NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E BEV BEV Safety Ratings
The 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E BEV BEV scores 87 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E BEV earned a Strong band placement with a NHTSA Safety Index of 87/100, reflecting a commendable overall safety profile. This electric vehicle enters the market with a clean recall record, indicating a robust initial quality in terms of manufacturing and design. However, a notable area for improvement lies in its avoidance technology sub-score, which was notably low, suggesting that active safety features designed to prevent collisions may warrant further development.
The 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E BEV SUV AWD earned a 5-out-of-5 overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, sourced from NHTSA crash-test and recall data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 143 SUVs from 2026 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E BEV BEV ranks 87 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 87 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 8.6% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 87 of 143 SUVs tested for 2026 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E BEV BEV?
The 2026 Mustang Mach-E BEV achieves a NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, placing it in our Strong band. This assessment is largely driven by its perfect 5-star overall NHTSA rating and an absence of any recalls. The vehicle's crash-protection sub-score stands at 65 out of 70, reflecting strong performance in NCAP testing; only a 4-star frontal result kept it from a perfect score in this area. A defect-record sub-score of 20 out of 20 directly results from its clean recall history. The primary factor preventing a higher Safety Index score is the vehicle's avoidance technology, which rates only 2 out of 10. NHTSA data indicates that neither forward collision warning nor lane departure warning systems are equipped on this trim configuration. Electronic stability control is the only active-safety feature listed. This combination of robust passive crash protection and limited active safety features defines the 2026 Mustang Mach-E BEV's safety profile.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E BEV BEV perform in crash tests?
The 2026 Mustang Mach-E BEV AWD achieved a 5-out-of-5 overall star rating from NHTSA. This strong performance was underscored by 5-star ratings in both side impact and rollover protection. The vehicle exhibited a 9 percent rollover risk, with the dynamic tip test resulting in "No Tip." Frontal protection, however, received a 4-out-of-5-star rating, standing as the only category not to achieve the maximum score.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 21429
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E BEV BEV have any recalls?
The 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E BEV carries zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. There are no open safety defect actions, no park-outside advisories, and no do-not-drive orders associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check at NHTSA.gov, as recall filings can occur at any point after a vehicle enters service.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E BEV BEV?
NHTSA has received one owner complaint for the 2026 Mustang Mach-E BEV. That single report touches three component categories: Electrical System, Exterior Lighting, and Service Brakes. These are unverified consumer allegations only. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are alleged in the complaint record.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E BEV BEV?
Though no recall campaigns are currently on file for this model, consumers should be aware that recalls can be issued at any time after a vehicle's introduction. Shoppers should always check the VIN through NHTSA.gov prior to purchase to confirm recall status and remedy completion.
- The 2026 model year carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns, giving it a perfect 20-out-of-20 defect-record sub-score within the NHTSA Safety Index.
- NHTSA's NCAP testing gave this AWD configuration a 5-star overall rating, but the frontal-crash result of 4 stars is the single area where protection fell below the top mark.
- The avoidance-technology sub-score of 2 out of 10 reflects NHTSA data showing no forward collision warning and no lane departure warning on this trim, which is a meaningful gap compared to competitors that score higher in that category.
- Only one owner complaint has been filed with NHTSA for this model year, touching the Electrical System, Exterior Lighting, and Service Brakes categories as unverified allegations, with no crashes, injuries, or deaths reported.
RANKINGSWhere the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E BEV BEV places
The 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E BEV BEV qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E BEV BEV safety questions
Was the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E BEV BEV crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E BEV BEV, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E BEV BEV crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E BEV BEV earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 8.6%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E BEV BEV have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E BEV BEV as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E BEV BEV?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E BEV BEV. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Rivals in SUV (2026)
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|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Lexus GX 550 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Lexus Rz 350e BEV | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Lexus Rz 550e BEV | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander MHEV | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 21429), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Ford Mustang Mach-E BEV BEV 2026.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 87 of 143 in the SUV class for 2026.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.