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⛔ Do not drive until fixed💥 Crash riskNHTSA 26V340📅 May 27, 2026

2021–2026 Ford Bronco Sport & 2022–2026 Ford Maverick recall: suspension

⚠️ What's 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 1-866-436-7332. 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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
26V340000
Manufacturer recall #
26S36
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Vehicles affected
4,653
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Owner phone
1-866-436-7332
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Sep 2, 2026
Recall started by
MFR

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 26V340 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 26V340?

2021–2026 Ford Bronco Sport & 2022–2026 Ford Maverick. 4,653 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Ford dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-866-436-7332. Do not drive the vehicle until it is repaired.