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Ford - Loss of steering from front control arm separation
Official notice
18 Apr 2025
Last checked
18 Apr 2025
An official NHTSA notice concerns Ford - Loss of steering from front control arm separation. A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash. Published 2025-04-18.
What to do now
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. 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. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in april 2025. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25s40.
Units affected
2
Recall number
25S40
Official notice
2025-04-18
The hazard
The hazard
A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
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Brand: Ford. Contact: Ford Motor Company.
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