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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