Research · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

2023 Ford Mustang Mach-ERecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 129 owner complaints for the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E. Most complaints involve electrical system (53) and forward collision avoidance (25). The EPA rates it 82–103 mpg combined.

Combined MPG
82–103mpg
EPA · 8 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
129
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$750est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E as of Nov 7, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 7, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

129 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jan 2023 – Oct 2026
  1. Electrical system53
  2. Forward collision avoidance25
  3. Power train24
  4. Service brakes22
  5. Vehicle speed control12
  6. Fuel/propulsion system12
  7. Lane departure9
  8. Engine8
  9. Steering7

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Mustang Mach-E model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
2021353
2022139
2023129
202449
202514
20260
Crashes reported
10
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
5
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 7, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Electrical system

53 reports1 fire
“Sensors constantly list as failed. Makes the automated functions unusable. Paid for these features and they don't work over half the time. Also the JUN 30, 2026 recall is still not fixable. That's nearly 5 months of no serviceable fix. Manufacturer Recall Number26S50 NHTSA Recall Number26V417 Recall StatusRecall Incomplete, remedy not yet available”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 26, 2026Power train, Electrical system, Lane departureODI 11773834

Forward collision avoidance

25 reports6 crashes
“On almost all Mustang Mach-E vehicles, a loose or faulty cable connection which runs to the forward facing camera in the rear-view mirror housing causes error messages to suddenly display on the dashboard screen. Generally, the driver will receive a "Front Camera Fault – Service Required" error message, in addition to a "Pre-Collision Assist Not Available" error message, also followed by an error message indicating that lane centering is also no longer functioning. All of this occurs after the vehicle travels over a harsh imperfection/bump in the road pavement, or in my case, every time I drive over railroad track crossings. I have seen so many reports of owners receiving this exact same issue, and everyone says the same thing: when this issue begins to occur, the vehicle will disable all of these safety features for about 30 seconds or less, and then all of the systems will reactivate like normal. Many owners state that eventually these errors become permanent, which causes all of these safety systems in the vehicle to become PERMANENTLY disabled, until the vehicle is brought into a dealership service center. If the vehicle is still within the 3-year/36,000 mi…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 22, 2026Electrical system, Lane departure, Forward collision avoidanceODI 11766238

Power train

24 reports
“I am reporting a recurring safety defect involving my 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium. The defect appears to involve the high-voltage battery system, powertrain system, and High Voltage Battery Junction Box (HVBJB). The vehicle and related components are available for inspection upon request. My vehicle experienced failures on May 28, 2026, June 25, 2026, and October 1, 2026. Prior to each failure, the vehicle displayed "High Voltage Battery Warning" and "Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power" messages. Following these warnings, the vehicle became completely inoperable and would not start. This has now occurred three times, indicating a recurring defect rather than an isolated incident. This defect created safety risks for both myself and others. During the first incident on May 28, 2026, the vehicle became inoperable while in the drive-through lane of a busy coffee shop. Because the vehicle could not be started or moved, it blocked access to the drive-through during peak morning and lunch periods, forcing the business to temporarily close the drive-through lane. This created a traffic obstruction and left me stranded. On all three occasions, the vehicle became…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 8, 2026Power train, Electrical system, EngineODI 11769941
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 7, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

8 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
Electric motor
Transmissions
Automatic (A1)
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Electricity
EV range
312 mi (EPA)

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 7, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Mustang Mach-E RWD
Auto (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive
11096103$750—
Mustang Mach-E RWD LFP
Auto (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive
10795101$750—
Mustang Mach-E RWD Extended
Auto (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive
1059299$750—
MUSTANG MACH-E CAL RT 1 ER AWD
Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive
1059198$750—
Mustang Mach-E AWD
Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive
998693$800—
Mustang Mach-E AWD Extended
Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive
978592$850—
Mustang Mach-E GT
Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive
907784$900—
Mustang Mach-E GT Performance
Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive
907782$900—
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 7, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E as of Nov 7, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 7, 2026Vehicle 17331Vehicle 17330
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Tire rotation6,000–8,000 mi6–12 monthsEVs wear tires faster (weight, torque)
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–4 yearsRegen braking spares the pads, not the fluid
Battery coolantPer manualPer manualIntervals vary widely by maker
12V battery—3–5 years
  • Tire rotation6,000–8,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–4 years
  • Battery coolantPer manual
    Per manual
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2023 Mustang Mach-E questions

How many recalls does the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 7, 2026.

What are the most common 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E problems?

Owners filed 129 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (53), forward collision avoidance (25), power train (24). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E get?

The EPA rates the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E at 82–103 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (8 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 7, 2026