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This page covers 9 recalls and 122 owner complaints for the 2022 Ford Mustang Mach E.
Electrical system complaints dominate what 2022 Mustang Mach-E owners report, covering a wide range of issues. The most commonly described problem is the instrument cluster going completely blank while the center infotainment screen stays functional, leaving drivers with no speedometer, no warning lights, and no way to tell whether driver assistance systems are active. Owners also report unexpected total power loss while the vehicle is in motion, with no warning beforehand. The powertrain and forward collision avoidance systems each draw a similar share of complaints, owners describe the car shutting down mid-drive and, separately, issues with automatic emergency braking behavior. A recurring electronic parking brake concern also shows up across multiple reports, with owners describing a malfunction warning and difficulty getting the issue addressed under any available service program.
122
Total Complaints
12
Crash-Related
2
With Injuries
By System
The 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E has 9 recalls, the most serious being a high-voltage battery contactor that can overheat and cut drive power without warning, raising the risk of a crash.
Recalls 1, 3, 4, and 5 all trace back to the same contactor overheating problem, and it is worth noting that an earlier repair attempt did not fully resolve the issue for some vehicles, prompting a follow-up campaign. The extended-range battery variant is specifically called out in some of these filings. On the drivetrain side, two separate mechanical failures can also cause sudden loss of drive power or unexpected rollaway: the right-rear axle half shaft can break under load, and the rear differential pinion shaft can fracture, either of which can leave the vehicle moving when it should not be or stopped when it should be moving.
The safety equipment recalls cover two distinct concerns. Rear seat belt buckles may not be properly secured to the floor, meaning the belt could pull free in a crash and fail to hold an occupant in place. Separately, when the 12-volt battery runs low, the electronic door latches can lock themselves after the door is closed, trapping anyone inside who cannot use the interior handle, including a child in the back seat.
Rounding out the list, a software issue can cause the rearview camera image to freeze or go blank when reversing, reducing what the driver can see behind the vehicle. This camera recall covers a broad range of Ford and Lincoln models across several model years, so the fix applies to many vehicles beyond the M
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
What can fail
The rear differential pinion shaft may fracture, potentially causing loss of power to the rear wheels.
What the fix does
Dealers will repair or replace the rear differential assembly at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The high voltage battery main contactors may overheat in certain 2022 Mustang Mach-E vehicles with extended range batteries.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the high voltage battery junction box at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
When the battery charge is low, the electronic door latches may stay locked after someone exits and closes the door, potentially trapping occupants like children who cannot operate the inside door handles.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module and Secondary On-Board Diagnostic Control Module C software at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
What the fix does
The accessory protocol interface module software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The high voltage battery main contactors may overheat in certain 2021-2022 Mustang Mach-E vehicles that were previously repaired under recall 22V-412.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the on-board software at no charge to correct the issue.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The high voltage battery main contactors may overheat in certain 2021-2022 Mustang Mach-E vehicles with extended range batteries.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the high voltage battery junction box at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The right-rear axle half shaft may have been improperly manufactured, causing the shaft stem to break under load.
What the fix does
Dealers will check the serial number and replace the right-rear half shaft if needed, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The high voltage battery main contactors may overheat, potentially causing battery performance issues.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the vehicle's on-board software at no cost to address the overheating condition.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The rear seat belt buckles may not be securely fastened to the rear floor, reducing their ability to protect occupants in a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will repair the rear seat belt buckle attachments at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.