Ford Ranger (Ford) – Control Arm Ball Joint Issue (2024)
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2024 FORD RANGER
Brand
FORD
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2024
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2024 FORD RANGER vehicles due to suspension:front:control arm:upper ball joint issues. A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026