Ford Says 'Do Not Drive' Bronco Sports, MavericksMarc Urbano - Car and Driver (Marc Urbano - Car and Driver)Ford has issued a "Do Not Drive" warning for the Bronco Sport and Maverick due to a potential issue with their front lower control arm ball joints.The recall totals 4653 vehicles, including 2021–2026 Bronco Sports and 2022–2026 Mavericks, which may have front suspensions that could fall apart.To fix the issue, dealers will inspect the affected parts and secure the ball joint to the knuckle attachment, if needed.Ford's latest recall involves two of its most popular models, the Bronco Sport and Maverick, which will need to be parked until they're inspected by an authorized dealer. So, what's the problem? Well, certain models may have front suspensions that could fall apart and possibly cause an accident. As a result, Ford has issued a "Do Not Drive" warning that affects 4653 total vehicles.Ford (Ford)The recall population includes 2021 to 2026 Bronco Sports (2296 total copies) and 2022 to 2026 Mavericks (2357 total copies). According to a recall report submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), some of these compact SUVs and trucks may have front lower control arm ball joints that were incorrectly assembled, while others may have been improperly repaired at the factory. Ford says that this issue can cause the ball stud to partially engage with the knuckle, which could cause the lower front ball joint to separate from the knuckle and possibly lead to the driver losing control of the vehicle.AdvertisementAdvertisementFord believes that the issue will occur early in the Bronco Sport or Maverick's lifetime, according to the NHTSA report, which also states that the automaker isn't aware of any accidents or injuries related to the problem. The solution is to have the affected models inspected by a Ford or Lincoln dealership, where the faulty ball joint will be properly secured to the knuckle attachment, if necessary. Ford says it has already notified dealers, with customers to be contacted by June 5. It's also asking customers to work with their local dealer to inspect their vehicles at their location or have them towed in for service, all of which will be covered for free.You Might Also LikeGift Guide: Best Ride-On Electric Cars for KidsFuture Cars Worth Waiting For: 2025–2029
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