DecodedCars2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2022 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV AWD, 4dr SUV RWD
- Engines
- Electric motor
- Horsepower
- 266–480 hp
- Transmission
- 1-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Fuel
- EV
- EV range
- 314 mi · 8 h on 240 V
- Length
- 185.8 in
- Curb weight
- 4,394–4,588 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 9 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Long EV rangeUp to 314 miles on a charge (EPA).
- Strong performanceUp to 480 hp, versus about 235 hp for similar 2022 models.
- AWD / 4WD available
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- 9 recallsMore than similar models (about 3). Confirm repairs with the VIN.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 34 similar 2022 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E is a small SUV powered by electricity and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 186 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 117-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,588 lb (4dr SUV AWD).
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 314 miles and takes about 8 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 9 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 139 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2022
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2021 Mustang Mach-E — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2021; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2021 Mustang Mach-E →
Trims, performance & features
Powertrain266–480 hpElectric motor
Transmission1-speed automatic
DriveAWD/4WD · RWD
Seating5 seats · 2 rows
Trims
PremiumGTSelect
Safety & driver-assist features
Automatic emergency brakingStandard
Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard
Forward collision warningStandard
Blind-spot monitoringStandard
Rear cross-traffic alertStandard
Lane departure warningStandard
Lane keeping assistStandard
Lane centeringStandard
Adaptive cruise controlStandard
Parking assistSome trims
Backup cameraStandard
Automatic high beamsStandard
Keyless startStandard
LED headlightsYes
Built in: Cuautitan, Mexico
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2022 Mustang Mach-E configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV AWD | 185.8 in | 74 in | 63 in | 116.9 in | 64.2 / 64.2 in | 4,588 lb | 49/51 |
| 4dr SUV RWD | 185.8 in | 74 in | 63 in | 116.9 in | 64.2 / 64.2 in | 4,394 lb | 47/53 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mustang Mach-E RWD EV | 198 kW AC PMSM | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 247 mi · 32.6286 kWh/100mi | – | $750 | – |
| Mustang Mach-E CAL RT 1 ER RWD EV | 216 kW AC PMSM | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 314 mi · 33.3429 kWh/100mi | – | $750 | – |
| Mustang Mach-E CAL RT 1 ER AWD EV | 258 and 258 kW AC PMSM | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 312 mi · 34.3429 kWh/100mi | – | $750 | – |
| Mustang Mach-E RWD Extended EV | 216 kW AC PMSM | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 303 mi · 34.6143 kWh/100mi | – | $800 | – |
| Mustang Mach-E AWD EV | 198 and 198 kW AC PMSM | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 224 mi · 36.3143 kWh/100mi | – | $800 | – |
| Mustang Mach-E AWD Extended EV | 258 and 258 kW AC PMSM | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 277 mi · 37.0929 kWh/100mi | – | $850 | – |
| Mustang Mach-E GT EV | 179 and 179 kW AC PMSM | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 270 mi · 40.1929 kWh/100mi | – | $900 | – |
| Mustang Mach-E GT Performance EV | 179 kW AC PMSM | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 260 mi · 41.1786 kWh/100mi | – | $950 | – |
10/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
10/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Save $8,250Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
26.5 MPG2022 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD average
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2022 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E.
Similar 2022 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E (this car) | 314 mi | Not rated | 9 |
| 2022 Toyota RAV4 | 40 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime | 38 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2022 Honda CR-V | 38 MPG | ★★★★★ | 6 |
| 2022 Toyota 4Runner | 17 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2022 Hyundai Tucson | 38 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2022 Subaru Forester | 29 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
Recalls (9)
Power Train › Driveline › Differential Unit · Jun 30, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V417000 · 42,784 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Mustang Mach E vehicles. The rear differential pinion shaft may fracture.
- Risk
- Differential pinion shaft fracture may result in a loss of drive power, or unintended vehicle movement if the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will repair or replace the rear differential assembly as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 13, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in late December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S50.
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery › Management System/Energy Control Module (Bms/Becm) · Jun 27, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V441000 · 239 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Mustang Mach E vehicles equipped with an extended range battery. The high voltage battery main contactors may overheat.
- Risk
- An overheated high voltage battery contactor can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the high voltage battery junction box, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S56. This recall is an expansion of previous NHTSA recall number 23V687.
Electrical System › Body Control Module › Software · Jun 13, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V404000 · 197,432 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Mustang Mach E vehicles. In the event of a low battery charge, the electronic door latches may remain locked once the driver or front passenger exits and shuts the door, possibly trapping someone who is unable to use the inside door release handles, such as a child in the back seat.
- Risk
- The inability to enter or exit the vehicle in an emergency increases the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and the Secondary On-Board Diagnostic Control Module C (SOBDMC) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to 2021-2025 Mustang Mach-E owners September 12, 2025. Additionally, Owner notification letters were mailed to 2024-2025 Mustang Mach-E owners July 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S65.
Back Over Prevention › Software · May 9, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V315000 · 1,076,138 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
- Risk
- A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery › Management System/Energy Control Module (Bms/Becm) › Software · Feb 28, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V130000 · 626 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Mustang Mach-E vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-412. The high voltage battery main contactors may overheat.
- Risk
- An overheated high voltage battery contactor may cause the vehicle to lose drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the on-board software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S14.
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery › Management System/Energy Control Module (Bms/Becm) · Oct 13, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V687000 · 34,762 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Mustang Mach-E vehicles equipped with an extended range battery. The high voltage battery main contactors may overheat.
- Risk
- An overheated high voltage battery contactor can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the high voltage battery junction box, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 29, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S56. Vehicles included in this recall that were previously repaired under recall 22V-412 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Power Train › Axle Assembly › Axle Shaft · Aug 26, 2022
NHTSA campaign 22V646000 · 1,175 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Mustang Mach-E vehicles. The right-rear axle half shafts may have been manufactured improperly, allowing the half shaft stem to break under load.
- Risk
- A broken half shaft can cause a loss of drive power, or a rollaway could occur while parked if the electronic parking brake is not engaged. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect the serial number, and replace the right-rear half shaft, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 19, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S55.
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery › Management System/Energy Control Module (Bms/Becm) › Software · Jun 10, 2022
NHTSA campaign 22V412000 · 48,924 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Mustang Mach-E vehicles. The high voltage battery main contactors may overheat.
- Risk
- An overheated high voltage battery contactor may cause the vehicle to lose drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the on-board software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 8, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S41.
Seat Belts › Rear/Other › Anchorage · Dec 16, 2021
NHTSA campaign 21V979000 · 2,622 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Mustang Mach-E and 2022 Maverick vehicles. The rear seat belt buckles may not be properly attached to the rear floor assembly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
- Risk
- Improperly attached seat belts may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will repair the rear seat belt buckle attachments, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 28, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C36.
Not every 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
139Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
13Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
3Injuries reported
19,995 miTypical mileage at failure
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 9 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Electrical System — 74 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Power Train — 28 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 20 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 19,995 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Battery health. Ask for a battery state-of-health report, check the remaining battery warranty, and compare the displayed range at 100% charge with the EPA's 314 miles.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Mustang Mach-E years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Mustang Mach-E | 320 mi | 185.8 in | Not rated | 2 | 1 |
| 2025 Mustang Mach-E | 320 mi | 185.8 in | Not rated | 7 | 14 |
| 2024 Mustang Mach-E | 320 mi | 185.8 in | Not rated | 5 | 48 |
| 2023 Mustang Mach-E | 312 mi | 185.8 in | Not rated | 6 | 128 |
| 2021 Mustang Mach-E | 305 mi | 185.8 in | Not rated | 13 | 351 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Ford. How we calculate this →