How Much Could Ford's F-Series Shutdown Cost the Company and Investors?

Bad news for investors: Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F)said production of its bread-and-butter F-150 and Super Duty pickups will be halted due to a fire at a supplier. Ford investors aren't alone in this pain as General Motors (NYSE: GM)and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (NYSE: FCAU)also said some production would be disrupted.

Not only do investors have to deal with plateauing sales in the North American market, but developments such as this or perhaps an unforeseen recall deter investors from owning automakers. But just how much could this cost Ford?