2021 Ford Mustang Mach E: recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 13 recall campaigns for the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E. The newest campaign is 26V417000. NHTSA received the report on 30 Jun 2026. The NHTSA record gives the component Power Train / Driveline / Differential Unit. NHTSA has no complaint on file for this model year. 4 NHTSA investigations name this model year.

The NHTSA recall file shows no do-not-drive advisory and no park-outside advisory on these campaigns.

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Remedy of the newest campaign, 26V417000, in the NHTSA record

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.

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Complaint information entered into NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation vehicle owner's complaint database is used with other data sources to identify safety issues that warrant investigation and to determine if a safety-related defect trend exists.
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Recall campaigns

13 campaigns, newest first. 1,436,304 units in total.

26V41700030 Jun 2026Power Train / Driveline / Differential Unit
25V5130008 Aug 2025Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip / Control Unit/Module
25V40400013 Jun 2025Electrical System / Body Control Module / Software
25V3150009 May 2025Back Over Prevention / Software
25V13000028 Feb 2025Electrical System / Propulsion System / Traction Battery / Management System/Energy Control Module (Bms/Becm) / Software
24V77700018 Oct 2024Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip / Control Unit/Module
23V68700013 Oct 2023Electrical System / Propulsion System / Traction Battery / Management System/Energy Control Module (Bms/Becm)
22V41200010 Jun 2022Electrical System / Propulsion System / Traction Battery / Management System/Energy Control Module (Bms/Becm) / Software
22V33300013 May 2022Power Train / Automatic Transmission / Control Module / Software
21V97900016 Dec 2021Seat Belts / Rear/Other / Anchorage
21V71100014 Sep 2021Visibility / Windshield / Critical Fasteners
21V71200014 Sep 2021Visibility / Fixed Panaramic Roof/Sky Light Assembly
21V1400005 Mar 2021Suspension / Subframe/Mounting Bracket

26V417000Received 30 Jun 2026. 42,784 units.
Power Train / Driveline / Differential Unit
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Mustang Mach E vehicles. The rear differential pinion shaft may fracture.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 26S50.
25V513000Received 8 Aug 2025. 8 units.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip / Control Unit/Module
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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 Control, and driver assistance features.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A loss of power brake assist can increase the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, a disabled antilock brake system and/or stability control system can result in a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will update the ABS calibration software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 18, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S81.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 25S81. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 18 Sep 2025.
25V404000Received 13 Jun 2025. 197,432 units.
Electrical System / Body Control Module / Software
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
The inability to enter or exit the vehicle in an emergency increases the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 25S65. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 10 Jul 2025.
25V315000Received 9 May 2025. 1,076,138 units.
Back Over Prevention / Software
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 25S49. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 8 Oct 2025.
25V130000Received 28 Feb 2025. 626 units.
Electrical System / Propulsion System / Traction Battery / Management System/Energy Control Module (Bms/Becm) / Software
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An overheated high voltage battery contactor may cause the vehicle to lose drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will update the on-board software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S14.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 25S14. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 11 Apr 2025.
24V777000Received 18 Oct 2024. 50 units.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip / Control Unit/Module
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, a disabled antilock brake system and/or stability control system can result in a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will update the ABS calibration, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 5, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S65.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 24S65. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 5 Nov 2024.
23V687000Received 13 Oct 2023. 34,762 units.
Electrical System / Propulsion System / Traction Battery / Management System/Energy Control Module (Bms/Becm)
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An overheated high voltage battery contactor can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will replace the high voltage battery junction box, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 29, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S56. Vehicles included in this recall that were previously repaired under recall 22V-412 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 23S56. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 29 Dec 2023.
22V412000Received 10 Jun 2022. 48,924 units.
Electrical System / Propulsion System / Traction Battery / Management System/Energy Control Module (Bms/Becm) / Software
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Mustang Mach-E vehicles. The high voltage battery main contactors may overheat.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An overheated high voltage battery contactor may cause the vehicle to lose drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will update the on-board software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 8, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S41.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 22S41. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 8 Jul 2022.
22V333000Received 13 May 2022. 464 units.
Power Train / Automatic Transmission / Control Module / Software
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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 loss of drive power.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Unintended acceleration, unintended deceleration, or a loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
The PCM software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S29.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 22S29. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 9 Jun 2022.
21V979000Received 16 Dec 2021. 2,622 units.
Seat Belts / Rear/Other / Anchorage
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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 Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Improperly attached seat belts may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will repair the rear seat belt buckle attachments, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 28, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C36.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 21C36. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 28 Jan 2022.
21V711000Received 14 Sep 2021. 17,692 units.
Visibility / Windshield / Critical Fasteners
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Mustang Mach-E vehicles. The windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, which could allow it to detach. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A windshield that separates from a vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will remove and reinstall the windshield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 29, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C22.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 21C22. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 29 Oct 2021.
21V712000Received 14 Sep 2021. 13,544 units.
Visibility / Fixed Panaramic Roof/Sky Light Assembly
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Mustang Mach-E vehicles. The vehicle's panoramic roof glass panel may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, which could allow it to detach.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A roof panel that separates from a vehicle can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will apply additional urethane adhesive, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 29, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S42.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 21S42. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 29 Oct 2021.
21V140000Received 5 Mar 2021. 1,258 units.
Suspension / Subframe/Mounting Bracket
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Mustang Mach-E vehicles. The front subframe bolts may not have been tightened properly during assembly, which could result in loose bolts.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Loose subframe bolts may reduce the vehicle's performance in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front subframe bolts and tighten them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 2, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S09.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 21S09. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 2 Apr 2021.

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Complaints by component

The NHTSA complaint file has no complaint for this model year.

Investigations

NHTSA investigations that name the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E
Number	Type	Subject	Component	Opened	Closed	Campaign
EA25001	Engineering analysis	Collisions Involving Ford BlueCruise	Electrical System / Adas	17 Jan 2025	Open
PE24012	Preliminary evaluation	Collisions Involving Ford BlueCruise	Electrical System / Adas	25 Apr 2024	17 Jan 2025
RQ23004	Recall query	High Voltage Battery Contactor Failure	Electrical System / Propulsion System / Traction Battery / Management System/Energy Control Module (Bms/Becm) / Software	17 Aug 2023	6 Dec 2023	23V687
DP22005	Defect petition	Pedestrian alert sounds	Electrical System / Propulsion System	27 Jan 2023	7 Aug 2023	22V063000

Investigation: A study of a possible safety defect by the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. An investigation with no closing date in the NHTSA file is open.

Other model years

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A year without a link has fewer than 2 campaigns and fewer than 25 complaints. It has no page.

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Cite this page

Recall Register. 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E: recalls and complaints. https://recallregister.com/vehicle/ford/mustang-mach-e/2021/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall, complaint and investigation files. Data through 29 Sep 2026.

Sources

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Licence: US government work, public domain
Recall file through: 29 Sep 2026
Complaint file through: 29 Mar 2018
First complaint in the file: 1 Jan 1995
Manufacturer in the recall file: Ford Motor Company

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Questions

How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E?: 1,436,304 units in 13 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.
How many recall campaigns does the Ford Mustang Mach E have for all model years?: NHTSA lists 22 recall campaigns for the Ford Mustang Mach E, model years 2021 to 2026. 13 of them name the 2021 model year.
Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E open?: 1 investigation has no closing date in the NHTSA file, of 4 that name this model year.