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2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 77 Electrical System complaints for the 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E, 56% of all complaints for the year. Five recalls tied to the electrical system have been issued, most involving high voltage battery main contactors that may overheat.

Electrical System complaints
77
56% of 137
Crashes reported
6
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
2
Median mileage
22,498 mi
Related recalls
5

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

  • Vehicle suddenly loses power or shuts down while driving, sometimes displaying a 'safely stop now' turtle warning before coming to a stop.
  • One pedal drive mode fault appears on the instrument panel and the brakes fail to respond as expected when the driver presses the pedal.
  • Charging system warning lights come on mid-drive or during charging, indicating the battery is not charging correctly.
  • Security alarm triggers repeatedly day and night with no sign of intrusion.
  • Software update applied for a recall does not fully complete, leaving a new warning light illuminated after dealership service.
  • Charging port opens unexpectedly during a car wash, allowing water and soap into the port and affecting charging capability.

When 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 7, 2022, latest Sep 18, 2026.

2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E electrical system complaints: complaints filed per month7Jul 2022Feb 2023Sep 2023Mar 2024Dec 2024Aug 2025Mar 2026Sep 2026
77 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2022 to Sep 2026; peak Sep 2023 (7).

Electrical System recalls for the 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E

  1. NHTSA 25V441000Jun 27, 2025Electrical System239 vehicles

    Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery:management system/energy control module (bms/becm)

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Mustang Mach E vehicles equipped with an extended range battery. The high voltage battery main contactors may overheat.

    Risk: An overheated high voltage battery contactor can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the high voltage battery junction box, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S56. This recall is an expansion of previous NHTSA recall number 23V687.

  2. NHTSA 25V404000Jun 13, 2025Electrical System197,432 vehicles

    Electrical system:body control module:software

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Mustang Mach E vehicles. In the event of a low battery charge, the electronic door latches may remain locked once the driver or front passenger exits and shuts the door, possibly trapping someone who is unable to use the inside door release handles, such as a child in the back seat.

    Risk: The inability to enter or exit the vehicle in an emergency increases the risk of injury.

    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. Additionally, Owner notification letters were mailed to 2024-2025 Mustang Mach-E owners July 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S65.

  3. NHTSA 25V130000Feb 28, 2025Electrical System626 vehicles

    Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery:management system/energy control module (bms/becm):software

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Mustang Mach-E vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-412. The high voltage battery main contactors may overheat.

    Risk: An overheated high voltage battery contactor may cause the vehicle to lose drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will update the on-board software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S14.

  4. NHTSA 23V687000Oct 13, 2023Electrical System34,762 vehicles

    Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery:management system/energy control module (bms/becm)

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Mustang Mach-E vehicles equipped with an extended range battery. The high voltage battery main contactors may overheat.

    Risk: An overheated high voltage battery contactor can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the high voltage battery junction box, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 29, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S56. Vehicles included in this recall that were previously repaired under recall 22V-412 will need to have the new remedy completed.

  5. NHTSA 22V412000Jun 10, 2022Electrical System48,924 vehicles

    Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery:management system/energy control module (bms/becm):software

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Mustang Mach-E vehicles. The high voltage battery main contactors may overheat.

    Risk: An overheated high voltage battery contactor may cause the vehicle to lose drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will update the on-board software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 8, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S41.

Electrical System complaints by Mustang Mach-E model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 2021152 (44%)
  2. 202277 (56%)
  3. 202351 (41%)
  4. 202428 (64%)
  5. 20256 (50%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical system complaints does NHTSA have for the 2022 Mustang Mach-E?
NHTSA lists 77 Electrical System complaints for the 2022 Mustang Mach-E, which is 56% of the 137 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for electrical problems on the 2022 Mustang Mach-E?
Yes. Five recalls list the Electrical System as the affected component, including campaigns 25V441000, 25V404000, 25V130000, 23V687000, and 22V412000, most addressing high voltage battery main contactors that may overheat.
At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up?
The median mileage at failure across Electrical System complaints for the 2022 Mustang Mach-E is 22,497.5 miles.
Have electrical issues led to crashes or injuries?
NHTSA records 6 crashes and 2 injuries associated with complaints in this problem area for the 2022 Mustang Mach-E, with 0 fires reported.
Is the 2022 Mustang Mach-E worse for electrical complaints than other years?
Its 56% share of complaints tied to the electrical system is higher than 2021 (44%), 2023 (41%), and 2025 (50%), but lower than 2024 (64%).

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.