Ford Bronco Sport recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 27, 2026

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2021–2026 Ford Bronco Sport, Maverick

Recall number

26V340000

Brand / firm

Ford

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 4,653 units

Why it was recalled

A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 4, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. 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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.