The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·25V260000·Announced 2025-04-18

Ford Recalls 2025 Bronco Vehicles Due to Front Suspension Defect

Ford is recalling 2025 Bronco vehicles because a front suspension part may be loose or missing, which could cause loss of steering control.

NHTSA safety advisory

Do not drive this vehicle

NHTSA advises owners to stop driving this vehicle until the recall repair has been completed.

This is the agency’s own advisory, not our assessment. Contact the manufacturer or a dealer, and see the official NHTSA notice for the current guidance.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (suspension) that can lead to loss of steering and control, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2025 Bronco vehicles due to a defect in the front upper control arm ball joint. The ball joint nut may be missing or tightened improperly, which allows the front upper control arm to detach from the knuckle assembly.

A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired.

Dealers will inspect and verify that the ball joint fastener is tightened properly. If a fastener is loose or missing, the dealer will replace the ball joint and knuckle assembly. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in April 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
FORD BRONCO
Brand
FORD
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — SUV
Hazard
Affected units
2

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

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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