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Ford recall — Upper Ball Joint
NHTSA · May 9, 2025
- NHTSA recall campaign 25V310000 (Ford), reported .
- Potentially affected vehicles: 4,497.
- Component: Upper Ball Joint.
- Details as of ; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.
- Agency
- NHTSA
- Posted
- Recalling firm
- Ford Motor Company
- Source ID
- 25V310000
Defect
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.
Corrective action
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Ford | Bronco | 2024 |
| Ford | Bronco | 2025 |
| Ford | Ranger | 2024 |
| Ford | Ranger | 2025 |
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