FORD BRONCO 2025: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 25V260000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| FORD | BRONCO | 2025 |
| Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database | |
| 2025-04-18 | 2025-04-18 |
Production Dates: 2025-01-22 - 2025-03-02
Manufacturers Involved: Ford Motor Company
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 25S40
Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 2
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Ford Motor Company "Ford" is recalling certain 2025 Bronco vehicles. The front upper control arm ball joint nut may be missing or tightened improperly, allowing the front upper control arm to detach from the knuckle assembly.
A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. 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. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in April 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S40.
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.
