Your 2024-2025 Ford Bronco has a recall notice for the front lower control arm fasteners. This part helps keep the control arm attached to the frame.
Risk if Unfixed
If the control arm detaches, you could lose control of your vehicle while driving, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Don't drive your vehicle until it's fixed. Take it to a Ford dealership, and they'll inspect and tighten the fasteners for free. If needed, they'll replace any loose or missing fasteners at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Bronco vehicles. The front lower control arm fasteners may not have been tightened properly, allowing the control arm to detach from the frame.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. Dealers will inspect and verify that the lower control arm fasteners are tightened properly. If a fastener is loose or missing, the dealer will replace the fastener. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S48.
The front upper control arm in your Bronco or Ranger is a critical part that connects the suspension to the steering system. In some 2024-2025 models, the ball joint that holds it in place might be loose or missing.
Risk if Unfixed
If the control arm comes loose, you could lose control of your vehicle, making it hard to steer. This could lead to a crash, especially on the highway or at high speeds.
Free Fix
Your authorized Ford dealer will inspect and tighten or replace the ball joint fastener for free. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice to ensure your safety on the road.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The front upper control arm ball joint fastener may be missing or tightened improperly, allowing the front upper control arm to detach from the knuckle assembly.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the ball joint fastener as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S45.
The rear shock absorbers in your Bronco help stabilize your vehicle's ride. In some 2021-2024 models, these absorbers can corrode and fail, causing problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the shock absorbers fail, the external reservoir can break loose and become a hazard on the road. This could lead to a crash if another driver hits it.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will replace the faulty rear shock absorbers with new ones, for free. You should schedule this repair as soon as you get the recall notice, to keep your vehicle safe.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles. The rear shock absorbers may corrode and fail, resulting in detachment of the external reservoir.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An external reservoir that detaches from a vehicle can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear shock absorbers, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S01.
The upper control arm ball joint is a crucial part in your front suspension system, connecting the control arm to the knuckle assembly. In certain 2024 Rangers and 2024-2025 Broncos, the nut that holds this joint in place might not have been tightened properly, which could lead to a serious issue.
Risk if Unfixed
If the control arm comes loose, you could lose steering and control of your vehicle, making it harder to stay on the road and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will check the ball joint fastener to make sure it's tightened correctly. If it's loose or missing, they'll replace the ball joint and possibly the knuckle assembly, all for free. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ranger, and 2024-2025 Bronco vehicles. The front upper control arm ball joint nut may not have been installed or tightened properly, allowing the front upper control arm to detach from the knuckle assembly.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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 as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 20, 2024. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S64.