Control arm: upper ball jointRecall 25V-310 · Ford vehicles
Ford Motor Company recall 25V-310 covers 4,497 Ford vehicles for a control arm: upper ball joint problem, reported to NHTSA on May 9, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 84% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V310000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The front upper control arm ball joint fastener may be missing or tightened improperly, 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 tighten, or replace the ball joint fastener as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S45.
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
84%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 32 vehicles were listed as unreachable.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from September 6, 2024 to January 21, 2025. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.