Ford Mustang Mach-E Recall R/2025/293: Battery Discharge, Who Is Affected And What To Do
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- How serious
- 3 Sep 2025
- Launched
- 16,155
- vehicles in the UK
- 25S65
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Ford recalled Mustang Mach-E vehicles built between 17 March 2020 and 30 May 2025. In the event of an unexpected 12V battery discharge the front door electronic latches retain their last lock/unlock status which could result in an unexpected lock out or lock in condition. The dealer will update the software for the power control module and the secondary On-Board diagnostic control module. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
In the event of an unexpected 12V battery discharge the front door electronic latches retain their last lock/unlock status which could result in an unexpected lock out or lock in condition.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: 25S65 - Mustang Mach E - 12V Battery Discharge Defect: On affected vehicles in the event of an unexpected 12V battery discharge the front door electronic latches retain their last lock/unlock status which could result in an unexpected lock out or lock in condition. Remedy: Update the software for the Power Control Module and the Secondary On-Board Diagnostic Control Module.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in an unexpected lock out or lock in condition.
The Fix
The dealer will update the software for the power control module and the secondary On-Board diagnostic control module. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Mustang Mach-E built between 17 March 2020 and 30 May 2025 may be included. Ford estimates 16,155 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Ford, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Ford.
- Book with any franchised Ford dealer, quoting the campaign code 25S65 or the DVSA reference R/2025/293. See how to get a Ford recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mustang Mach-ERear quarter glass moulding | Low | R/2026/356 | |
| Mustang Mach-EIt is possible that the high voltage main contactors may overheat | Urgent | R/2022/194 | |
| Mustang Mach-EInadequate front windshield adhesion to the vehicle body structure | Low | R/2022/014 | |
| Mustang Mach-ERear seat belt buckle anchorage attachments may not meet the design specification | Urgent | R/2022/015 | |
| Mustang Mach-EWind noise and water leaks around the panoramic glass roof due to adhesion issues | Low | R/2021/397 |
This is one of 378 Ford recalls in DVSA’s data. The Ford recall launched before it was R/2025/326 on 15 Aug 2025, for potential loss of brake assist. The one launched after it was R/2025/359 on 8 Sep 2025, for rear-View camera software update. You can also see every Ford recall, the Ford Mustang Mach-E recall history, all recalls launched in 2025 and door and latch recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2025/293, launched 3 September 2025. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.