SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Published May 27, 2026 · Recall initiated: May 27, 2026
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 4, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. 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
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- BRONCO SPORT
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2022 FORD BRONCO SPORT | 2021 FORD BRONCO SPORT | 2026 FORD MAVERICK | 2023 FORD BRONCO SPORT | 2024 FORD BRONCO SPORT | 2025 FORD BRONCO SPORT | 2026 FORD BRONCO SPORT | 2022 FORD MAVERICK | 2023 FORD MAVERICK
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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