Canada2021–2026 Ford BRONCO SPORT and 2022–2026 Ford MAVERICK light trucks are affected; owners can identify them by model and model year. The front lower ball joint(s) may not have been installed correctly on the steering knuckle(s), which could allow separation and cause a loss of steering control. Ford advises you not to drive your vehicle until recall repairs are completed; Ford will notify owners by mail and ask you to contact a dealer to arrange inspection and repair as necessary.
How to identify it
2021–2026 Ford BRONCO SPORT
2022–2026 Ford MAVERICK
The hazard
On certain vehicles, the front lower ball joint(s) may not have been installed correctly on the steering knuckle(s). As a result, the front lower ball joint(s) could separate and cause a loss of steering control.
A loss of steering control could create a risk of a crash.
What to do
To reduce the safety risk Ford advises you not to drive your vehicle until the recall repairs are completed. Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to contact a dealer to arrange for an inspection. The dealer will repair the front steering knuckle(s), as necessary.
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by Transport Canada, collected from Health Canada, CFIA and Transport Canada. Check the original before you act on it.
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