NHTSA Campaign 24V770000
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT
Issued by Ford Motor Company · Reported Oct 16, 2024 · 2,416 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ranger, and 2024-2025 Bronco vehicles. The front upper control arm ball joint nut may not have been installed or tightened properly, allowing the front upper control arm to detach from the knuckle assembly.
Consequence
A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and verify that the ball joint fastener is tightened properly. If a fastener is loose or missing, the dealer will replace the ball joint and knuckle assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 20, 2024. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S64.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| FORD | BRONCO | 2024 | 2,416 |
| FORD | BRONCO | 2025 | 2,416 |
| FORD | RANGER | 2024 | 2,416 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 24V770000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.