Ford Mustang Mach-E complaints by model year
668 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2025 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| 2024 | 44 | 3 | 0 | 5 |
| 2023 | 123 | 10 | 1 | 6 |
| 2022 | 138 | 13 | 0 | 9 |
| 2021 | 350 | 15 | 1 | 13 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2021–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 154 | 77 | 51 | 28 | 6 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 106 | 21 | 25 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 52 | 28 | 22 | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 50 | 22 | 26 | 12 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 49 | 20 | 12 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 32 | 16 | 24 | 8 | 4 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 37 | 18 | 12 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 31 | 3 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Ford Mustang Mach-E recalls (22)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Mustang Mach-E model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V582000 | Sep 9, 2026 | Loss of Power or Fire Risk from Incorrect BECM Software | 2023, 2024, 2025 | — |
| 26V487000 | Jul 28, 2026 | Window Glass Trim Pieces May Detach | 2023, 2024, 2025 | — |
| 26V417000 | Jun 30, 2026 | Rear Differential Pinion Shaft May Fracture | 2021, 2022, 2023 | — |
| 25V885000 | Dec 18, 2025 | Headlights May Fail/FMVSS 108 | 2025, 2026 | 69.9% |
| 25V863000 | Dec 12, 2025 | Vehicle Rollaway Risk/FMVSS 114 | 2024, 2025, 2026 | 74.9% |
| 25V513000 | Aug 8, 2025 | Loss of Power Brake Assist | 2021 | 37.5% |
| 25V519000 | Aug 8, 2025 | Headlights May Fail/FMVSS 108 | 2025 | 84.7% |
| 25V441000 | Jun 27, 2025 | High Voltage Battery Contactor May Overheat | 2022 | 74.9% |
| 25V394000 | Jun 13, 2025 | Vehicle Rollaway Risk/FMVSS 114 | 2025 | 88.4% |
| 25V404000 | Jun 13, 2025 | Back Seat Occupants May Become Trapped | 2021–2025 | 87.6% |
| 25V315000 | May 9, 2025 | Rearview Camera Image May Not Display | 2021, 2022, 2023 | 90.4% |
| 25V130000 | Feb 28, 2025 | High Voltage Battery Contactor May Overheat | 2021, 2022 | 51% |
| 24V777000 | Oct 18, 2024 | Loss of Power Brake Assist | 2021 | 98% |
| 24V594000 | Aug 9, 2024 | Windshield Wiper Motor May Fail | 2023, 2024 | 84.2% |
| 23V687000 | Oct 13, 2023 | High Voltage Battery Contactor May Overheat | 2021, 2022 | 79.3% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Ford Mustang Mach-E FAQ
How many recalls has the Ford Mustang Mach-E had?
NHTSA lists 22 recall campaigns that cover at least one Ford Mustang Mach-E model year from 2021 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Ford Mustang Mach-E year has the most complaints?
Among the last 1 model years with settled counts, the 2021 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (350) and the 2021 the fewest (350). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Ford Mustang Mach-E problems?
Across the 2021–2026 model years, owners most often name the electrical system, forward collision avoidance, power train in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Ford Mustang Mach-E get?
EPA rates the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E at 84 to 110 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.