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Ford Bronco Recall 25V025: Rear shocks may corrode and detach, creating crash risk

NHTSA campaign 25V025, reported January 17, 2025, 149,449 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The rear shock absorbers on certain 2021-2024 Ford Bronco vehicles may corrode and fail, which can cause the external reservoir to detach from the vehicle.

A detached reservoir can land on the road and create a hazard for other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Ford will replace the rear shock absorbers as needed at no cost to owners through authorized dealers. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. You can contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332, and you should check your VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 25V025Ford Motor Company
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles. The rear shock absorbers may corrode and fail, resulting in detachment of the external reservoir.
Risk
An external reservoir that detaches from a vehicle can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear shock absorbers, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S01.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

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