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2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E: Problems, Recalls and MPG

What this means

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E, most recently filed September 2026. Owners have filed 123 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system.

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Recalls (6)

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗

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Listed for 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 26V582000 Filed Sep 9, 2026

Loss of Power or Fire Risk from Incorrect BECM Software

Electrical system · propulsion system · traction battery · management system/energy control module (bms/becm) · software
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Mustang Mache E vehicles that received a new Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) during a prior repair. The battery energy control module software may cause an incorrect state of charge to display in the vehicle, or lead to an increased risk of a high voltage battery fire after repeated DC Fast Charging cycles.
Consequence
An inaccurate state-of-charge reading can lead to an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of crash. Additionally, a high voltage battery fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will update the BECM software, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 18, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S68. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 9, 2026.
Repair progress not yet reported86 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 26V582000
Listed for 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 26V487000 Filed Jul 28, 2026

Window Glass Trim Pieces May Detach

Structure · exterior trim
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Mustang Mach E vehicles. The rear side quarter window glass trim may be improperly secured, which can allow it to detach.
Consequence
Detached trim pieces can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the quarter window glass assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 14, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S56. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 7, 2026.
Repair progress not yet reported86,543 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 26V487000
Listed for 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 26V417000 Filed Jun 30, 2026

Rear Differential Pinion Shaft May Fracture

Power train · driveline · differential unit
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Mustang Mach E vehicles. The rear differential pinion shaft may fracture.
Consequence
Differential pinion shaft fracture may result in a loss of drive power, or unintended vehicle movement if the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will repair or replace the rear differential assembly as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 13, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in late December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S50.
Repair progress not yet reported42,784 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Listed for 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 25V404000 Filed Jun 13, 2025

Back Seat Occupants May Become Trapped

Electrical system · body control module · software
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Mustang Mach E vehicles. In the event of a low battery charge, the electronic door latches may remain locked once the driver or front passenger exits and shuts the door, possibly trapping someone who is unable to use the inside door release handles, such as a child in the back seat.
Consequence
The inability to enter or exit the vehicle in an emergency increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and the Secondary On-Board Diagnostic Control Module C (SOBDMC) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to 2021-2025 Mustang Mach-E owners September 12, 2025. Additionally, Owner notification letters were mailed to 2024-2025 Mustang Mach-E owners July 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S65.
87.6% repairedof 197,432 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 25V404000
Listed for 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 25V315000 Filed May 9, 2025

Rearview Camera Image May Not Display

Back over prevention · software
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
Consequence
A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.
90.4% repairedof 1,076,138 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 25V315000
Listed for 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 24V594000 Filed Aug 9, 2024

Windshield Wiper Motor May Fail

Visibility · windshield wiper/washer · motor
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Maverick, Ford Bronco Sport, and Mustang Mach-E vehicles. The front windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.
Consequence
Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield wiper motor as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 6, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S51.
84.2% repairedof 86,852 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 24V594000

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Owner complaints (123)

123 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.

10involved a crash
1involved a fire
5injuries reported
0deaths reported

As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.

Most-reported components

Complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E, by component (top 10). One complaint can list several components, so these add up to more than 123.Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints · Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 · Report a data error

How 2023 compares with other Mustang Mach-E years

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This year (2023)Other yearsStill collecting reports

Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Fuel economy: up to 103 mpg combined

103
mpg combined
110
city
96
highway
EPA annual fuel cost
$750
CO₂ tailpipe
—
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle

What it costs you to run

$634per year
$53per month
146gallons a year

Miles ÷ 103 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.

EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.

Specs by configuration

2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E configurations with EPA data
Engine · transmissionDriveCity / Hwy / CombEPA $/yrCO₂ g/mi
Electric · AutomaticRear-Wheel Drive110 / 96 / 103$750—
Electric · AutomaticRear-Wheel Drive107 / 95 / 101$750—
Electric · AutomaticRear-Wheel Drive105 / 92 / 99$750—
Electric · AutomaticAll-Wheel Drive105 / 91 / 98$750—
Electric · AutomaticAll-Wheel Drive99 / 86 / 93$800—
Electric · AutomaticAll-Wheel Drive97 / 85 / 92$850—
Electric · AutomaticAll-Wheel Drive90 / 77 / 84$900—
Electric · AutomaticAll-Wheel Drive90 / 77 / 82$900—

Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.

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2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E FAQ

How many recalls does the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E have?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns: 26V582000 (electrical), 26V487000 (structure), 26V417000 (power train), 25V404000 (electrical), 25V315000 (rear camera), 24V594000 (visibility). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.

What are the most common 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E problems?

Owners filed 123 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (51), Unknown or other (26), Forward collision avoidance (25) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.

What mpg does the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E get?

EPA rates the Electric · Automatic version at 110 city, 96 highway and 103 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.

How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes

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.
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