2021–2026 Ford Maverick, Bronco Sport recall: Suspension: front, control arm, lower ball joint
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 26V340000
- Reported
- May 27, 2026
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Part
- Suspension: front, control arm, lower ball joint
- Vehicles affected
- About 4,653
What is wrong
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.
Safety risk
A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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 models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Ford Bronco Sport (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026); Ford Maverick (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
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…
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