Ford issues urgent ‘do not drive’ recall warning over crash risk in popular SUVs, pickups

Ford Bronco owners are taking the road less traveled, as nearly 5,000 units have been recalled for serious safety issues.

The rugged SUV is facing a big bump in the road, with the automaker advising owners of select 2021-2026 Bronco Sport and 2022-2026 Maverick vehicles may have incorrectly installed safety precautions and could increase the risk of a crash, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

The explicit “do not drive” warning states that the front lower control-arm ball joints — a crucial part of the build that serves as a pivotal hinge between the vehicle’s wheels and its suspension, allowing for swiveling while steering — may have been incorrectly installed or repaired at the vehicle assembly plant.

The alarming risk of a faulty installation is that the control arm could disconnect from the front wheel knuckle.

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