FORD MUSTANG MACH E (2025) recall — Electrical System
Ford recalls 2023-2025 Mustang Mach E vehicles with faulty battery software that may cause incorrect charge readings or high voltage battery fires. Owners must update BECM software by December 2026 to prevent crashes or injuries.
Use caution until it’s fixed
An inaccurate state-of-charge reading can lead to an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of crash. Additionally, a high voltage battery fire increases the risk of injury.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Ford is recalling certain 2023-2025 Mustang Mach E vehicles due to a battery software issue that can cause incorrect charge displays or increase fire risk after fast charging. This could lead to crashes or injuries if not fixed. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1341989-ford-mustang-mach-e-2025-electrical-system-recall-risk-of.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1341989-ford-mustang-mach-e-2025-electrical-system-recall-risk-of · Published October 8, 2026 · Updated October 8, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #26V582000
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“Ford Mustang Mach E (2025) Electrical System Recall: Risk of Crash or Fire.” GovInfoNow, updated October 8, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1341989-ford-mustang-mach-e-2025-electrical-system-recall-risk-of. Based on NHTSA recall #26V582000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V582000).
Why it’s dangerous
The battery software may show incorrect charge levels, causing unexpected power loss during driving. After repeated fast charging, the high voltage battery could overheat and catch fire, increasing crash risk.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2023-2025 Ford Mustang Mach E vehicles that received a new Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) during a prior repair are affected. Those who frequently use fast charging are at higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your vehicle was repaired with a new BECM module between 2023-2025. The recall covers vehicles with VINs searchable on NHTSA.gov starting September 9, 2026.
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What to do — step by step
Update BECM Software
Dealers will update the BECM software for free by December 2026 to fix the incorrect charge display and fire risk.
December 2026Contact Ford Customer Service
Call 1-866-436-7332 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule the software update.
What NHTSA says to do
Dealers will update the BECM software, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 18, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S68. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 9, 2026.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The battery software may cause incorrect charge displays or increase fire risk after repeated fast charging cycles.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Check if your 2023-2025 Mustang Mach E received a new BECM module during a prior repair, or if your VIN is searchable on NHTSA.gov starting September 9, 2026.
When will the fix be available?
Dealers will send the software update by December 2026.
Contact Ford
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ford to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 26V582000 — Ford Ford Hello, I own a Ford that is covered by recall 26V582000 from Ford. The official recall notice states: Dealers will update the BECM software, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 18, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S68. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 9, 2026. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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- Official source: NHTSA Recall #26V582000 (September 9, 2026)
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