That is kind of surprising. Making 1000 hp is not exactly uncommon. Many other cars including current generation Corvettes are getting there with just bolt on modifications. Maybe the new C8 chassis has serious design issues.
Ford is really making an effort to get these air bags replaced. The video is well done, and I also received two separate notices by mail today. Local dealer service centers do not have the same sense of urgency, however.
In order to maximize the bids and proceeds for charity, it may have been a good idea to wait and auction this car after the final allocation announcenents. That being said, I am sure it will still do very well.