2024 Ford Bronco | 2025 Ford Bronco | 2025 Ford Ranger | 2024 Ford Ranger — Suspension: front: control arm: upper ball joint
Published May 12, 2025 · Recall initiated: May 9, 2025
Summary
NHTSA records recall 25V310000, published May 12, 2025 and initiated May 9, 2025. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2024 Ford Bronco | 2025 Ford Bronco | 2025 Ford Ranger | 2024 Ford Ranger — Suspension: front: control arm: upper ball joint.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- BRONCO
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2024 FORD BRONCO | 2025 FORD BRONCO | 2025 FORD RANGER | 2024 FORD RANGER
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2024 Ford Bronco | 2025 Ford Bronco | 2025 Ford Ranger | 2024 Ford Ranger — Suspension: front: control arm: upper ball joint recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 25V310000 on May 12, 2025. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: BRONCO.