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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2023 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
6
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
126
Latest campaign
Sep 9, 2026

Recall summary by component6

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Electrical system2Sep 9, 2026
26V58200025V404000
Structure1Jul 28, 2026
26V487000
Power train1Jun 30, 2026
26V417000
Back over prevention1May 9, 2025
25V315000
Visibility1Aug 9, 2024
24V594000

Safety recalls6

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Sep 9, 2026Latest campaign
Sep 9, 202626V582000

Electrical system: propulsion system traction battery

An inaccurate state-of-charge reading can lead to an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 26V582000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 26V582000 · Sep 9, 2026
Jul 28, 202626V487000

Structure: exterior trim

Detached trim pieces can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 26V487000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 26V487000 · Jul 28, 2026
Jun 30, 202626V417000

Power train: driveline differential unit

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,…

DetailsHide details for campaign 26V417000
What's wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Mustang Mach E vehicles. The rear differential pinion shaft may fracture.
Risk
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 26V417000 · Jun 30, 2026
Jun 13, 202525V404000

Electrical system: body control module software

The inability to enter or exit the vehicle in an emergency increases the risk of injury.

DetailsHide details for campaign 25V404000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 25V404000 · Jun 13, 2025
May 9, 202525V315000

Back over prevention: software

A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 25V315000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 25V315000 · May 9, 2025
Aug 9, 202424V594000

Visibility: windshield wiper/washer motor

Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 24V594000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 24V594000 · Aug 9, 2024
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Ford recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component126

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
126Complaints filed
10Involving a crash
1Involving a fire
5Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Electrical system5241010
Unknown or other2721302
Forward collision avoidance2520601
Service brakes2419201
Power train2318000
Vehicle speed control1210100
Fuel/propulsion system1210100
Engine86100
Lane departure86202
Steering76202
Air bags54200
Back over prevention43000
Structure43000
Seat belts32000
Latches/locks/linkages32000

6 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Visibility/wiper

    “recall still not fixed from 2024”

    Filed 10/13/2026 · ODI 11770832
  • Unknown or other

    “OTA software updates are unable to be recieved and I cannot set the auto update option to on. Since the vehicle is basically a computer on wheels, this is a serious safety concern.”

    Filed 10/11/2026 · ODI 11770392
  • Power train

    “I am reporting a recurring safety defect involving my 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium. The defect appears to involve the high-voltage battery system, powertrain system, and High Voltage Battery Junction Box (HVBJB).”

    Filed 10/08/2026 · ODI 11769941

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2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E recall questions

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

NHTSA lists 6 safety recall campaigns for the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E. The most recent, 26V582000 (reported September 9, 2026), concerns electrical system. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E recalls for?

The largest group is electrical system, with 2 campaigns. Others: structure (1), power train (1), back over prevention (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E?

Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 52 complaints out of 126 filed with NHTSA (41%). Across all complaints, owners reported 10 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Ford recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Ford dealer.

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