Vehicle recall 21V140000 · March 5, 2021
2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E
The front subframe bolts may not have been tightened properly during assembly, which could result in loose bolts.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Mustang Mach-E vehicles. The front subframe bolts may not have been tightened properly during assembly, which could result in loose bolts.
- Consequence
- Loose subframe bolts may reduce the vehicle's performance in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front subframe bolts and tighten them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 2, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S09.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V140000
- Reported to NHTSA
- March 5, 2021
- Filed by
- Ford Motor Company
- Manufacturer campaign
- 21S09
- Owner notification
- April 2, 2021
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 1,258
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Suspension › Subframe/mounting bracket; Structure › Frame and members
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Ford Mustang Mach-E (2021): 2021
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