Held at December 31		3
Attributable To Assets Sold		0
Net Purchases/(Settlements)		(17)
Transfers into / (out of) Level 3, net		(41)
Fair Value Ending Balance		0
Foreign Pension Plan, Defined Benefit [Member] | High yield
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair Value Beginning Balance	0	21
Attributable to Assets Held at December 31		0
Attributable To Assets Sold		0
Net Purchases/(Settlements)		(15)
Transfers into / (out of) Level 3, net		(6)
Fair Value Ending Balance		0
Foreign Pension Plan, Defined Benefit [Member] | Other credit
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair Value Beginning Balance	0	13
Attributable to Assets Held at December 31		0
Attributable To Assets Sold		0
Net Purchases/(Settlements)		(7)
Transfers into / (out of) Level 3, net		(6)
Fair Value Ending Balance		0
Foreign Pension Plan, Defined Benefit [Member] | Mortgage/other asset-backed
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair Value Beginning Balance	0	14
Attributable to Assets Held at December 31		0
Attributable To Assets Sold		0
Net Purchases/(Settlements)		(4)
Transfers into / (out of) Level 3, net		(10)
Fair Value Ending Balance		0
Foreign Pension Plan, Defined Benefit [Member] | Other
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair Value Beginning Balance	4,725	5,198
Attributable to Assets Held at December 31	531	0
Attributable To Assets Sold	0	(282)
Net Purchases/(Settlements)	0	(191)
Transfers into / (out of) Level 3, net	0	0
Fair Value Ending Balance	5,256	4,725
Foreign Pension Plan, Defined Benefit [Member] | Other Pension Benefit Plan Asset Insurance Contracts [Member] | Ford Werke GmbH [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair Value Beginning Balance	3,800
Fair Value Ending Balance	$ 4,400	$ 3,800

Debt And Commitments - Debt Out

Debt And Commitments - Debt Outstanding (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Automotive [Member]
Debt Outstanding [Abstract]
Short-term Debt	$ 818	$ 373
Debt payable within one year	1,779	2,501
Debt payable after one year	11,060	11,323
Unamortized (discount)/premium	(412)	(144)
Unamortized Debt Issuance Expense	(60)	0
Total Debt	12,839	13,824
Fair value of debt	14,199	15,553
Short Term Debt Carrying Value Fair Value	560	131
Debt Instruments [Abstract]
Interest accrued on debt	213	180
Interest Paid, Net	693	774	$ 746
Automotive [Member] | Other debt [Member]
Debt Outstanding [Abstract]
Debt payable within one year	370	350
Debt payable after one year	1,696	1,000
Automotive [Member] | Public Unsecured Debt Securities [Member]
Debt Outstanding [Abstract]
Public unsecured debt securities	6,594	6,634
Debt, principal amount	$ 6,594	$ 6,795
Automotive [Member] | Short-term Debt [Member]
Debt Outstanding [Abstract]
Average contractual (interest rate)	7.30%	1.90%
Average effective (interest rate)	7.30%	1.90%
Automotive [Member] | Long-term Debt [Member]
Debt Outstanding [Abstract]
Average contractual (interest rate)	5.30%	4.60%
Average effective (interest rate)	6.00%	4.60%
Automotive [Member] | DOE ATVM Incentive Program
Debt Outstanding [Abstract]
Debt payable within one year	$ 591	$ 591
Debt payable after one year	3,242	3,833
Automotive [Member] | EIB Credit Facility [Member]
Debt Outstanding [Abstract]
Debt payable within one year	0	1,187
Financial Services [Member]
Debt Outstanding [Abstract]
Short-term Debt	12,123	11,138
Unamortized (discount)/premium	(29)	(55)
Unamortized Debt Issuance Expense	(216)
Adjustment Fair Value Hedging Instruments Unsecured Debt	458	428
Long-term Debt and Capital Lease Obligations, Including Current Maturities	107,892	94,209
Total Debt	120,015	105,347
Fair value of debt	121,170	107,758
Short Term Debt Carrying Value Fair Value	10,300	9,800
Debt Instruments [Abstract]
Interest accrued on debt	568	602
Interest Paid, Net	2,400	2,700	$ 2,800
Financial Services [Member] | Unsecured short-term debt [Member]
Debt Outstanding [Abstract]
Short-term Debt	10,268	9,761
Financial Services [Member] | Asset backed Commercial Paper [Member]
Debt Outstanding [Abstract]
Short-term Debt	1,855	1,377
Financial Services [Member] | Unsecured Debt [Member]
Debt Outstanding [Abstract]
Debt payable within one year	10,241	8,795
Debt payable after one year	49,193	43,087
Financial Services [Member] | Asset-backed debt [Member]
Debt Outstanding [Abstract]
Debt payable within one year	18,855	16,738
Debt payable after one year	$ 29,390	$ 25,216
Financial Services [Member] | Short-term Debt [Member]
Debt Outstanding [Abstract]
Average contractual (interest rate)	1.60%	1.90%
Average effective (interest rate)	1.60%	1.90%
Financial Services [Member] | Long-term Debt [Member]
Debt Outstanding [Abstract]
Average contractual (interest rate)	2.30%	2.80%
Average effective (interest rate)	2.40%	2.90%

Debt And Commitments - Maturiti

Debt And Commitments - Maturities (Details) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2015USD ($)
Automotive [Member]
Maturities - Due in next twelve months	$ 1,779
Maturities - Due in Second Year	1,129
Maturities - Due in Third Year	1,167
Maturities - Due in Fourth Year	809
Maturities - Due in Fifth Year	863
Maturities - Thereafter	7,564
Debt Instruments Unamortized Premium/(Discount) and Fair Value Adjustments	(472)
Contractual Obligation	12,839
Automotive [Member] | DOE ATVM Incentive Program
Maturities - Due in next twelve months	591
Maturities - Due in Second Year	591
Maturities - Due in Third Year	591
Maturities - Due in Fourth Year	591
Maturities - Due in Fifth Year	591
Maturities - Thereafter	878
Debt Instruments Unamortized Premium/(Discount) and Fair Value Adjustments	0
Contractual Obligation	3,833
Automotive [Member] | Public Unsecured Debt Securities [Member]
Maturities - Due in next twelve months	0
Maturities - Due in Second Year	0
Maturities - Due in Third Year	361
Maturities - Due in Fourth Year	0
Maturities - Due in Fifth Year	0
Maturities - Thereafter	6,233
Debt Instruments Unamortized Premium/(Discount) and Fair Value Adjustments	(200)
Contractual Obligation	6,394
Automotive [Member] | Short Term and Other Debt [Member]
Maturities - Due in next twelve months	1,188
Maturities - Due in Second Year	538
Maturities - Due in Third Year	215
Maturities - Due in Fourth Year	218
Maturities - Due in Fifth Year	272
Maturities - Thereafter	453
Debt Instruments Unamortized Premium/(Discount) and Fair Value Adjustments	(272)
Contractual Obligation	2,612
Financial Services [Member]
Maturities - Due in next twelve months	41,219
Maturities - Due in Second Year	29,610
Maturities - Due in Third Year	15,928
Maturities - Due in Fourth Year	9,727
Maturities - Due in Fifth Year	10,696
Maturities - Thereafter	12,622
Debt Instruments Unamortized Premium/(Discount) and Fair Value Adjustments	213
Contractual Obligation	120,015
Financial Services [Member] | Unsecured Debt [Member]
Maturities - Due in next twelve months	20,509
Maturities - Due in Second Year	12,501
Maturities - Due in Third Year	11,288
Maturities - Due in Fourth Year	6,151
Maturities - Due in Fifth Year	6,931
Maturities - Thereafter	12,322
Debt Instruments Unamortized Premium/(Discount) and Fair Value Adjustments	274
Contractual Obligation	69,976
Financial Services [Member] | Asset-backed debt [Member]
Maturities - Due in next twelve months	20,710
Maturities - Due in Second Year	17,109
Maturities - Due in Third Year	4,640
Maturities - Due in Fourth Year	3,576
Maturities - Due in Fifth Year	3,765
Maturities - Thereafter	300
Debt Instruments Unamortized Premium/(Discount) and Fair Value Adjustments	(61)
Contractual Obligation	$ 50,039

Debt and Commitments - Public U

Debt and Commitments - Public Unsecured Debt Securities (Details) - Automotive [Member] - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Debentures due September 15, 2021 [Member]
Public Unsecured Debt Aggregate Principal Amount Outstanding of On Lent Securities	$ 180
Public Unsecured Debt Securities [Member]
Debt, principal amount	6,594	$ 6,795
Public Unsecured Debt Securities [Member] | Debentures due March 26, 2015 [Member]
Debt, principal amount	$ 0	161
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	4.875%
Public Unsecured Debt Securities [Member] | Debentures due August 1, 2018 [Member]
Debt, principal amount	$ 361	361
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	6.50%
Public Unsecured Debt Securities [Member] | Debentures due January 15, 2022 [Member]
Debt, principal amount	$ 86	86
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	8.875%
Public Unsecured Debt Securities [Member] | Debentures due November 15, 2025 [Member]
Debt, principal amount	$ 209	209
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	7.125%
Public Unsecured Debt Securities [Member] | Debentures due August 1, 2026 [Member]
Debt, principal amount	$ 193	193
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	7.50%
Public Unsecured Debt Securities [Member] | Debentures due February 15, 2028 [Member]
Debt, principal amount	$ 104	104
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	6.625%
Public Unsecured Debt Securities [Member] | Debentures due October 1, 2028 [Member]
Debt, principal amount	$ 638	638
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	6.625%
Public Unsecured Debt Securities [Member] | Debentures due February 1, 2029 [Member]
Debt, principal amount	$ 260	260
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	6.375%
Public Unsecured Debt Securities [Member] | GLOBLS due July 16 2031 [Member]
Debt, principal amount	$ 1,794	1,794
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	7.45%
Public Unsecured Debt Securities [Member] | Debentures due January 15, 2032 [Member]
Debt, principal amount	$ 151	151
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	8.90%
Public Unsecured Debt Securities [Member] | Debentures due February 15, 2032 [Member]
Debt, principal amount	$ 4	4
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	9.95%
Public Unsecured Debt Securities [Member] | Debentures due April 2, 2035 [Member]
Debt, principal amount	$ 0	40
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	5.75%
Public Unsecured Debt Securities [Member] | Debentures due June 15, 2043 [Member]
Debt, principal amount	$ 73	73
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	7.75%
Public Unsecured Debt Securities [Member] | Debentures due November 1, 2046 [Member]
Debt, principal amount	$ 398	398
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	7.40%
Public Unsecured Debt Securities [Member] | Debentures due February 15, 2047 [Member]
Debt, principal amount	$ 181	181
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	9.98%
Public Unsecured Debt Securities [Member] | Debentures due May 15, 2097 [Member]
Debt, principal amount	$ 142	142
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	7.70%
Public Unsecured Debt Securities [Member] | Notes Due January 15, 2043 [Member]
Debt, principal amount	$ 2,000	$ 2,000
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	4.75%
Public Unsecured Debt Securities [Member] | Debentures due September 15, 2021 [Member]
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	9.215%

Debt and Commitments - Debt Ins

Debt and Commitments - Debt Instruments ATVM Incentive Program, EIB Credit Facility, and Automotive Credit Facilities (Details) - Automotive [Member] $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015USD ($)
DOE ATVM Incentive Program
Notes Due [Abstract]
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity	$ 5,900
Line of Credit Facility, Remaining Borrowing Capacity	$ 3,800
Line of Credit Facility, Interest Rate During Period	2.30%
Line of Credit Facility, Frequency of Payments	quarterly
Line of Credit Facility, Periodic Payment	$ 148
Line of Credit Facility, Date of First Required Payment	Sep. 15, 2012
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
Notes Due [Abstract]
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity	$ 13,400
Debt Covenant Minimum Liquidity Amount	4,000
Line of Credit Facility, Amount Outstanding	$ 48
Revolving Credit Facility, Maturing April 30, 2020 [Member]
Notes Due [Abstract]
Line of Credit, Percent Maturing	75.00%
Revolving Credit Facility, Maturing April 30, 2018 [Member] [Member]
Notes Due [Abstract]
Line of Credit, Percent Maturing	25.00%
Revolving Credit Facility, Committed to Ford Credit [Member]
Notes Due [Abstract]
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity	$ 3,000
Automotive Affiliates Debt [Member]
Notes Due [Abstract]
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity	1,500
Line of Credit Facility, Amount Outstanding	$ 836

Debt and Commitments - Asset Ba

Debt and Commitments - Asset Backed Debt (Details) - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Asset Backed Debt [Abstract]
Interest expense	$ 3,227,000,000	$ 3,496,000,000	$ 3,689,000,000
Cash and cash equivalents	14,272,000,000	10,757,000,000	14,468,000,000	$ 15,659,000,000
Finance receivables, net	90,691,000,000	81,111,000,000
Net investment in operating leases	27,093,000,000	23,217,000,000
Financial Services [Member]
Asset Backed Debt [Abstract]
Contractual Obligation	120,015,000,000
Derivative income/(expense)	481,000,000	512,000,000	110,000,000
Interest expense	2,454,000,000	2,699,000,000	2,860,000,000
Cash and cash equivalents	8,886,000,000	6,190,000,000	9,509,000,000	$ 9,412,000,000
Finance receivables, net	96,063,000,000	86,141,000,000
Net investment in operating leases	25,079,000,000	21,518,000,000
Financial Services [Member] | Asset-backed debt [Member]
Asset Backed Debt [Abstract]
Contractual Obligation	50,039,000,000
Financial Services [Member] | Asset-backed debt [Member] | Securitization Transactions [Member]
Asset Backed Debt [Abstract]
Derivative income/(expense)	2,000,000	4,000,000	(25,000,000)
Interest expense	630,000,000	595,000,000	$ 640,000,000
Cash and cash equivalents	4,300,000,000	2,400,000,000
Finance receivables, net	53,600,000,000	46,100,000,000
Net investment in operating leases	13,300,000,000	9,600,000,000
Long-term Debt, Gross	50,000,000,000	43,300,000,000
Financial Services [Member] | Asset-backed debt [Member] | Securitization Transactions [Member] | Minimum [Member]
Asset Backed Debt [Abstract]
Cash contribution for collateral to support Wholesale Securitization Program	0	0
Financial Services [Member] | Asset-backed debt [Member] | Securitization Transactions [Member] | Maximum [Member]
Asset Backed Debt [Abstract]
Cash contribution for collateral to support Wholesale Securitization Program	$ 72,000,000	$ 242,000,000

Credit Facilities and Committed

Credit Facilities and Committed Liquidity Programs (Details) - Financial Services [Member] - Ford Credit [Member] $ in Billions	Dec. 31, 2015USD ($)
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity	$ 38.5
Line of Credit Facility, Remaining Borrowing Capacity	$ 17.1

Redeemable Noncontrolling Int89

Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest (Details) - Auto Alliance International [Member] - USD ($) $ in Millions	1 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2015
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest [Line Items]
Noncontrolling Interest, Ownership Percentage by Parent		50.00%
Redeemable Non Controlling Interest Exercise Price plus Accrued Interest	$ 342
Mazda [Member]
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest [Line Items]
Noncontrolling Interest, Ownership Percentage by Noncontrolling Owners	50.00%	50.00%

Variable Interest Entities - VI

Variable Interest Entities - VIEs of Which We Are Not the Primary Beneficiary (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Variable Interest Entity, Not Primary Beneficiary [Member]
Total maximum exposure	$ 251	$ 307

Derivative Financial Instrume91

Derivative Financial Instruments and Hedging Activities Income Effect of Derivative Financial Instruments (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Derivative [Line Items]
Maximum Length of Time Hedged in Cash Flow Hedge	2 years
Automotive [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Gain/(Loss) Recognized in Income	$ 56	$ 224	$ (193)
Automotive [Member] | Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] | Cash Flow Hedging [Member] | Foreign currency exchange contracts [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Gain/(Loss) Reclassified from AOCI to Income	(239)	78	(80)
Gain/(Loss) Recognized in Income	0		(3)
Gain/(Loss) Recorded in OCI	123	(271)	317
Automotive [Member] | Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] | Foreign currency exchange contracts [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Gain/(Loss) Recognized in Income	359	193	(26)
Automotive [Member] | Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] | Commodity Contract [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Gain/(Loss) Recognized in Income	(64)	(47)	(84)
Financial Services [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Gain/(Loss) Recognized in Income	481	512	110
Financial Services [Member] | Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Change in Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Fair Value Hedging Instruments	72	407	(658)
Change in Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Hedged Item in Fair Value Hedge	(69)	(387)	614
Financial Services [Member] | Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] | Fair Value Hedging [Member] | Interest rate contracts [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Net interest settlements and accruals excluded from the assessment of hedge effectiveness	370	304	254
Ineffectiveness	3	20	(44)
Financial Services [Member] | Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] | Foreign currency exchange contracts [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Gain/(Loss) Recognized in Income	66	68	21
Financial Services [Member] | Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] | Interest rate contracts [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Gain/(Loss) Recognized in Income	(58)	(41)	(33)
Financial Services [Member] | Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] | Cross-currency interest rate swap contracts [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Gain/(Loss) Recognized in Income	$ 100	$ 161	$ (88)

Balance Sheet Effect of Derivat

Balance Sheet Effect of Derivative Financial Instruments (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Automotive [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional	$ 32,631	$ 28,325
Fair Value of Assets	928	517
Fair Value of Liabilities	630	713
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Amount Not Offset Against Collateral	(567)	(463)
Derivative Liability, Fair Value, Amount Not Offset Against Collateral	(567)	(463)
Derivative Asset	361	54
Derivative Liability	63	250
Automotive [Member] | Foreign currency exchange contracts [Member] | Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional	19,395	12,198
Fair Value of Assets	404	157
Fair Value of Liabilities	238	129
Automotive [Member] | Commodity Contract [Member] | Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional	643	693
Fair Value of Assets	2	1
Fair Value of Liabilities	26	67
Automotive [Member] | Cash Flow Hedging [Member] | Foreign currency exchange contracts [Member] | Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional	12,593	15,434
Fair Value of Assets	522	359
Fair Value of Liabilities	366	517
Financial Services [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional	96,452	83,713
Fair Value of Assets	924	859
Fair Value of Liabilities	243	167
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Amount Not Offset Against Collateral	(166)	(136)
Derivative Liability, Fair Value, Amount Not Offset Against Collateral	(166)	(136)
Derivative Asset	758	723
Derivative Liability	77	31
Financial Services [Member] | Foreign currency exchange contracts [Member] | Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional	1,713	1,527
Fair Value of Assets	22	18
Fair Value of Liabilities	4	1
Financial Services [Member] | Interest rate contracts [Member] | Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional	62,638	56,558
Fair Value of Assets	159	168
Fair Value of Liabilities	112	89
Financial Services [Member] | Cross-currency interest rate swap contracts [Member] | Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional	3,137	2,425
Fair Value of Assets	73	71
Fair Value of Liabilities	111	39
Financial Services [Member] | Fair Value Hedging [Member] | Interest rate contracts [Member] | Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional	28,964	23,203
Fair Value of Assets	670	602
Fair Value of Liabilities	$ 16	$ 38

Accumulated Other Comprehensi93

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income/(Loss) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income/(Loss) [Line Items]
Gain/(Loss) on available-for-sale securities held by an unconsolidated subsidiary of Ford Motor Company	$ 2
Cash Flow Hedge Gain (Loss) to be Reclassified within Twelve Months	132
Marketable Securities
Net gains/(losses) on available for sale securities	(6)		$ 0
Pension and other postretirement benefits
Total AOCI ending balance	(6,257)	$ (5,265)
Parent Company [Member]
Foreign currency transaction
Beginning balance	(2,438)	(2,402)	(1,881)
Gains/(Losses) on foreign currency translation	(1,146)	(136)	(685)
Gains/(Losses) on foreign currency translation, tax	0	53	(53)
Net gains/(losses) on foreign currency translation	(1,146)	(189)	(632)
(Gains)/Losses reclassified from AOCI to net income	14	153	111
Other comprehensive income/(loss), net of tax	(1,132)	(36)	(521)
Ending balance	(3,570)	(2,438)	(2,402)
Marketable Securities
Beginning balance	0	0	0
Gains/(Losses) on available for sale securities	(10)	0	0
Gains/(Losses) on available for sale securities, tax	(4)	0	0
Net gains/(losses) on available for sale securities	(6)	0	0
(Gains)/Losses reclassified from AOCI to net income	0	0	0
(Gains)/Losses reclassified from AOCI to net income, tax	0		0
Net (gains)/losses reclassified from AOCI to net income	0	0	0
Other comprehensive income/(loss), net of tax	(6)	0	0
Ending balance	(6)	0	0
Derivative instruments
Beginning balance	(163)	19	(196)
Gains/(Losses) on derivative instruments	123	(271)	317
Gains/(Losses) on derivative instruments, tax	50	(96)	141
Net gains/(losses) on derivative instruments	73	(175)	176
(Gains)/Losses reclassified from AOCI to net income	239	(78)	80
(Gains)/Losses reclassified from AOCI to net income, tax	85	(71)	41
Net (gains)/losses reclassified from AOCI to net income	154	(7)	39
Other comprehensive income/(loss), net of tax	227	(182)	215
Ending balance	64	(163)	19
Pension and other postretirement benefits
Beginning balance	(2,664)	(2,641)	(2,594)
Prior service (costs)/credits arising during the period	(104)	(11)	2
Prior service cost arising during the period, tax	(41)	(2)	0
Net prior service (costs)/credits arising during the period	(63)	(9)	2
Amortization and recognition of prior service costs/(credits)	(1)	(19)	(43)
Recognition of (gains)/losses due to curtailments	0	0	(2)
Amortization and recognition of prior service costs/(credits), tax	6	(7)	(21)
Net prior service costs/(credits) reclassified from AOCI to net income	(7)	(12)	(24)
Translation impact on non-U.S. plans	(11)	(2)	(25)
Other comprehensive income/(loss), net of tax	(81)	(23)	(47)
Ending balance	(2,745)	(2,664)	(2,641)
Total AOCI ending balance	$ (6,257)	$ (5,265)	$ (5,024)

Other Income and Loss (Details)

Other Income and Loss (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Other Income and Loss [Abstract]
Interest Income	$ 309	$ 244	$ 213
Unrecognized Tax Benefits Interest Income	3	96	11
Total	1,188	76	974
Total	372	348	348
Financial Services [Member]
Other Income and Loss [Abstract]
Interest Income	76	51	50
Unrecognized Tax Benefits Interest Income	3	(13)	0
Insurance premiums earned	133	125	119
Other	160	185	179
Total	372	348	348
Automotive [Member]
Other Income and Loss [Abstract]
Interest Income	233	193	163
Unrecognized Tax Benefits Interest Income	0	109	0
Realized and unrealized gains/(losses) on cash equivalents and marketable securities	46	(9)	190
Gains/(Losses) on changes in investments in affiliates	42	(798)	(113)
Gains (Losses) on Extinguishment of Debt	1	(132)	(18)
Royalty income	666	559	577
Other	200	154	175
Total	$ 1,188	$ 76	$ 974

Share-Based Compensation (Detai

Share-Based Compensation (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
LTIP 2008 [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Percent Of Share Based Award Available For Grant In Succeeding Calendar Year	2.00%
Percent Of Share Based Award Available For Grant Limit On Increase	3.00%
Number of unused share-based awards carried forward	344,000,000
Performance Shares [Member]
Assumptions [Abstract]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Method Used	Monte Carlo simulation
Grant date fair value	$ 16.98
Share Price	$ 16.03
Expected volatility	23.30%
Risk free interest rate	1.09%
Annualized dividend yield	3.74%
Period Used In Expected Volatility Calculations	3 years
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Share Based Compensation Arrangement by Share based Payment Award Vesting Rights Percentage Anniversary Year 1	one-third
Share Based Compensation Arrangement by Share based Payment Award Vesting Rights Percentage Anniversary Year 2	one-third
Share Based Compensation Arrangement by Share based Payment Award Vesting Rights Percentage Anniversary Year 3	one-third
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Award Requisite Performance Period	3 years
Stock activity rollforward
Outstanding, beginning of year (in shares)	23,400,000
Granted (in shares)	13,800,000
Vested (in shares)	(9,200,000)
Forfeited (in shares)	(600,000)
Outstanding, end of year (in shares)	27,400,000	23,400,000
RSU-stock expected to vest (in shares)	26,900,000
Outstanding, beginning of year (weighted-average grant date fair value)	$ 14.01
Granted (weighted-average grant-date fair value)	15.86
Vested (weighted-average grant-date fair value)	13.63
Forfeited (weighted-average grant-date fair value)	15.26
Outstanding, end of year (weighted-average grant date fair value)	$ 15.04	$ 14.01
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Vested	$ 126	$ 102	$ 101
Weighted average for multiple grant dates (per unit)	15.86	15.40	12.77
Compensation cost [Abstract]
Compensation cost	$ 125	$ 95	$ 81
Tax benefit from compensation expense	65	$ 49	$ 48
Unrealized compensation cost on non-vested stock	$ 87
Unrealized compensation weighted average period non-vested stock	1 year 11 months
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member] | 2014 Plan RSU Awards [Member]
Stock activity rollforward
Vested, Unissued (in shares)	218,184
Employee Stock Option [Member]
Stock Options [Abstract]
Outstanding (in shares)	45,400,000	63,800,000
Exercisable (in shares)	39,300,000	51,500,000
Intrinsic value of vested options	$ 189
Intrinsic value of unvested options (after forfeitures)	$ 3
Average remaining term	4 years
Average remaining term after forfeitures	7 years 11 months
Cash received from exercise of stock options	$ 151
New stock issuances to settle exercised options	272
Compensation cost [Abstract]
Compensation cost	7
Tax benefit from compensation expense	3
Unrealized compensation cost on non-vested stock	$ 3
PeerGroup [Member] | Performance Shares [Member]
Assumptions [Abstract]
Expected volatility	24.10%

Employee Separation Actions a96

Employee Separation Actions and Exit and Disposal Activities (Details) - Automotive [Member] - Facility Closing [Member] - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended		21 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2014
Ford Europe [Member]
Business Restructuring [Abstract]
Restructuring and Related Cost, Total Incurred Cost, Excluding Pension			$ 1,100
Europe and Australia [Member]
Restructuring Reserve [Roll Forward]
Restructuring Reserve, Beginning Balance	$ 841	$ 497
Change in accruals	31	630
Payments	(617)	(189)
Foreign Currency Translation	(41)	(97)
Restructuring Reserve, Ending Balance	214	$ 841	$ 841
AUSTRALIA
Business Restructuring [Abstract]
Restructuring and Related Cost, Total Expected Cost, Excluding Pension	$ 220

Income Taxes (Details)

Income Taxes (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended		12 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Income before income taxes, excluding equity in net results of affilaited companies accounted for after-tax
U.S.			$ 5,374	$ 3,852	$ 12,318
Non-U.S.			4,878	(2,618)	2,053
Total			10,252	1,234	14,371
Current
Federal			75	(2)	(19)
Non-U.S.			572	389	453
State and local			17	(22)	(40)
Total current			664	365	394
Deferred
Federal			1,494	(735)	1,821
Non-U.S.			472	160	603
State and local			251	214	(393)
Total deferred expense (benefit)			2,217	(361)	2,031
Total			$ 2,881	$ 4	$ 2,425
Reconciliation of effective rate
U.S. statutory rate			35.00%	35.00%	35.00%
Non-U.S. tax rates under U.S. rates			(2.70%)	(5.20%)	(1.30%)
State and local income taxes			1.70%	8.30%	1.20%
General business credits			(3.00%)	(27.10%)	(2.40%)
Dispositions and restructurings			0.40%	13.00%	(10.70%)
U.S. tax on non-U.S. earnings			(3.00%)	(23.70%)	(3.40%)
Prior year settlements and claims			(0.40%)	(9.10%)	(0.10%)
Tax exempt income			(2.00%)	(24.10%)	(2.40%)
Enacted Change in tax rates			0.10%	3.90%	1.20%
Valuation allowances			3.60%	32.30%	(0.30%)
Other			(1.60%)	(3.00%)	0.10%
Effective rate			28.10%	0.30%	16.90%
Undistributed Foreign Earnings, Deferred Taxes Not Provided			$ 5,500
Undistributed Foreign Earnings, Potential Deferred Tax liability			800
Deferred tax assets
Employee benefit plans			6,620	$ 6,341
Net operating loss carryforwards			2,327	2,624
Tax credit carryforwards			6,456	6,745
Research expenditures			1,279	1,754
Dealer and customer allowances and claims			2,394	2,510
Other foreign deferred tax assets			442	252
All other			2,206	1,961
Total gross deferred tax assets			21,724	22,187
Less: valuation allowance			(1,831)	(1,604)
Total net deferred tax assets			19,893	20,583
Deferred tax liabilities
Leasing transactions			3,329	2,050
Deferred income			1,215	1,624
Depreciation and amortization (excluding leasing transactions)			2,484	1,967
Finance receivables			688	647
Other foreign deferred tax liabilities			407	352
All other			763	489
Total deferred tax liabilities			8,886	7,129
Net deferred tax assets/(liabilities)			11,007	13,454
Narrative [Abstract]
Operating Loss Carryforwards Not Subject to Expiration			6,000
Net operating loss carryforwards			2,327	2,624
Tax Credit Carryforwards			$ 6,500
Tax Credit Carryforward, Remaining Carryforward Period			5 years
Reconciliation of Unrecognized Tax Benefits [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance			$ 1,286	1,564
Increase - tax positions in prior periods			330	38
Increase - tax positions in current period			91	250
Decrease - tax positions in prior periods			(24)	(172)
Settlements			(65)	(372)
Lapse of statute of limitations			(7)	(6)
Foreign current translation adjustment			(10)	(16)
Ending balance		$ 1,564	1,601	1,286	$ 1,564
Unrecognized Tax Benefits that Would Impact Effective Tax Rate			1,500	1,200
Unrecognized Tax Benefits Interest Income			3	96	11
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Interest on Income Taxes Accrued			(93)	23
Income Taxes Paid, Net			585	467	538
Europe [Member]
Reconciliation of effective rate
Deferred Tax Asset Related to Dispositions and Restructuring		$ 1,500
South America [Member]
Narrative [Abstract]
Operating Loss Carryforwards, Valuation Allowance			1,800
OperatingLossCarryforward [Member]
Narrative [Abstract]
Operating Loss Carryforwards Not Subject to Expiration			4,900
Financial Services [Member]
Reconciliation of Unrecognized Tax Benefits [Roll Forward]
Unrecognized Tax Benefits Interest Income			$ 3	$ (13)	$ 0
Financial Services [Member] | International [Member]
Current
Non-U.S.	$ (245)

Changes in Investments in Aff98

Changes in Investments in Affiliates (Details) - Automotive [Member] - USD ($) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2015	Jul. 31, 2015	Jun. 30, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Jun. 30, 2014	Dec. 31, 2015	Oct. 31, 2011
Blue Diamond Truck, S. de R.L. de C.V. [Member]
Changes in Investments in Affiliates [Abstract]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage						25.00%
Equity Method Investment, Realized Gain (Loss) on Disposal			$ 19
Ford Sollers Netherlands B.V. [Member]
Changes in Investments in Affiliates [Abstract]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage							50.00%
Equity Method Investment, Other than Temporary Impairment					$ 329
Ford Sollers Netherlands B.V. [Member]
Changes in Investments in Affiliates [Abstract]
Noncontrolling Interest, Ownership Percentage by Noncontrolling Owners			50.00%
Fair Value Inputs, Discount Rate	17.00%
Cash and Equivalents	$ 40
Other receivables, net	113
Inventories	258
Net property	541
Other assets	25
Total assets	977
Payables	514
Debt	370
Total liabilities	884
Redeemable non-controlling interest, fair value			$ 93
Ford Sollers Netherlands B.V. [Member] | Consolidation, Eliminations [Member]
Changes in Investments in Affiliates [Abstract]
Total assets	(10)
Total liabilities	$ (394)
Equity Securities [Member]
Changes in Investments in Affiliates [Abstract]
Trading Securities, Unrealized Holding Gain		$ 150
VENEZUELA
Changes in Investments in Affiliates [Abstract]
Gain/(Loss) due to Change from Consolidated to Cost Method				$ (800)

Capital Stock and Earnings Pe99

Capital Stock and Earnings Per Share (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, shares in Millions, $ in Millions	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Sep. 30, 2015	Jun. 30, 2015	Mar. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Sep. 30, 2014	Jun. 30, 2014	Mar. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Basic and Diluted Income Attributable to Ford Motor Company [Abstract]
Basic income	$ 1,868	$ 2,192	$ 2,160	$ 1,153	$ (2,517)	$ 1,019	$ 1,497	$ 1,232	$ 7,373	$ 1,231	$ 11,953
Diluted income									$ 7,373	$ 1,231	$ 11,999
Basic and Diluted Shares [Abstract]
Basic shares (average shares outstanding)									3,969	3,912	3,935
Net dilutive options and warrants									33	46	51
Diluted shares									4,002	3,958	4,087
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount										87
Convertible 2016 Notes [Member]
Basic and Diluted Income Attributable to Ford Motor Company [Abstract]
Effect of dilutive Convertible Notes											$ 45
Basic and Diluted Shares [Abstract]
Dilutive Convertible Notes											98
Convertible 2036 Notes [Member]
Basic and Diluted Income Attributable to Ford Motor Company [Abstract]
Effect of dilutive Convertible Notes											$ 1
Basic and Diluted Shares [Abstract]
Dilutive Convertible Notes											3
Common Stock [Member]
Capital Stock And Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Stock Voting Power Percentage	60.00%								60.00%
First Liquidation Right Amount Available For Distribution Per Share	$ 0.50								$ 0.50
Third Liquidation Right Amount Available For Distribution Per Share	$ 0.50								$ 0.50
Class B Stock [Member]
Capital Stock And Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Stock Voting Power Percentage	40.00%								40.00%
Second Liquidation Right Amount Available For Distribution Per Share	$ 1								$ 1

Segment Information (Details)

Segment Information (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Sep. 30, 2015	Jun. 30, 2015	Mar. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Sep. 30, 2014	Jun. 30, 2014	Mar. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Segment Information [Line Items]
Revenues, Sales net Automotive									$ 140,566	$ 135,782	$ 139,369
Revenues, Financial Services									8,992	8,295	7,548
Revenues									149,558	144,077	146,917
Income before income taxes	$ 1,896	$ 3,291	$ 3,286	$ 1,779	$ (3,963)	$ 1,257	$ 2,356	$ 1,584	10,252	1,234	14,371
Depreciation and tooling amortization									7,993	7,385	6,504
Interest expense									3,227	3,496	3,689
Interest Income									309	244	213
Unrecognized Tax Benefits Interest Income									3	96	11
Cash outflow for capital spending									7,196	7,463	6,597
Equity in net income/(loss)									1,818	1,275	1,069
Total assets	224,925				208,615				224,925	208,615	202,204
Automotive [Member]
Segment Information [Line Items]
Revenues, Sales net Automotive	37,843	35,818	35,105	31,800	33,762	32,779	35,365	33,876	140,566	135,782	139,369
Income before income taxes									8,224	(560)	12,699
Depreciation and tooling amortization									4,332	4,252	4,064
Interest expense									773	797	829
Interest Income									233	193	163
Unrecognized Tax Benefits Interest Income									0	109	0
Cash outflow for capital spending									7,147	7,360	6,566
Equity in net income/(loss)									1,786	1,246	1,046
Total assets	91,959				90,167				91,959	90,167	90,504
Automotive [Member] | Ford North America [Member]
Segment Information [Line Items]
Revenues, Sales net Automotive									91,870	82,376	86,494
Income before income taxes									9,345	7,443	9,877
Depreciation and tooling amortization									2,501	2,279	2,064
Interest expense									0	0	0
Interest Income									36	46	99
Unrecognized Tax Benefits Interest Income									0	0
Cash outflow for capital spending									4,582	4,270	3,694
Equity in net income/(loss)									95	147	127
Total assets	63,241				61,370				63,241	61,370	59,095
Automotive [Member] | Ford South America [Member]
Segment Information [Line Items]
Revenues, Sales net Automotive									5,766	8,799	10,847
Income before income taxes									(832)	(1,164)	(35)
Depreciation and tooling amortization									252	309	272
Interest expense									0	0	0
Interest Income									0	0	0
Unrecognized Tax Benefits Interest Income									0	0
Cash outflow for capital spending									280	497	756
Equity in net income/(loss)									0	0	0
Total assets	4,544				5,142				4,544	5,142	7,056
Automotive [Member] | Ford Europe [Member]
Segment Information [Line Items]
Revenues, Sales net Automotive									28,170	29,457	27,255
Income before income taxes									259	(598)	(1,025)
Depreciation and tooling amortization									1,042	1,179	1,269
Interest expense									0	0	0
Interest Income									6	5	6
Unrecognized Tax Benefits Interest Income									0	0
Cash outflow for capital spending									1,415	1,619	1,249
Equity in net income/(loss)									136	107	125
Total assets	14,381				14,215				14,381	14,215	15,244
Automotive [Member] | Middle East and Africa [Member]
Segment Information [Line Items]
Revenues, Sales net Automotive									4,005	4,406	4,533
Income before income taxes									31	(20)	(69)
Depreciation and tooling amortization									162	141	125
Interest expense									0	0	0
Interest Income									0	0	1
Unrecognized Tax Benefits Interest Income									0	0
Cash outflow for capital spending									156	135	154
Equity in net income/(loss)									0	0	0
Total assets	1,088				1,155				1,088	1,155	1,038
Automotive [Member] | Asia Pacific [Member]
Segment Information [Line Items]
Revenues, Sales net Automotive									10,755	10,744	10,240
Income before income taxes									765	593	331
Depreciation and tooling amortization									375	344	334
Interest expense									0	0	0
Interest Income									0	2	4
Unrecognized Tax Benefits Interest Income									0	0
Cash outflow for capital spending									714	839	713
Equity in net income/(loss)									1,555	1,321	794
Total assets	8,705				8,285				8,705	8,285	8,071
Automotive [Member] | Other Automotive [Member]
Segment Information [Line Items]
Revenues, Sales net Automotive									0	0	0
Income before income taxes									(796)	(755)	(656)
Depreciation and tooling amortization									0	0	0
Interest expense									773	797	829
Interest Income									191	140	53
Unrecognized Tax Benefits Interest Income									0	109
Cash outflow for capital spending									0	0	0
Equity in net income/(loss)									0	0	0
Total assets	0				0				0	0	0
Automotive [Member] | Special Items [Member]
Segment Information [Line Items]
Revenues, Sales net Automotive									0	0	0
Income before income taxes									(548)	(6,059)	4,276
Depreciation and tooling amortization									0	0	0
Interest expense									0	0	0
Interest Income									0	0	0
Unrecognized Tax Benefits Interest Income									0	0
Cash outflow for capital spending									0	0	0
Equity in net income/(loss)									0	(329)	0
Total assets	0				0				0	0	0
Financial Services [Member]
Segment Information [Line Items]
Revenues, Financial Services	2,408	$ 2,326	$ 2,158	$ 2,100	2,108	$ 2,141	$ 2,046	$ 2,000	8,992	8,295	7,548
Income before income taxes									2,028	1,794	1,672
Depreciation and tooling amortization									3,661	3,133	2,440
Interest expense									2,454	2,699	2,860
Interest Income									76	51	50
Unrecognized Tax Benefits Interest Income									3	(13)	0
Cash outflow for capital spending									49	103	31
Equity in net income/(loss)									32	29	23
Total assets	137,026				121,388				137,026	121,388	115,057
Financial Services [Member] | Ford Credit [Member]
Segment Information [Line Items]
Revenues, Financial Services									9,280	8,606	7,805
Income before income taxes									2,086	1,854	1,756
Depreciation and tooling amortization									3,661	3,112	2,422
Interest expense									2,416	2,656	2,730
Interest Income									76	51	50
Unrecognized Tax Benefits Interest Income									3	(13)
Cash outflow for capital spending									49	18	16
Equity in net income/(loss)									32	29	23
Total assets	137,448				122,108				137,448	122,108	115,608
Financial Services [Member] | Other Financial Services [Member]
Segment Information [Line Items]
Revenues, Financial Services										135	192
Income before income taxes									(57)	(60)	(84)
Depreciation and tooling amortization									0	21	18
Interest expense									57	66	148
Interest Income									0	0	0
Unrecognized Tax Benefits Interest Income									0	0
Cash outflow for capital spending									0	85	15
Equity in net income/(loss)									0	0	0
Total assets					363					363	491
Financial Services [Member] | Elims Intersegment [Member]
Segment Information [Line Items]
Revenues, Financial Services									(288)	(446)	(449)
Income before income taxes									(1)	0	0
Depreciation and tooling amortization									0	0	0
Interest expense									(19)	(23)	(18)
Interest Income									0	0	0
Unrecognized Tax Benefits Interest Income									0	0
Cash outflow for capital spending									0	0	0
Equity in net income/(loss)									0	0	0
Total assets	(422)				(1,083)				(422)	(1,083)	(1,042)
Intersector [Member]
Segment Information [Line Items]
Total assets	227,902				210,531				227,902	210,531
Intersector [Member] | Elims Consolidated [Member]
Segment Information [Line Items]
Revenues, Financial Services									0	0	0
Income before income taxes									0	0	0
Depreciation and tooling amortization									0	0	0
Interest expense									0	0	0
Interest Income									0	0	0
Unrecognized Tax Benefits Interest Income									0	0
Cash outflow for capital spending									0	0	0
Equity in net income/(loss)									0	0	0
Total assets	$ (4,060)				$ (2,940)				$ (4,060)	$ (2,940)	$ (3,357)

Geographic Information (Details

Geographic Information (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Geographic Information [Line Items]
Revenues	$ 149,558	$ 144,077	$ 146,917
Long-Lived Assets	57,256	53,343	47,600
UNITED STATES
Geographic Information [Line Items]
Revenues	93,142	82,665	85,459
Long-Lived Assets	39,853	34,645	29,055
United Kingdom
Geographic Information [Line Items]
Revenues	11,451	11,742	10,038
Long-Lived Assets	1,490	1,491	1,503
Canada
Geographic Information [Line Items]
Revenues	8,978	9,409	9,729
Long-Lived Assets	3,814	4,008	3,458
Germany
Geographic Information [Line Items]
Revenues	6,950	7,487	8,600
Long-Lived Assets	2,203	2,510	2,635
All Other
Geographic Information [Line Items]
Revenues	29,037	32,774	33,091
Long-Lived Assets	$ 9,896	$ 10,689	$ 10,949

Selected Quarterly Financial102

Selected Quarterly Financial Data (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Millions	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Sep. 30, 2015	Jun. 30, 2015	Mar. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Sep. 30, 2014	Jun. 30, 2014	Mar. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Selected Quarterly Financial Data [Line Items]
Revenues, Sales net Automotive									$ 140,566	$ 135,782	$ 139,369
Revenues, Financial Services									8,992	8,295	7,548
Total Company
Income before income taxes	$ 1,896	$ 3,291	$ 3,286	$ 1,779	$ (3,963)	$ 1,257	$ 2,356	$ 1,584	10,252	1,234	14,371
Amounts Attributable to Ford Motor Company Common and Class B Shareholders [Abstract]
Net income attributable to Ford Motor Company	$ 1,868	$ 2,192	$ 2,160	$ 1,153	$ (2,517)	$ 1,019	$ 1,497	$ 1,232	7,373	1,231	11,953
Common and Class B per share from income from continuing operations before cumulative effects of changes in accounting principles [Abstract]
Basic	$ 0.47	$ 0.55	$ 0.54	$ 0.29	$ (0.65)	$ 0.26	$ 0.38	$ 0.31
Diluted	$ 0.47	$ 0.55	$ 0.54	$ 0.29	$ (0.65)	$ 0.26	$ 0.37	$ 0.30
Material unusual or infrequently occurring items: [Abstract]
Remeasurement Gain/(Loss)	$ (698)				$ (4,100)
Current Foreign Tax Expense (Benefit)									572	389	453
Europe and Australia [Member] | Facility Closing [Member]
Material unusual or infrequently occurring items: [Abstract]
Restructuring and Related Cost, Incurred Cost					247	$ 160	$ 152	$ 122
U.S. Tax Legislation in the Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes Act of 2015 [Domain]
Material unusual or infrequently occurring items: [Abstract]
Deferred income tax expense/(benefit) and income tax credits					(346)
U.S. Tax Increase Prevention Act of 2014 [Member]
Material unusual or infrequently occurring items: [Abstract]
Deferred income tax expense/(benefit) and income tax credits					(176)
Adjustments for Change in accounting principle [Member] | Scenario, Previously Reported [Member]
Total Company
Income before income taxes		$ 2,859	$ 2,868	$ 1,405	(56)	1,021	2,118	1,259		4,342	7,040
Amounts Attributable to Ford Motor Company Common and Class B Shareholders [Abstract]
Net income attributable to Ford Motor Company		$ 1,909	$ 1,885	$ 924	$ 52	$ 835	$ 1,311	$ 989		3,187	7,182
Common and Class B per share from income from continuing operations before cumulative effects of changes in accounting principles [Abstract]
Basic		$ 0.48	$ 0.47	$ 0.23	$ 0.01	$ 0.22	$ 0.33	$ 0.25
Diluted		$ 0.48	$ 0.47	$ 0.23	$ 0.01	$ 0.21	$ 0.32	$ 0.24
Automotive [Member]
Selected Quarterly Financial Data [Line Items]
Revenues, Sales net Automotive	37,843	$ 35,818	$ 35,105	$ 31,800	$ 33,762	$ 32,779	$ 35,365	$ 33,876	140,566	135,782	139,369
Income/(Loss) before income taxes	1,354	2,765	2,795	1,310	(4,371)	762	1,927	1,122
Total Company
Income before income taxes									8,224	(560)	12,699
Automotive [Member] | VENEZUELA
Material unusual or infrequently occurring items: [Abstract]
Gain/(Loss) due to Change from Consolidated to Cost Method					(800)
Automotive [Member] | Ford Sollers Netherlands B.V. [Member]
Material unusual or infrequently occurring items: [Abstract]
Equity Method Investment, Other than Temporary Impairment							329
Financial Services [Member]
Selected Quarterly Financial Data [Line Items]
Income/(Loss) before income taxes	542	526	491	469	408	495	429	462
Revenues, Financial Services	$ 2,408	2,326	$ 2,158	$ 2,100	$ 2,108	$ 2,141	$ 2,046	$ 2,000	8,992	8,295	7,548
Total Company
Income before income taxes									$ 2,028	$ 1,794	$ 1,672
Financial Services [Member] | International [Member]
Material unusual or infrequently occurring items: [Abstract]
Current Foreign Tax Expense (Benefit)		$ (245)

Commitments and Contingencie103

Commitments and Contingencies (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Loss Contingency [Abstract]
Loss contingency estimate	$ 2,300
Warranty [Abstract]
Product warranty reserve, beginning balance	4,786	$ 3,927
Payments made during the period	(2,849)	(2,850)
Changes in accrual related to warranties issued during the period	2,046	2,108
Changes in accrual related to pre-existing warranties	807	1,746
Foreign currency translation and other	(232)	(145)
Product warranty reserve, ending balance	4,558	4,786
Affiliated Entity [Member]
Guarantees [Abstract]
Maximum potential payments	284	592
Carrying value of recorded liabilities related to guarantees and indemnifications	$ 23	$ 17

Schedule of Valuation and Qu104

Schedule of Valuation and Qualifying Accounts (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Line Items]
Balance at beginning of period	$ 2,697	$ 2,420	$ 2,731
Charged to costs and expenses	538	536	(110)
Deductions	370	259	201
Balance at end of period	2,865	2,697	2,420
Credit losses [Member]
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Line Items]
Balance at beginning of period	384	405	435
Charged to costs and expenses	347	199	152
Deductions	294	220	182
Balance at end of period	437	384	405
Doubtful receivables [Member]
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Line Items]
Balance at beginning of period	455	120	106
Charged to costs and expenses	(7)	374	33
Deductions	76	39	19
Balance at end of period	372	455	120
Inventories (primarily service part obsolescence) [Member]
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Line Items]
Balance at beginning of period	254	262	267
Charged to costs and expenses	(29)	(8)	(5)
Deductions	0	0	0
Balance at end of period	225	254	262
Deferred tax assets [Member]
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Line Items]
Balance at beginning of period	1,604	1,633	1,923
Charged to costs and expenses	227	(29)	(290)
Deductions	0	0	0
Balance at end of period	1,831	1,604	1,633
Valuation Allowance Of Deferred Tax Assets Recognized In Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss [Member]
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Line Items]
Charged to costs and expenses	(142)	(428)	(243)
Valuation Allowance of Deferred Tax Assets Recognized in Income Statement [Member]
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Line Items]
Charged to costs and expenses	$ 369	$ 399	$ (47)