Model year
2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E
NHTSA lists 13 recalls and 351 complaints for the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (148), FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS (83), FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (71). NHTSA lists 4 investigations, including 1 investigation with no close date in the file. NHTSA lists crash-test variants for this model year and marks the overall rating Not Rated. EPA rates it 82–101 MPGe combined and 33.3–41.2 kWh/100 mi depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $750–$950, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2021 351 complaints
- 2022 139 complaints
- 2023 127 complaints
- 2024 48 complaints
- 2025 14 complaints
- 2026 1 complaints
Recalls
26V417000 · Jun 30, 2026
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Mustang Mach E vehicles. The rear differential pinion shaft may fracture.
25V513000 · Aug 8, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Mach-E vehicles that were repaired incorrectly under recall 24V777. An Over-The-Air (OTA) update to the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) may result in a loss of power brake assist, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Traction…
25V404000 · Jun 13, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
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…
25V315000 · May 9, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
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…
25V130000 · Feb 28, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Mustang Mach-E vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-412. The high voltage battery main contactors may overheat.
24V777000 · Oct 18, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Mach-E vehicles. An Over-The-Air (OTA) update to the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) may result in a loss of power brake assist, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Traction Control, and driver assistance features.
23V687000 · Oct 13, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Mustang Mach-E vehicles equipped with an extended range battery. The high voltage battery main contactors may overheat.
22V412000 · Jun 10, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Mustang Mach-E vehicles. The high voltage battery main contactors may overheat.
22V333000 · May 13, 2022
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE; VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Mustang Mach-E vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive. The powertrain control module (PCM) functional safety software may fail to detect a software error, resulting in unintended acceleration, unintended deceleration, or a…
21V979000 · Dec 16, 2021
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Mustang Mach-E and 2022 Maverick vehicles. The rear seat belt buckles may not be properly attached to the rear floor assembly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety…
3 more recalls are in the NHTSA file for this name and are not listed here. Campaign numbers above link to NHTSA.
Complaints
351 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 15, fire flag on 1, injury field 9, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| DP22005 | Pedestrian alert sounds · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM | Jan 27, 2023 | Aug 7, 2023 |
| RQ23004 | High Voltage Battery Contactor Failure · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE;… | Aug 17, 2023 | Dec 6, 2023 |
| PE24012 | Collisions Involving Ford BlueCruise · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS | Apr 25, 2024 | Jan 17, 2025 |
| EA25001 | Collisions Involving Ford BlueCruise · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS | Jan 17, 2025 | No close date in the file |
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV AWD | Not rated | Not Rated | 5 | 5 | 5 · possibility 0.086 | NHTSA photo |
| SUV RWD | Not rated | Not Rated | 5 | 5 | 5 · possibility 0.095 | NHTSA photo |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mustang Mach-E AWD · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 100 | 86 | 93 | 36.4 | 211 | $800 |
| Mustang Mach-E AWD Extended · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 96 | 84 | 90 | 37.3 | 270 | $850 |
| Mustang Mach-E RWD · Automatic (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 105 | 93 | 100 | 33.9 | 230 | $750 |
| Mustang Mach-E RWD Extended · Automatic (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 104 | 90 | 97 | 34.6 | 300 | $800 |
| Mustang Mach-E RWD California Route 1 · Automatic (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 108 | 94 | 101 | 33.3 | 305 | $750 |
| Mustang Mach-E GT · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 90 | 77 | 84 | 40.2 | 270 | $900 |
| Mustang Mach-E GT Performance · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 88 | 75 | 82 | 41.2 | 260 | $950 |
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