Owners of nearly 200,000 Ford Mustang Mach-E SUVs face a frightening scenario where children could become trapped inside their vehicles due to a serious electronic door lock malfunction that occurs when battery power runs low.
Key Takeaways
- Ford is recalling 197,432 Mustang Mach-E SUVs from model years 2021-2025 due to an electronic door latch failure that could trap rear passengers
- The dangerous defect occurs during low battery conditions, potentially locking drivers out of their vehicles while simultaneously trapping rear passengers inside
- All Mach-E SUVs produced between February 2020 and June 2025 are affected, with Ford confirming 100% of these vehicles have the defect
- Ford will begin notifying owners on June 23, 2025, with repairs involving replacement of the powertrain control module at no cost to consumers
Another EV Safety Concern Emerges
In yet another blow to the electric vehicle industry championed by the Left, Ford has announced a massive recall affecting nearly 200,000 Mustang Mach-E SUVs. The recall addresses a potentially dangerous electronic door lock malfunction that could trap passengers, especially children, inside the vehicle. This problem specifically occurs when the vehicle’s battery power runs low, causing the electronic door latch system to fail. The recall affects all Mach-E vehicles produced between February 2020 and June 2025, with Ford confirming that 100% of these vehicles contain this defect that could put Americans at risk.
The safety issue becomes particularly concerning in scenarios where the vehicle’s power system enters a low-power state. When this occurs, drivers and front passengers could exit the vehicle only to find themselves locked out, while rear passengers—often children—remain trapped inside with no way to open the doors. “This dangerous situation exposes yet another unforeseen safety risk in the Biden administration’s rushed push toward electric vehicle adoption, highlighting the serious practical concerns with an all-electric transportation future that have been routinely ignored by climate alarmists,” declared by Ford.
Warning Signs and Dangerous Implications
Ford has identified several warning signs that indicate the door lock malfunction may be imminent. Owners should be alert for a “system to save power” warning message appearing on their instrument panel, a blank or non-responsive SYNC infotainment display, or increased resistance when using the inside door release handle. These symptoms indicate the vehicle is experiencing the power management issue that triggers the door lock failure. While no accidents or injuries have yet been reported as a direct result of this defect, numerous owners have already experienced being locked out of their vehicles.
The technical nature of this recall underscores a fundamental problem with overly complex electric vehicles. Traditional mechanical door locks rarely suffer from such catastrophic failures, but the Mach-E’s sophisticated electronic systems introduce new points of failure that can create dangerous situations. This is particularly troubling given the Mach-E’s premium pricing and Ford’s positioning of the vehicle as a flagship electric offering. The fact that such a basic safety feature could completely fail raises serious questions about the overall reliability and safety engineering of these government-subsidized electric vehicles.
Recall Timeline and Fix
Ford has announced that it will begin notifying owners of affected vehicles by mail starting June 23, 2025. The company’s fix involves replacing the powertrain control module to correct the door lock issue. While this repair will be performed at no cost to owners, the recall represents yet another inconvenience for consumers who purchased these vehicles, often at premium prices with the promise of advanced technology and reliability. “This recall also follows a troubling pattern of quality and safety issues that have plagued Ford’s electric vehicle program,” declared by Ford.
Owners seeking additional information about this recall can visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s recalls website or contact Ford’s customer service directly. The recall campaign number is 25S31, and the NHTSA campaign number is 25V467. This significant safety issue affecting one of Ford’s flagship electric vehicles should give pause to those who believe that electric vehicles are inherently superior to traditional gasoline-powered automobiles. The reality is that rushing toward an all-electric future without fully resolving these critical safety and reliability issues puts American families at unnecessary risk.
