Ford Bronco Sport rear subframe bolts loose or missing

NHTSA campaign 21V075000 · Reported 2021-02-16 · Ford Motor Company

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This can affect handling and raise crash risk, and it can also mean more injury in a rear-end collision, so schedule the free inspection promptly.

What's wrong, in plain English

The rear subframe is the metal cradle underneath the back of the vehicle that holds the rear suspension in place. On some of these SUVs, the bolts that fasten that assembly may be loose or missing entirely. If those bolts are not tight, the rear end may not stay where it should, which can change how the vehicle steers and handles. The back of the vehicle may also hold up poorly if someone hits you from behind.

What you should do

1. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm your vehicle is included. 2. Contact a Ford dealer for the inspection, or call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 (recall 21S04). 3. The dealer tightens or replaces the rear suspension bolts at no cost.

Affected vehicles (1)

2021 Ford Bronco Sport

Who to contact

Ford — official Ford recall lookup

Customer service: 1-866-436-7332

Any franchised dealer for the brand can do the repair. Phone numbers are taken from manufacturer sites and recent NHTSA notices; if one has changed, the number in your own recall letter is the one to use.

The bigger picture

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Official notice

Component: SUSPENSION:REAR
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles. The rear suspension subframe assembly may have loose or missing bolts.
Safety risk: Loose or missing bolts may affect the vehicle's handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash. It could also reduce the vehicle's performance in a rear impact crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear suspension bolts, and secure or replace the bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 10, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S04.

Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.