Ford Mavericks, Chevrolet Silverados, and Rams are among the vehicles with issues
Like any piece of farm equipment, pickup trucks are subject to recalls.
Multiple trucks from multiple manufacturers have ongoing recalls.
Ford
A Do Not Drive Warning is in place for more than 4,600 2022-2026 Mavericks and 2021-2026 Bronco Sport vehicles.
This is because the front suspension lower ball joint arm may have been improperly installed at the assembly plant, which can become detached.
“If these components are not assembled properly, the ball joint could separate from the wheel knuckle, which may result in a loss of control while driving, increasing the risk of a crash,” a Ford letter to customers says.
Anyone with an affected vehicle is advised to contact their local Ford dealership to receive a free inspection and repair, and a rental vehicle if necessary.
Owners are also advised not to drive the recalled trucks until the repair is completed.
General Motors
A Do Not Drive Warning is also in place for some 2026 Chevy Silverado and 2026 GMC Sierra trucks.
This stems from a missing oil pickup tube in some transfer cases.
This tube delivers fluid to the internal oil pump to ensure necessary components are properly lubricated.
Without it, the front and/or rear wheels may lock-up without warning.
Truck owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until a dealer performs a free inspection, and if necessary, a transfer case assembly replacement.
Chrysler
More than 12,700 Ram 2500 trucks manufactured between 2023 and 2026 are under recall for a powertrain issue.
An error in the powertrain control module may allow the vehicle speed to exceed the tire speed rating.
This can lead to reduced tire integrity and compromised vehicle control.
Affected truck owners should bring their vehicles to a dealer for a free PCM software update.
Another 2026 RAM 2500 recall has to do with the steering column.
Some trucks are equipped with steering column control modules that can cause a loss of electronic stability control.
Toyota
And more than 43,000 Toyota Tundra trucks manufactured between February and August 2024 are under a recall for main bearing issues in the 3.4L twin-turbo V6 engine.
“During a specific production period, there is a possibility that engine machining debris of a particular size and amount may not have been cleared from the engine during manufacturing and subsequently contaminated the engine assembly during the production process,” the recall says.
If machining debris sticks to the bearing, major problems can occur.
“This can lead to potential engine knocking, engine rough running, engine no start and/or an engine stall. In the subject vehicles, an engine stall while driving leads to a loss of motive power,” the recall states.
The NHTSA indicates vehicle owners will be contacted when more information is known about the remedy for the issue.
If you’re unsure if your vehicle is part of an ongoing recall, the NHTSA’s VIN search tool can confirm the information.