2023-2025 Ford Mustang Mach E Electrical Management System Software Recall (26V582)
Ford Motor Company · 86 vehicles · Reported September 9, 2026
Ford Motor Company is recalling 86 2023-2025 Ford Mustang Mach E vehicles. The battery energy control module software may cause an incorrect state of charge to display in the vehicle, or lead to an increased risk of a high voltage battery fire after repeated DC Fast Charging cycles. 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. Owners first received an interim notice; check NHTSA for whether the remedy is now available for your VIN.
Recall 26V582 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V582000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 26S68 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | September 9, 2026 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Vehicles | 2023-2025 Ford Mustang Mach E |
| Units affected | 86 |
| Component | Electrical System > Propulsion System > Traction Battery > Management System / Energy Control Module (Bms / Becm) > Software |
| Safety risk | 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. |
| Fix | Interim notice issued; remedy may now be available, check NHTSA for current status |
What is wrong with the 2023-2025 Ford Mustang Mach E in recall 26V582?
The battery energy control module software may cause an incorrect state of charge to display in the vehicle, or lead to an increased risk of a high voltage battery fire after repeated DC Fast Charging cycles.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Mustang Mache E vehicles that received a new Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) during a prior repair. The battery energy control module software may cause an incorrect state of charge to display in the vehicle, or lead to an increased risk of a high voltage battery fire after repeated DC Fast Charging cycles.
Is it safe to drive a 2023-2025 Mustang Mach E with recall 26V582?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: 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.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: 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.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the software.
Which vehicles are included in recall 26V582?
Recall 26V582 covers 86 vehicles: 2023-2025 Ford Mustang Mach E.
NHTSA lists 86 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-2025 | Ford | Mustang Mach E |
What is the fix for the Mustang Mach E electrical management system software recall?
An interim notice went out first. Check NHTSA to see if the final repair is now available for your VIN.
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.
When was recall 26V582 announced?
Ford Motor Company reported recall 26V582 to NHTSA on September 9, 2026.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| August 26, 2025 | Last affected vehicle built. |
| September 9, 2026 | Ford Motor Company filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 26V582000. |
| September 18, 2026 | Letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 0 months ago. 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 26V582?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 26V582 is open on your Mustang Mach E, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 26V582000 is open on your Mustang Mach E, it will be listed there, along with Ford recall number 26S68. You can also ask any Ford dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should Mustang Mach E owners do about recall 26V582?
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 26V582000 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.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Keep a simple log of any software 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 179 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 80 of them about the ev and hybrid battery.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the ev and hybrid battery have been filed since recall 26V582 was reported (2) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 179 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 80 of them involve the ev and hybrid battery. 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.
- 2023 Ford Mustang Mach E: 123 complaints in total, 48 about the ev and hybrid battery
- 2024 Ford Mustang Mach E: 44 complaints in total, 26 about the ev and hybrid battery
- 2025 Ford Mustang Mach E: 12 complaints in total, 6 about the ev and hybrid battery
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
I traded in my vehicle and purchased a new vehicle on September 27, 2025. After signing the contract, I was informed that there were two recalls on the vehicle that would be taken care of by the end of the day.
2025 Ford Mustang Mach E owner, AL, NHTSA complaint 11695844, filed October 27, 2025
Dash completely turned off. We could not see speed, gear, battery life, etc. See attached photo of the dash board above the steering wheel. Tried turning car off and on, tried resetting the monitor. Dealership service advisor witnessed this.
2025 Ford Mustang Mach E owner, CA, NHTSA complaint 11706310, filed December 20, 2025
I was driving normally at about 45 mph with no strong acceleration, after about 20 minutes of driving… Then Cross Traffic Alert, Crash Alert, ABS Failure Alert, Parking Brake Fault Alert, and probably more alerts suddenly went off while driving.
2025 Ford Mustang Mach E owner, MI, NHTSA complaint 11742703, filed June 8, 2026
Can recall 26V582 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.
Owners often ask whether this software recall means their Mustang Mach E qualifies as a lemon. Not by itself. Song-Beverly looks at whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs use, value or safety and was not fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
High-voltage battery and drive system defects in EVs and hybrids can mean reduced range, charging faults, loss of drive power or a fire risk. These repairs often need parts on backorder, so days out of service add up quickly.
This is not the first recall for this problem. When a manufacturer has to recall the same software again, that suggests the earlier fix did not work. If your 2023-2025 Ford Mustang Mach E has had this repair more than once, keep every repair order.
Earlier campaigns on these vehicles involving the same component: 22V412000, 25V130000.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have 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.
A recall with no fix can support a buyback on its own.
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.
A software update can count as a repair attempt, especially if you complained about the problem or the update keeps being repeated. I've seen dealers do the same software update five or six times with no fix.
Recall repairs depend on parts. Owners can wait days, weeks or months, usually about one to three months in our cases, and those days count toward California's 30-day out-of-service rule.
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 26V582
Is the 26V582000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Mustang Mach E is part of recall 26V582000?
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.
Can a battery recall reduce my EV's range?
Some battery recalls limit the state of charge or range until a module or pack is replaced. Check your owner letter for any interim limits, and keep notes if range or charging changes after the repair.
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 26V582000 (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.