Ford is initiating a recall of approximately 41,000 F-150 Lightning pickup trucks due to a defective steering issue.
A recent incident involving a front wheel failure on a 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning truck has raised concerns among owners. The problem, identified as a missing upper control arm nut, has prompted some vehicle owners to bring their trucks to Ford or Lincoln dealerships for inspection.
However, it's important to note that there is currently no publicly available recall specifically for the 2024 or 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning due to loose or improperly torqued ball joint nuts in the front suspension system.
A separate recall affecting select 2025 F-150 Lightning models relates to a potential brake fluid leak caused by loose front brake jounce hose bracket screws. This recall affects only five units of 2025 F-150 Lightning pickups built between March 13 and April 24, 2025. Dealers will inspect and replace the front brake hose and bracket screws free of charge.
Other recalls listed for 2024-2025 F-150s include transmission valve body issues and engine oil leaks, but none mention front suspension ball joints.
If you are concerned about the ball joint nut issue in your F-150 Lightning, Ford Customer Service can be contacted directly at 1-866-436-7332. Alternatively, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database can be checked for the latest updates.
In the event that the ball joint nuts are found to be loose or missing, the knuckle and nuts will be replaced entirely, free of charge. If they are within specification, they will be replaced as a precaution. Owners are required to bring their vehicles to a Ford or Lincoln dealership for inspection.
The recall notice for the United States can be found at RCLRPT-25V341-1716, while the recall notice for Canada can be found on the Transport Canada website.
It's essential to maintain regular vehicle inspections and address any issues promptly to ensure safety on the road.
Recall Summary
| Recall Issue | Affected Model Year(s) | Number of Vehicles | Description | Status/Remedy | |----------------------------------------|-------------------------|--------------------|------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------| | Loose front brake jounce hose bracket screws (brake fluid leak) | Select 2025 F-150 Lightning | 5 | Potential brake fluid leak due to loose screws on front brake jounce hose bracket | Under recall; owner notifications started July 2025; free inspection/repair by dealer[1][2] | | Transmission valve body machining defect | 2024-2025 F-150 and others | Not specified | Potential reverse gear failure or unexpected movement | Recall active; free repair[4] | | Misaligned engine cup plug causing oil leak | 2024-2025 F-150 and others | Not specified | Rapid oil leak leading to stall or fire risk | Recall active; free inspection/repair[4] |
[1] Ford Recall Notice: RCLRPT-25V341-1716 [2] Transport Canada Recall Notice [3] NHTSA Recall Database [4] Ford Recall Information Centre (Ford.com)
- The front suspension system issue with the 2024-2025 Ford F-150 Lightning trucks, involving loose or improperly torqued ball joint nuts, has not led to a specific recall as of now, according to the table provided.
- In the financial aspect, Ford is offering free inspection and repair for the affected vehicles in relation to the loose front brake jounce hose bracket screws issue, as stated in the recall summary.
