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FORD F-150 — recall

Automotive · Canada · 2024-12-20

Ford F-150 Lightning trucks' ball joint nuts may be loose, affecting steering knuckle connection

Country	Canada
Category	Automotive
Published	2024-12-20
Manufacturer	FORD
Models affected	F-150
Model year	2023 2024
Units affected	1599
Defect	On certain F-150 Lightning (electric) trucks, the nuts for the ball joints that connect the front upper control arms to the steering knuckles may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the upper control arms could separate from the knuckles. If this happens, there could be a loss of steering control._x000D_ A loss of steering control could create a risk of a crash.
Component	Suspension
Remedy	Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect for loose and/or missing nuts. If any loose or missing nuts are found, the dealer will replace the steering knuckle(s) and nut(s).
Recall number	2024-778
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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