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?

6 recalls on file for this model year.

2023 Ford Mustang Mach E

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2023 Ford Mustang Mach E
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:59:38.268Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 129
Recalls: 6
Investigations: 2
Top problem: Electrical system

Complaints per year

2023: 129 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2021	352
2022	138
2023	129
2024	47
2025	13
2026	1

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

42% · 54 reports

Most commonly citing speedometer/odometer and camera/sensor.

FIRE

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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, 2023-01-28

Forward collision avoidance

25% · 32 reports

Most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.

CRASHINJURY

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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, 2024-04-30

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, 2023-05-27

Also filed under Vehicle speed control

Service brakes

20% · 26 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY

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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, 2024-07-16

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, 2026-07-27

Power train

19% · 24 reports

Vehicle speed control

9% · 12 reports

CRASH

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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2024-04-25Preliminary evaluationClosed 2025-01-17 Collisions Involving Ford BlueCruise
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2024-12-06Visibility24V594000 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.

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2025-01-17Engineering analysisOpen Collisions Involving Ford BlueCruise
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2025-07-10Electrical system, latches/locks/linkages25V404000 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.

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2025-10-08Back over prevention25V315000 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.

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Date not on filePower train26V417000 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.

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Date not on fileStructure26V487000 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.

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Date not on fileElectrical system26V582000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Mustang Mache E vehicles that received a new Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) during a prior repair.

Remedy: Dealers will update the BECM software, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed October 26, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in December 2026.

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Buy-smart checklist

2023 Ford Mustang Mach E — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Electrical system: 54 reports on file for this year.
Forward collision avoidance: 32 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 26 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 26V417000 · Power train
Recall 26V487000 · Structure
Recall 26V582000 · Electrical system
Recall 24V594000 · Visibility
Recall 25V404000 · Electrical system, latches/locks/linkages
Recall 25V315000 · Back over prevention

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?: 6 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.