2021 Ford Bronco Sport recalled for loose rear suspension bolts
Ford is recalling certain 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles because the rear suspension subframe bolts may be loose or missing. Loose bolts could affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: This is a structural defect in a safety-critical suspension component with potential for serious injury and crash risk. However, the source text does not report any actual injuries or deaths, only potential consequences. Per the rubric, recalls without reported incidents score at most 3.
Plain-English summary
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles due to a rear suspension subframe defect. The rear suspension bolts may be loose or missing.
Loose or missing bolts in the rear suspension can affect the vehicle's handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash. In a rear impact crash, the defect could reduce vehicle performance and increase the risk of injury.
Ford dealers will inspect the rear suspension bolts and secure or replace them as necessary, free of charge. Owners should contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 to arrange service.
The recalled product
- Product
- 2021 FORD BRONCO SPORT
- Brand
- FORD
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Category
- Vehicle — Suspension
- Hazard
- loose-bolts
- suspension-defect
- crash-risk
- Affected units
- 1,638
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- BRONCO SPORT
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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