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Recall 26V-340

Ford Motor Company recalled the 2021 to 2026 Ford Bronco Sport and 1 other model: Suspension (front, control arm, lower ball joint).

At a glance

Campaign number
26V-340
Reported
May 27, 2026
Vehicles affected
4,653 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

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.

The 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-[removed]. 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