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NHTSA crash test of the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Bev Bev

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Bev Bev

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

0Recalls
1Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE FORD MUSTANG MACH-E BEV BEV

The 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E is a fully electric midsize SUV that borrows the Mustang name to target buyers who want an emotionally engaging, performance-flavored EV without giving up everyday practicality. It competes directly with the Tesla Model Y and Volkswagen ID.4, appealing to tech-forward families and commuters who prioritize a blend of style, space, and zero-emission driving.

VERDICT

The 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Bev Bev earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Its 5-star rollover rating stands out for families and child-seat buyers. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • families prioritizing rollover safety
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally find the Mach-E to be one of the more refined and engaging options in the electric SUV segment, praising its responsive driving dynamics, well-finished interior materials, and intuitive infotainment layout. Most consider it a strong value proposition for buyers who want an EV with a distinct character rather than a purely utilitarian feel.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 8.6%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 21429

Index breakdown

Crash protection65/70
Avoidance tech2/10
Defect record20/20
Forward collision warning: NoLane departure warning: NoStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

No vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Bev Bev at NHTSA as of 2026-07-02. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the safety score.

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsElectrical System 1Exterior Lighting 1Service Brakes 1

Rivals in SUV (2026)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 21429), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Ford Mustang Mach-E Bev Bev 2026. Class rank 87 of 143 in SUV 2026. Methodology · Disclosure