Ford front lower control arm ball joints may have been incorrectly installed or incorrectly repaired at the vehicle assembly plant, allowing the control arm to disconnect from the front wheel knuckle.
The short version
Ford Motor Company reported a problem with the control arm lower ball joint. Here is what owners need to know.
The front lower control arm ball joints may have been incorrectly installed or incorrectly repaired at the vehicle assembly plant, allowing the control arm to disconnect from the front wheel knuckle.
A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is completed, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 26V-340.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2021–2026 | Ford Bronco Sport |
| 2022–2026 | Ford Maverick |
What changed
Newest first. The record shows both when the recall began and what has changed since.
- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
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