NHTSA recall 26V-340: Suspension

Ford Motor Company · Reported May 27, 2026 · 10 affected model years

Suspension recall

Do not drive26V-340
May 27, 2026 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Bronco Sport and 2022-2026 Maverick vehicles. The front lower control arm ball joints may have been incorrectly installed or incorrectly repaired at the vehicle assembly plant, allowing the control arm to disconnect from the front wheel knuckle.
Safety risk
A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and repair the front lower control arm ball joints as necessary, free of charge.Owner notification letters were mailed September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S36. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 29, 2026.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number26V340000
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
Report dateMay 27, 2026
ComponentSuspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint
Fixed over the airNo
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