2021 Ford Mustang Mach E brakes problems

Related recalls

• Recall 25V513000Aug 8, 20258 vehicles
  SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

  Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Mach-E vehicles that were repaired incorrectly under recall 24V777. An Over-The-Air (OTA) update to the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) may result in a loss of power brake assist, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Traction Control, and driver assistance features.

  Risk: A loss of power brake assist can increase the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, a disabled antilock brake system and/or stability control system can result in a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

  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.

• Recall 24V777000Oct 18, 202450 vehicles
  SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

  Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Mach-E vehicles. An Over-The-Air (OTA) update to the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) may result in a loss of power brake assist, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Traction Control, and driver assistance features.

  Risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, a disabled antilock brake system and/or stability control system can result in a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

  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.

What owners say

1. Filed Oct 3, 2026NCCrashTowedBrakesSteering

   I was involved in a car accident on the XXX I was in the turn lane and a second vehicle hit my driver side, spun me around, and I ended up facing the opposite direction. What occurred next is my safety complaint. The vehicle continued to travel forward and, in fact, accelerated and I was unable to turn or stop in spite of hitting the brake. It caused me to hit a third vehicle and I stopped short of a gas line. There was a recall on this vehicle 22S29. The issue was a…

   NHTSA complaint #11768709 · source
2. Filed Jul 31, 202665,000 miCACrashTowedBrakesAcceleration & Cruise Control

   The contact owns a 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E. While the contact's daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle independently accelerated. The brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the failure occurred while the vehicle was being parked in the residence driveway. The vehicle crashed into the right side of the residence before coming to a stop. The air bags did not…

   NHTSA complaint #11754043 · source
3. Filed Oct 20, 202540,400 miSCTowedBrakesEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owns a 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 - 25 MPH in the rain at night, the brake pedal was bouncing up and down. The contact stated that the doors locked and failed to open. Additionally, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the hazard lights were inoperable. They stated that one of the passenger’s side tire warning lights was illuminated. The contact stated that the battery was at 98 percent and that…

   NHTSA complaint #11694472 · source
4. Filed Oct 15, 2025GABrakesElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Car stalled once while going to a military appt but started up 3 mins later. Car then made a noise then stalled out of nowhere on the highway at a slow speed in heavy traffic causing anxiety. vehicle then had me stranded waiting for a tow to find out it’s the HVJB .

   NHTSA complaint #11693497 · source
5. Filed Sep 1, 2025NJBrakes

   Ford had a recall on the brakes. The brakes were services 3 times in relational to this issue. Now again the front end shutters when braking especially at highway speed. The dealer says the pads need to be replaced and the rotors resurfaced .This is the 4th time in 42,000 miles. they will not warranty this on going issue. If the pads need to be replaced 4 time in 42,000 mile on a vehicle with regenerative braking there is a obvious issue. I feel this is an on going issue…

   NHTSA complaint #11684260 · source
6. Filed Jul 15, 202546,140 miSCCrash1 injuredTowedBrakes

   The contact owns a 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and the brake pedal was depressed, the vehicle did not slow down as intended, and crashed into another vehicle. The contact sustained neck, head, and arm injuries. Medical attention was needed. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a body shop. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 46,140.

   NHTSA complaint #11673754 · source
7. Filed Jun 10, 2025NJBrakesAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

   Was driving and suddenly all errors started popping up Hill start assist warning 1 pedal driving unavailable Pre collision assist not available Antilock brake fault, etc Lost braking power, steering got stiff, accelerated suddenly.

   NHTSA complaint #11666168 · source
8. Filed Jun 2, 2025VABrakes

   Lack of power assist braking and power steering. Anti-lock braking, Electronic Stability Control, and Traction Control System, as well as Hill Start Assist and Pre-Collision Assist are disabled. The instrument cluster displays several warning lamps and text messages at vehicle startup. The dealer is recommending a replacement of the brake booster. This issue matches a recall with the same make, model, and year car, but my VIN is not associated with any unrepaired recalls.

   NHTSA complaint #11664398 · source
9. Filed Feb 25, 2025MIBrakes

   While driving, the service parking brake system alert displayed. The parking brake when I entered a parking lot no longer functioned and displayed an error on the dash. The vehicle had to be repaired before the parking brake became functional again.

   NHTSA complaint #11644822 · source
10. Filed Sep 26, 2024NJBrakes

    I bought a certified pre-owned 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT. The brakes always kind of made a grinding but i figured it was the brake dust on the rotor since the car had sat on the lot for a while. I took the car into Maplecrest Ford in Union, NJ for this issue and they replaced the rear brakes under warranty. Shortly after that I felt a vibrating on the highway, I figured it could be the brakes bedding in. After that it became more persistent and I took the car to the dealer…

    NHTSA complaint #11616696 · source
11. Filed Jul 30, 2024WIBrakesSteering

    My car has repeatedly had to have rotors replaced due to warping. Between 12,000 and 36,000 miles I’ve had 7 pairs of rotors replaced. After exceeding 50 mph, when braking I decided violent steering wheel vibrations between 43-35 MPH when braking normally. I have service records and video to back up my claim. Ford is calling this “normal wear and tear” however no other 2021 mach-es vehicles in my geographic area have had this issue, in fact none have had to have rotors…

    NHTSA complaint #11605448 · source
12. Filed Jun 4, 2024NYBrakes

    The parking brake stuck on after the recall was completed 4 months ago. A new wiring harness was installed to correct the issue, just as was done during the recall.

    NHTSA complaint #11592520 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology