Ford recall & advisory overview:
- Who: Ford is recalling 4,653 2021-2026 Ford Bronco Sport and 2022-2026 Maverick vehicles.
- Why: The urgent recall is due to a potential defect in the front suspension ball joint, triggering a Do-Not-Drive advisory.
- Where: The Ford recall and advisory is active in the United States.
Ford has issued a Do-Not-Drive advisory and is recalling 4,653 Ford Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles, specifically model years 2021-2026 for the Bronco Sport and years 2022-2026 for the Maverick.
The Ford recall and advisory was issued on May 27 by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) under recall number 26V-340 and published by Ford on June 1.
The issue is due to a critical defect in the front suspension ball joint. The front lower control arm ball joints may have been incorrectly installed at the factory, leading to potential separation from the wheel knuckle.
“If a partially engaged ball joint separates while the vehicle is moving, the driver can lose control of the vehicle,” the Ford recall says.
Ford to provide free towing service for recalled vehicles
Ford is taking a proactive approach by offering free inspections and repairs to affected vehicles. The company is also covering towing costs to ensure that owners do not drive their vehicles to the dealership, thereby mitigating any risk of accidents.
The inspection process involves checking the ball joint attachment on both sides of the front suspension. If any defects are found, repairs will be made at no cost to the vehicle owner.
Ford began notifying owners on June 5, but vehicle identification numbers can already be checked on the NHTSA website.
For more information about the recall, vehicle owners can contact Ford directly at 1-833-807-3673 for assistance with towing and scheduling inspections. The Ford recall number is 26S36, and owners can also use the Ford recall information tool.
Ford states it has not received any reports of injuries related to the recall and advisory so far. The company is not currently facing legal action over the recall, but Top Class Actions follows recalls closely as they sometimes lead to class action lawsuits.
Back in April, Ford issued a recall for 62,255 Ford Bronco SUVs and 117,443 Ford Ranger pickup trucks due to a defect in the front seat frame that may pose a safety risk during a crash.
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