2024-2025 Ford Bronco Lower Control Arm Recall (25V308)
Ford Motor Company · 3 vehicles · Reported May 9, 2025
Ford Motor Company is recalling 3 2024-2025 Ford Bronco vehicles. The front lower control arm fasteners may not have been tightened properly, allowing the control arm to detach from the frame. A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash. The manufacturer is telling owners not to drive these vehicles until the recall repair is done.
Recall 25V308 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V308000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 25S48 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | May 9, 2025 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Vehicles | 2024-2025 Ford Bronco |
| Units affected | 3 |
| Build dates | November 14, 2024 to January 22, 2025 |
| Component | Suspension > Front > Control Arm > Lower Arm |
| Safety risk | A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2024-2025 Ford Bronco in recall 25V308?
The front lower control arm fasteners may not have been tightened properly, allowing the control arm to detach from the frame.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Bronco vehicles. The front lower control arm fasteners may not have been tightened properly, allowing the control arm to detach from the frame.
Is it safe to drive a 2024-2025 Bronco with recall 25V308?
No. NHTSA lists recall 25V308 as a Do Not Drive recall. Leave the vehicle parked until the repair is done.
NHTSA lists this as a Do Not Drive recall. The manufacturer is telling owners not to drive these vehicles until the recall repair is done. Call the dealer and ask for a tow and a loaner or rental.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Which vehicles are included in recall 25V308?
Recall 25V308 covers 3 vehicles: 2024-2025 Ford Bronco.
NHTSA lists 3 vehicles in this campaign, built November 14, 2024 to January 22, 2025. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | Ford | Bronco |
What is the fix for the Bronco lower control arm recall?
Yes. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired.
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. Dealers will inspect and verify that the lower control arm fasteners are tightened properly. If a fastener is loose or missing, the dealer will replace the fastener. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S48.
When was recall 25V308 announced?
Ford Motor Company reported recall 25V308 to NHTSA on May 9, 2025. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as June 3, 2025.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| November 14, 2024 | First affected vehicle built (per Ford Motor Company's filing). |
| January 22, 2025 | Last affected vehicle built. |
| May 9, 2025 | Ford Motor Company filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 25V308000. |
| June 3, 2025 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 17 months ago, and vehicles were built over a span of 69 days. If your Bronco was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Bronco is part of recall 25V308?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 25V308 is open on your Bronco, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 25V308000 is open on your Bronco, it will be listed there, along with Ford recall number 25S48. You can also ask any Ford dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should Bronco owners do about recall 25V308?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 25V308000 applies to your Bronco.
- Do not drive the vehicle. Ask the dealer to arrange a tow and a loaner.
- Call a Ford dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Keep a simple log of any lower arm symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are Bronco owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 127 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 9 of them about the suspension, wheels and tires.
Since recall 25V308 was reported on May 9, 2025, owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the suspension, wheels and tires on these vehicles. 0 of them (0%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the suspension, wheels and tires and were received on or after May 9, 2025, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related suspension, wheels and tires issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 127 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 9 of them involve the suspension, wheels and tires. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2024 Ford Bronco: 75 complaints in total, 7 about the suspension, wheels and tires
- 2025 Ford Bronco: 52 complaints in total, 2 about the suspension, wheels and tires
Here is what some owners told NHTSA, in their own words (excerpts, unverified):
Dealer sold us a brand new vehicle with an active recall. Recall# 25S01/25V025 which was released January 21st, 2025. We bought the vehicle [XXX]. There was ample time for the dealer to pull these vehicles from the lot and prevent them from being sold.
2024 Ford Bronco owner, TX, NHTSA complaint 11651598, filed March 30, 2025
The contact owns a 2024 Ford Bronco. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V025000 (Suspension); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted.
2024 Ford Bronco owner, TX, NHTSA complaint 11670160, filed June 30, 2025
The vehicle started showing excessive tire wear with only 3500 miles on it. We took it to the dealership to have this checked and discovered it the front suspension was severely out of alignment they aligned the suspension and 1500 miles later it was out of alignment again and was re aligned.
2024 Ford Bronco owner, MO, NHTSA complaint 11696220, filed October 28, 2025
Can recall 25V308 make my Bronco a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 25V308000 does not automatically make your Bronco a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
If a suspension or wheel problem on the 2024-2025 Ford Bronco returns after the recall work, keep the repair orders. Repeat visits for the same defect are what California's lemon law looks at.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2024-2025 Ford Bronco has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Bronco went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 25V308
Did the recall 25V308 fix work?
Since recall 25V308 was reported on May 9, 2025, owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the suspension, wheels and tires on these vehicles. 0 of them (0%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed June 3, 2025.
Is the 25V308000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Bronco is part of recall 25V308000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 25V308000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Ford. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.