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.
Safety recalls
Owner complaints by component
- Electrical system53
- Forward collision avoidance25
- Power train24
- Service brakes22
- Vehicle speed control12
- Fuel/propulsion system12
- Lane departure9
- Engine8
- Steering7
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
What owners report most
Electrical system
“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”
Forward collision avoidance
“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…”
Power train
“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…”
Engines, transmissions & drive
- 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.
EPA fuel economy by version
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mustang Mach-E RWD Auto (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive | 110 | 96 | 103 | $750 | — |
| Mustang Mach-E RWD LFP Auto (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive | 107 | 95 | 101 | $750 | — |
| Mustang Mach-E RWD Extended Auto (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive | 105 | 92 | 99 | $750 | — |
| MUSTANG MACH-E CAL RT 1 ER AWD Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | 105 | 91 | 98 | $750 | — |
| Mustang Mach-E AWD Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | 99 | 86 | 93 | $800 | — |
| Mustang Mach-E AWD Extended Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | 97 | 85 | 92 | $850 | — |
| Mustang Mach-E GT Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | 90 | 77 | 84 | $900 | — |
| Mustang Mach-E GT Performance Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | 90 | 77 | 82 | $900 | — |
- 103mpg comb.
- 101mpg comb.
- 99mpg comb.
- 98mpg comb.
- 93mpg comb.
- 92mpg comb.
- 84mpg comb.
- 82mpg comb.
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
Maintenance basics
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tire rotation | 6,000–8,000 mi | 6–12 months | EVs wear tires faster (weight, torque) |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–4 years | Regen braking spares the pads, not the fluid |
| Battery coolant | Per manual | Per manual | Intervals 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
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).