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.

Suspension — Rear

Date Announced

FEB 16, 2021

Vehicles Affected

1,638

Ford Recall #

21S04

NHTSA Campaign #

21V075000

Summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles. The rear suspension subframe assembly may have loose or missing bolts.

Actions

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.

Documents (9)

• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc - Dealer Bulletin re NEW VEHICLE DEMONSTRATION / DELIVERY HOLD - Safety Recall 21S04 Certain 2021 Model Year Bronco Sport Vehicles Rear Subframe Bolts Inspection
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Miscellaneous Document - FORD MOTOR COMPANY ISSUES TWO SAFETYRECALLS IN NORTH AMERICA
• ISSUED Renotification Notice
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2021-2
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2021-1
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2021-4