2021 Ford Mustang Mach E
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 334 |
| 2022 | 126 |
| 2023 | 113 |
| 2024 | 42 |
| 2025 | 12 |
| 2026 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
42% of complaints: electrical system — 140 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY24% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 81 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
While parking in a garage the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated and ran into a wall. Anyone in or around the car may have been seriously ignored. The issues has happened twice but can not be reproduced by me.
NHTSA ODI report, 20220520
21% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 71 distinct reports on file.
CRASH14% of complaints: power train — 47 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY14% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 46 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
While parking in a garage the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated and ran into a wall. Anyone in or around the car may have been seriously ignored. The issues has happened twice but can not be reproduced by me.
NHTSA ODI report, 20220520
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 21V140000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 21V711000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 21V712000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 21V979000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Mustang Mach-E vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 22V333000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Mustang Mach-E vehicles. The high voltage battery main contactors may overheat.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 22V412000 — check if this car was fixed
Pedestrian alert sounds
High Voltage Battery Contactor Failure
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 23V687000 — check if this car was fixed
Collisions Involving Ford BlueCruise
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Mach-E vehicles.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 24V777000 — check if this car was fixed
Collisions Involving Ford BlueCruise
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 25V130000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Mustang Mach E vehicles.
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.
Campaign 25V404000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Mach-E vehicles that were repaired incorrectly under recall 24V777.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 25V513000 — check if this car was fixed
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,...
Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge.
Campaign 25V315000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Mustang Mach E vehicles. The rear differential pinion shaft may fracture.
Remedy: Dealers will repair or replace the rear differential assembly as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed July 13, 2026.
Campaign 26V417000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2021 Ford Mustang Mach E — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (140 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (81 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (71 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 26V417000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V140000 (structure, suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V711000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V712000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V979000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V333000 (power train, vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V412000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V687000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V777000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V130000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V404000 (electrical system, latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V513000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V315000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E have?
13 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.