NHTSA Campaign 25V310000

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT

Issued by Ford Motor Company · Reported May 9, 2025 · 4,497 vehicles affected

What's 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.

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 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 affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
FORD BRONCO 2024 4,497
FORD BRONCO 2025 4,497
FORD RANGER 2024 4,497
FORD RANGER 2025 4,497

Source: NHTSA Campaign 25V310000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.