Ford Mustang Mach E Problems by Year
NHTSA has 678 owner complaints and 22 safety recalls on file for the Ford Mustang Mach E, across 6 model years (2021–2026). The 2021 model year has the most complaints (351). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Ford Mustang Mach E years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Mustang Mach E year: 2021, 2022, 2023. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2021 Mustang Mach E: 351 complaints, 13 recalls
- 2022 Mustang Mach E: 139 complaints, 9 recalls
- 2023 Mustang Mach E: 126 complaints, 6 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2026 Mustang Mach E: 1 complaint, 2 recalls
- 2025 Mustang Mach E: 14 complaints, 7 recalls
- 2024 Mustang Mach E: 47 complaints, 5 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Ford Mustang Mach E problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System problems | 323 | 6 | 8 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance problems | 161 | 5 | 15 |
| Power Train problems | 116 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 90 | 5 | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 82 | 6 | 11 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 76 | 5 | 13 |
| Lane Departure | 44 | 4 | 2 |
| Engine | 42 | 4 | 3 |
| Steering | 32 | 4 | 6 |
| Back Over Prevention | 18 | 5 | 1 |
| Structure | 17 | 5 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 14 | 4 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 13 | 4 | 0 |
| Visibility | 11 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 2 | 5 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 3 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Seats | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Equipment | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Ford Mustang Mach E problems by model year
Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.
- 2023: electrical system (52)
- 2022: electrical system (77)
- 2021: electrical system (155) · forward collision avoidance (106) · power train (53)
All Ford Mustang Mach E model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Mustang Mach E | 1 | 2 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2025 Mustang Mach E | 14 | 7 | — | Electrical System | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2024 Mustang Mach E | 47 | 5 | — | Electrical System | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2023 Mustang Mach E | 126 | 6 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2022 Mustang Mach E | 139 | 9 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2021 Mustang Mach E | 351 | 13 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Ford Mustang Mach E years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2021 (351), 2022 (139), 2023 (126) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Mustang Mach E year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Ford Mustang Mach E?
Electrical System, with 323 complaints across 6 model years.
How many recalls does the Ford Mustang Mach E have?
22 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.