Recall 26V340000: Ford Motor Company, suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint
Reported 2026-05-27 · vehicle recall · 4,653 units Do not drive
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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.
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| FORD | BRONCO SPORT | 2021 |
| FORD | BRONCO SPORT | 2022 |
| FORD | BRONCO SPORT | 2023 |
| FORD | BRONCO SPORT | 2024 |
| FORD | BRONCO SPORT | 2025 |
| FORD | BRONCO SPORT | 2026 |
| FORD | MAVERICK | 2022 |
| FORD | MAVERICK | 2023 |
| FORD | MAVERICK | 2024 |
| FORD | MAVERICK | 2025 |
| FORD | MAVERICK | 2026 |
| Manufacturer campaign | 26S36 |
|---|---|
| Initiated by | MFR |
| Owner letters | 2026-09-02 |
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