NHTSA Recall 24V949000
NHTSA Campaign Id 24V949000; Date: Dec. 19, 2024
a detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2023 Ford F-150 Lightning; 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning
Component: Suspension:front:control Arm:upper Ball Joint
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 11,922
Recall Summary:
ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 f-150 lightning bev vehicles. the front upper control arm ball joint nut may not have been tightened properly, allowing the front upper control arm to detach from the knuckle assembly.
How to Fix:
dealers will inspect the upper control arm ball joint nut, and replace the nut and/or knuckle assembly, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed february 3, 2025. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 24s76.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
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