2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E Transmission & Powertrain Problems
NHTSA lists 27 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E, 20% of its 137 total complaints, tied to 3 crashes. Median mileage at failure is 23,750. Two related recalls cover the rear differential pinion shaft and right-rear axle half shafts.
- Transmission & Powertrain complaints
- 27
- 20% of 137
- Crashes reported
- 3
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 23,750 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical transmission symptoms owners report
- Sudden loss of power or complete shutdown while driving, sometimes with no warning light before the vehicle stalled in traffic.
- Repeated High-Voltage Battery Warning and Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power messages, in some cases tied to the high-voltage battery junction box failing more than once on the same vehicle.
- Vehicle rolling away after being placed in park, in one case continuing downhill until it struck a gate.
- "STOP SAFELY NOW" alerts appearing on the dashboard during highway driving, forcing owners to pull over or tow the car.
- One-pedal drive braking randomly disengaging after owners had the HVBJB recall performed.
- Rear motor reported as broken with the vehicle stopping mid-drive and no diagnostic guidance from Ford.
When 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E transmission complaints were filed
First complaint Sep 1, 2022, latest Jul 16, 2026.
Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E
- NHTSA 26V417000Jun 30, 2026Transmission & Powertrain42,784 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.
- NHTSA 22V646000Aug 26, 2022Transmission & Powertrain1,175 vehicles
Power train:axle assembly:axle shaft
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Mustang Mach-E vehicles. The right-rear axle half shafts may have been manufactured improperly, allowing the half shaft stem to break under load.
Risk: A broken half shaft can cause a loss of drive power, or a rollaway could occur while parked if the electronic parking brake is not engaged. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the serial number, and replace the right-rear half shaft, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 19, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S55.
Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Mustang Mach-E model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many transmission and powertrain complaints does the 2022 Mustang Mach-E have?
- NHTSA lists 27 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2022 Mustang Mach-E, which is 20% of the 137 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2022 Mustang Mach-E related to the powertrain?
- Yes. Recall 26V417000 covers a rear differential pinion shaft that may fracture on 2021-2023 Mustang Mach-E vehicles, and recall 22V646000 covers improperly manufactured right-rear axle half shafts on 2022 models.
- At what mileage do these powertrain problems typically show up?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 23,750 miles for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2022 Mustang Mach-E.
- Are these powertrain complaints linked to crashes?
- NHTSA records 3 crashes among the 27 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2022 Mustang Mach-E, with 0 fires and 0 injuries reported.
- How does the 2022 model compare to other Mach-E years for this problem?
- The 2022 Mustang Mach-E has a 20% share of complaints in this area, higher than 2021 (15%), 2023 (18%), and 2024 (18%), but lower than 2025's 25% share.