Transport Canada recall 2026259
A recall listed here may apply to a vehicle of this year, make and model. Only the manufacturer can say whether it applies to one vehicle: check the VIN with the official lookups.
| Published by | Transport Canada (Canada) |
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| Campaign number | 2026259 |
| Manufacturer's number | 26S36 |
| Reported | 2026-05-27 |
| Component | Suspension |
| Notification type | Safety Mfr |
| Units potentially affected | 815 |
What is wrong
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the front lower ball joint(s) may not have been installed correctly on the steering knuckle(s). As a result, the front lower ball joint(s) could separate and cause a loss of steering control.
Safety Risk:
A loss of steering control could create a risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
To reduce the safety risk Ford advises you not to drive your vehicle until the recall repairs are completed. Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to contact a dealer to arrange for an inspection. The dealer will repair the front steering knuckle(s), as necessary.
A vehicle with no link is not in this site's catalog, which covers cars, multipurpose vehicles and trucks by model year. The campaign is from data as of 2026-10-19.
Bulletins for the same vehicles and component
| TSB 25-2574 | 2025-12-02. Service bulletin. This article supersedes TSB 25-2347 to update the vehicle build dates Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a clicking, creaking, clunking, rattle, rotational noise from the front strut area when turning the steering wheel. This may be due to an interference between the front jounce bumper and the rod. Additional model information: * 2021-2025 Bronco Sport Badlands vehicles equipped with minor feature code DWAAN (Performance suspension) * 2025 Bronco Sport Sasquatch vehicles equipped with minor feature code DWAA3 (High ride suspension) |
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| 25N09 | 2025-10-03. Other. Certain 2022 Model Year Maverick Vehicles Front Halfshaft Replacement |
| TSB 25-2438 | 2025-09-23. Service bulletin. This article supersedes TSB 25-2143 to update the production fix date. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a moan noise when the vehicle is driven in reverse (R) in cold weather and/or high humidity. This may be due to the suspension sensitivity of the vehicle. |
| TSB 25-2347 | 2025-07-30. Service bulletin. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a clicking, creaking, clunking, rattle, rotational noise from the front strut area when turning the steering wheel. This may be due to an interference between the front jounce bumper and the rod. Additional model information: * 2021-2025 Bronco Sport Badlands vehicles equipped with minor feature code DWAAN (Performance suspension) * 2025 Bronco Sport Sasquatch vehicles equipped with minor feature code DWAA3 (High ride suspension) |
| SSM 53954 | 2025-06-24. Service bulletin. Some 2025 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 2.0L engine with Badlands package and 2025 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 1.5L engine with Sasquatch package may exhibit a clicking, creaking, clunking and/or rattle noise from the front struts when turning the steering wheel. Ford is aware of the concern and this condition does not affect vehicle durability and no additional diagnosis or service is required for this condition at this time. Inform customers that they can continue to drive the vehicle and engineering is currently working on a solution for this condition that is expected by the end of the 3rd quarter of 2025. Monitor Professional Technician System (PTS) for additional information and schedule a service appointment for customers once the repair becomes available. |
| TSB 24-2326 | 2024-10-25. Service bulletin. Some 2020-2024 Escape and 2021-2024 Bronco Sport vehicles may exhibit a moan noise when the vehicle is driven in reverse (R) in cold weather and/or high humidity. This may be due to the suspension sensitivity of the vehicle. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to install brake pads with clips and if necessary, install the rear reinforced caliper bushings. |
| TSB 22-2326 | 2022-08-23. Service bulletin. Some 2020-2022 Escape and 2022 Bronco Sport vehicles may exhibit a moan noise when the vehicle is driven in reverse (R) in cold weather and/or high humidity. This may be due to the suspension sensitivity of the vehicle. To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to replace the rear caliper bushings. |
A bulletin is the manufacturer's note to its dealers. It is not part of this recall.
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