2021 Ford Mustang Mach E Antilock Brake Control Module Recall (25V513)
Ford Motor Company · 8 vehicles · Reported August 8, 2025
Ford Motor Company is recalling 8 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E vehicles. An Over-The-Air (OTA) update to the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) may result in a loss of power brake assist, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Traction Control, and driver assistance features. A loss of power brake assist can increase the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, a disabled antilock brake system and/or stability control system can result in a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 25V513 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V513000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 25S81 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | August 8, 2025 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Vehicles | 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E |
| Units affected | 8 |
| Build dates | November 3, 2020 to September 24, 2021 |
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic > Antilock / Traction Control / Electronic Limited Slip > Control Unit / Module |
| Safety risk | A loss of power brake assist can increase the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, a disabled antilock brake system and/or stability control system can result in a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E in recall 25V513?
An Over-The-Air (OTA) update to the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) may result in a loss of power brake assist, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Traction Control, and driver assistance features.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Mach-E vehicles that were repaired incorrectly under recall 24V777. An Over-The-Air (OTA) update to the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) may result in a loss of power brake assist, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Traction Control, and driver assistance features.
Is it safe to drive a 2021 Mustang Mach E with recall 25V513?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A loss of power brake assist can increase the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, a disabled antilock brake system and/or stability control system can result in a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A loss of power brake assist can increase the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, a disabled antilock brake system and/or stability control system can result in a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Mustang Mach E shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the control unit and module, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 25V513?
Recall 25V513 covers 8 vehicles: 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E.
NHTSA lists 8 vehicles in this campaign, built November 3, 2020 to September 24, 2021. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Ford | Mustang Mach E |
What is the fix for the Mustang Mach E antilock brake control module recall?
Yes. Dealers will update the ABS calibration software, free of charge.
Dealers will update the ABS calibration software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 18, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S81.
When was recall 25V513 announced?
Ford Motor Company reported recall 25V513 to NHTSA on August 8, 2025. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as September 18, 2025.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| November 3, 2020 | First affected vehicle built (per Ford Motor Company's filing). |
| September 24, 2021 | Last affected vehicle built. |
| August 8, 2025 | Ford Motor Company filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 25V513000. |
| September 18, 2025 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 13 months ago, and vehicles were built over a span of 325 days. If your Mustang Mach E was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Mustang Mach E is part of recall 25V513?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 25V513 is open on your Mustang Mach E, it will be listed there.
The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2021 Mustang Mach E vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.
What should Mustang Mach E owners do about recall 25V513?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 25V513000 applies to your Mustang Mach E.
- Call a Ford dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Keep a simple log of any control unit and module symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Mustang Mach E owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 347 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 31 of them about the brakes.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the brakes have been filed since recall 25V513 was reported (4) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 347 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 31 of them involve the brakes. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E: 347 complaints in total, 31 about the brakes
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
While driving, the service parking brake system alert displayed. The parking brake when I entered a parking lot no longer functioned and displayed an error on the dash. The vehicle had to be repaired before the parking brake became functional again.
2021 Ford Mustang Mach E owner, MI, NHTSA complaint 11644822, filed February 25, 2025
Lack of power assist braking and power steering. Anti-lock braking, Electronic Stability Control, and Traction Control System, as well as Hill Start Assist and Pre-Collision Assist are disabled. The instrument cluster displays several warning lamps and text messages at vehicle startup. The dealer is recommending a replacement of the brake booster.
2021 Ford Mustang Mach E owner, VA, NHTSA complaint 11664398, filed June 2, 2025
Was driving and suddenly all errors started popping up Hill start assist warning 1 pedal driving unavailable Pre collision assist not available Antilock brake fault, etc Lost braking power, steering got stiff, accelerated suddenly.
2021 Ford Mustang Mach E owner, NJ, NHTSA complaint 11666168, filed June 10, 2025
Can recall 25V513 make my Mustang Mach E a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 25V513000 does not automatically make your Mustang Mach E a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
If the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E brakes have needed more than one trip to the dealer, keep every repair order. Brake defects are treated as serious safety problems under California law.
This is not the first recall for this problem. When a manufacturer has to recall the same control unit and module again, that suggests the earlier fix did not work. If your 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E has had this repair more than once, keep every repair order.
Earlier campaigns on these vehicles involving the same component: 24V777000.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Mustang Mach E went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 25V513
Is the 25V513000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed September 18, 2025.
How do I know if my Mustang Mach E is part of recall 25V513000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 25V513000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Ford. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.