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Our severity:SevereNHTSA·25V513000·Announced 2025-08-08

Ford Recalls 2021 Mustang Mach-E for Brake Software Update

Ford is recalling 2021 Mustang Mach-E vehicles to update ABS software that may disable power brake assist and stability controls, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect affecting braking and stability systems, which the source text states can result in a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

Plain-English summary

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2021 Mustang Mach-E vehicles that were previously repaired under recall 24V777. The recall addresses an Over-The-Air (OTA) update to the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) that may have been applied incorrectly.

The defect 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, while a disabled antilock brake system or stability control system can result in a loss of vehicle control. These scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Dealers will update the ABS calibration software free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 18, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S81.

The recalled product

Product
FORD MUSTANG MACH E
Brand
FORD
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — Braking System
Hazard
Affected units
8

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • MUSTANG MACH E

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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