NHTSA Recall 25V260000: Suspension: upper ball joint
Do not drive Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2 vehicles. It affects 2025 Ford Bronco.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V260000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 25S40 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT › CONTROL ARM › UPPER BALL JOINT |
| Report received | April 18, 2025 |
| Owner notification | May 15, 2025 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Bronco vehicles. The front upper control arm ball joint nut may be missing or tightened improperly, allowing the front upper control arm to detach from the knuckle assembly.
Safety risk
A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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. Ford's number for this recall is 25S40.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V260000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Bronco | 2025 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.