Control arm: upper ball jointRecall 24V-770 · Ford vehicles
Ford Motor Company recall 24V-770 covers 2,416 Ford vehicles for a control arm: upper ball joint problem, reported to NHTSA on October 16, 2024. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 91% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 24V770000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ranger, and 2024-2025 Bronco vehicles. The front upper control arm ball joint nut may not have been installed or tightened properly, allowing the front upper control arm to detach from the knuckle assembly.
The risk
A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and verify that the ball joint fastener is tightened properly. If a fastener is loose or missing, the dealer will replace the ball joint and knuckle assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 20, 2024. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S64.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
91%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 18 vehicles were listed as unreachable.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from June 1, 2024 to September 5, 2024. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.