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VehicleMay 9, 20254,497 affected

Ford recall: Suspension

What is wrong

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The front upper control arm ball joint fastener may be missing or tightened improperly, allowing the front upper control arm to detach from the knuckle assembly.

What could happen

A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the ball joint fastener as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S45.

Vehicles covered

Facts

NHTSA recall number
25V310000
Type
Vehicle
Filed by
Ford Motor Company
Reported to NHTSA
May 9, 2025
Owners notified
May 23, 2025
Vehicles or items affected
4,497
Started by
The manufacturer
Built
Sep 6, 2024 to Jan 15, 2025
Part
Suspension › Front › Control arm › Upper ball joint
Maker's own recall number
25S45

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

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Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.