CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
A front upper control arm ball joint fastener may be missing or improperly tightened. This can allow the upper control arm to separate from the knuckle assembly.
If the control arm detaches, the vehicle can lose steering and control, which increases the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect the ball joint fastener and tighten it or replace it as needed, at no cost to owners. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2025. You can contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332, and you can check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford Bronco | 20242025 |
|---|---|
| Ford Ranger | 20242025 |