2023 Ford Mustang Mach E transmission & drivetrain problems

Related recalls

• Recall 26V417000Jun 30, 202642,784 vehicles
  POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT

  Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Mustang Mach E vehicles. The rear differential pinion shaft may fracture.

  Risk: Differential pinion shaft fracture may result in a loss of drive power, or unintended vehicle movement if the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will repair or replace the rear differential assembly as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 13, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in late December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S50.

What owners say

1. Filed Oct 8, 2026KSElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   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…

   NHTSA complaint #11769941 · source
2. Filed Jun 1, 2026CABrakesDriver Assistance & Safety TechTransmission & Drivetrain

   While I was driving the brakes did not work. I had to slam on the brakes in order to stop the car. The back portion of the car then skid. The following warnings were sent to the phone and appeared on the dashboard as well. There were more on the dashboard but since I was driving I focused on trying to maneuver the car and not reading the dashboard. Not knowing what happened I continued to drive to duplicate the issue. The brakes were consistently only working when slamming…

   NHTSA complaint #11741403 · source
3. Filed Nov 24, 2025CAElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   After stopping the vehicle to run an errand, the vehicle locked up. The steering wheel would not turn. The vehicle would not shift into any gear. The vehicle was inoperable and I found myself stranded 25 miles from home. The vehicle was towed to our local Ford dealership where it has been for the past two weeks. This failure could just as occurred on the road causing a dangerous situation.

   NHTSA complaint #11701311 · source
4. Filed Oct 13, 2025ALElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain

   Car constantly shuts down at electric vehicle charging stations and has even loss power will driving on highway and bought up powertrain fault

   NHTSA complaint #11693141 · source
5. Filed Sep 30, 2025CAElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain

   I have taken my car to the dealership is three different occasions and reported problems with the screens (they go black, even when driving), rear-view image missing, proximity sensor malfunctioning (beeps even when there are no objects or cars around) and the driving assistance system (constantly disengages and reports it, without intervention). Additionally, I've read that the recalls talks about a possible lock-out issue that could put my children well-being at risk and…

   NHTSA complaint #11690661 · source
6. Filed Sep 22, 2025ALTransmission & Drivetrain

   When the "High voltage junction box" malfunctions it can leave you stranded in an unsafe situation. Ford has been replacing them but the new ones also fail. A more robust HVJB should be demanded to avoid putting the public at risk.

   NHTSA complaint #11688839 · source
7. Filed Jul 20, 2025VAElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   Recall Action Soon Issue Since 06-20-2025 Powertrain control module and secondary on-board diagnostic control module c software upddate For More Information Telematics Generated Issue Recall Action Soon Issue Since 04-25-2025 Drivers side seat buckle replacement For More Information Telematics Generated Issue Recall Action Soon Issue Since 11-08-2024 2021-2023 model year mach-e vehicles paint sealant issues - door hems inspection - repair For More Information Telematics…

   NHTSA complaint #11674869 · source
8. Filed Jan 22, 2025FLEngineOther / UnknownTransmission & Drivetrain

   I was driving along the road at 35 mph when the vehicle lost power and refused to accelerate or keep speed. The cluster flashed a warning indicating "Stop Safely Now", so I pulled over and came to a stop, and I shifted to P. Thereafter, the vehicle shut off and would not start, continuing to indicate to "Service Vehicle Now", as well as additional new errors, including "Service Powertrain", "Full Accessory Power", "Collision Assist Unavailable", and at least 8 other errors…

   NHTSA complaint #11637805 · source
9. Filed Sep 26, 2024CAElectrical SystemAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

   We were driving my Ford Mach E when the vehicle disengaged the accelerator pedal and accelerated forward in which we had no control of. Pressing the break would cause the vehicle to accelerate faster almost causing multiple accidents at a high rate of speed. Multiple sensor malfunction even after being “ fixed “

   NHTSA complaint #11616590 · source
10. Filed Jul 5, 2024WAElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain

    Vehicle failed to operate. Did not “turn on” and main battery power would not connect to transmission/motors leaving driver and passengers stranded.

    NHTSA complaint #11599327 · source
11. Filed May 14, 2024WITransmission & Drivetrain

    Undocumented, programmed power loss at interstate speed. Power purposely and dangerously reduced at speed due, and is even displayed on the dash board with small "gray" bars within the "Power Gauge". The "Power Gauge" indicates power, regeneration and power reduction level. ***There is no reasoning in the Owners Manual explaining the power reduction.*** l only found this after I purchased the car; "When the system limits the available maximum power, the right side of the…

    NHTSA complaint #11588613 · source
12. Filed Feb 12, 2024CAElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain

    All I was doing was charging the battery of the car at my house on a level two charger that was provided by Ford. I got a message on my Ford pass saying High voltage Battery warning. The car stopped charging at 59 percent of the battery capacity. The vehicle has only 2800 miles on it. Also got a power train malfunction/ reduced power warning as well and a service wrench when you turn on the car. This high voltage battery warning is a known issue on 2022 as I had it happen to…

    NHTSA complaint #11571557 · 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