2023 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 | 343 |
| 2022 | 135 |
| 2023 | 121 |
| 2024 | 43 |
| 2025 | 12 |
| 2026 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
42% of complaints: electrical system — 51 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing speedometer/odometer and camera/sensor.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
After disengaging adaptive cruise control, the car electrical system shutdown and the vehicle began losing speed until it came to a complete stop after which the gear shifter became lock and would not unlock until a jump was provided to the 12v...
NHTSA ODI report, 20230128
26% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 31 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I just bought mach E. [XXX] I was in car line at Macdonalds to get food for my 14 year old son. The speeded itself to full speed. I luckily had both hands on wheel. I turned car to left away from car in front of me.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240430
Also filed under VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
The car is accelerating by his own, without having the cruise control on and this happened a couple times, mostly after a full stop on a red light, until you donât make a manual full emergency break it wonât stop.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230527
Also filed under VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
21% of complaints: service brakes — 26 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
While driving the 2023 Ford MachE in 1 Peddle mode Friday 12 July 2024. I had to suddenly brake due to a car cutting of the car in front of me to make an illegal turn. I applied the brakes (HARD) and my car came to a complete stop.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240716
In the event of a differential pinion shaft failure, the customer may experience a loss of motive power and/or unintended vehicle movement with Park requested if the parking brake is not applied.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260727
Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER
17% of complaints: power train — 21 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 12 distinct reports on file.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
Collisions Involving Ford BlueCruise
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.
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.
Campaign 24V594000 — check if this car was fixed
Collisions Involving Ford BlueCruise
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 2021-2024 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
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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the quarter window glass assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed September 10, 2026.
Campaign 26V487000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2023 Ford Mustang Mach E — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (51 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (31 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (26 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 26V417000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V487000 (structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V594000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V404000 (electrical system, latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V315000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2023 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 2023 Ford Mustang Mach E?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach E have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.