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2021 Ford Mustang Mach EProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 353 owner complaints about the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 13 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-130 the manufacturer reports only 53% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 31, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E has problems
353 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
156Electrical system3 crash/fire/injury
106Forward collision avoidance4 crash/fire/injury
53Power train1 crash/fire/injury
49Fuel/propulsion system1 crash/fire/injury
37Vehicle speed control7 crash/fire/injury
32Lane departure
31Service brakes
17Engine
15Steering
4911 other systems3 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 156 | 3 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 106 | 4 |
| Power train | 53 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 49 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 37 | 7 |
| Lane departure | 32 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 31 | 2 |
| Engine | 17 | 1 |
| Steering | 15 | 1 |
| 11 other systems | 49 | 3 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
13 recalls
2021 Ford Mustang Mach E recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
Risk. A loss of power brake assist can increase the distance required to stop the vehicle.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Body control module: software
Risk. The inability to enter or exit the vehicle in an emergency increases the risk of injury.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
Risk. A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2026 Q3
Management system/energy control module (bms/becm): software
Risk. An overheated high voltage battery contactor may cause the vehicle to lose drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
Risk. A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Traction battery: management system/energy control module (bms/becm)
Risk. An overheated high voltage battery contactor can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Management system/energy control module (bms/becm): software
Risk. An overheated high voltage battery contactor may cause the vehicle to lose drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Control module: software
Risk. Unintended acceleration, unintended deceleration, or a loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Rear/other: anchorage
Risk. Improperly attached seat belts may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2023 Q3
Visibility: fixed panaramic roof/sky light assembly
Risk. A roof panel that separates from a vehicle can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2023 Q3
Visibility: windshield
Risk. A windshield that separates from a vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Structure: frame and members
Risk. Loose subframe bolts may reduce the vehicle's performance in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ford.
Best & worst years
2021 vs. every other Mustang Mach E year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Mustang Mach E median. How we score
'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
4 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E, and the recalls they led to.
- Pedestrian alert soundsLed to recall 22V-063
- Collisions Involving Ford BlueCruiseOpen
- Collisions Involving Ford BlueCruiseNo recall
- High Voltage Battery Contactor FailureLed to recall 23V-687
In owners' words
What Mustang Mach E owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
On August 8, 2026, my 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium experienced a serious electronic lockout. The vehicle was running, with the air conditioning and music on, when the doors locked and I was unable to regain entry. My keys, phone, purse, medication, and other essential belongings were inside the…
2021 model mustang Mache got a new High Voltage Battery Warning on the dashboard and asked to stop the vehicle. My car is Premium trim standard range, but other trims and extended range battery models were recalled for this exact issue earlier, but the premium trim standard range car was not…
I own a 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E Standard Range RWD. My vehicle has experienced a high-voltage powertrain malfunction involving the high-voltage battery system/HV Battery Junction Box (HVBJB). The vehicle is currently at a Ford dealership for diagnosis and repair. What concerns me is that the same…
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