NHTSA Recall 26V340000: Suspension: lower ball joint
Do not drive Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,653 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford Bronco Sport.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V340000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 26S36 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT › CONTROL ARM › LOWER BALL JOINT |
| Report received | May 27, 2026 |
| Owner notification | September 2, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V340000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Bronco Sport | 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 |
| Ford Maverick | 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 |
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.