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2023-2024 Ford F-150 Lightning Bev recall: upper ball joint

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on December 19, 2024. It covers about 11,922 vehicles.

vehicles affected
11,922
reported
Dec 19, 2024
owners notified
Feb 10, 2025
related complaints
2

Suspension: front: control arm: upper ball joint

What is wrong
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.
Risk
A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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 were mailed February 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S76.

Recall number 24V949000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 2 complaints about suspension problems.

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Questions about recall 24V949000

Is there a recall on the 2023-2024 Ford F-150 Lightning Bev upper ball joint?

Yes. Recall 24V949000, reported on December 19, 2024, covers about 11,922 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 24V949000?

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 were mailed February 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S76.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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