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The Ford Mustang Mach-E was recently recalled. The electric SUV made a huge impact in 2021. The Mach-E SUV gets over-the-air updates. Its recent recall proves just how useful those updates could be.

Here’s why the recent Ford Mustang Mach-E recall isn’t a huge deal

A 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E electric SUV is driving on the road.
The 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E | Ford

The Ford Mustang Mach-E electric SUV has been recalled several times thus far. One of its most recent recalls involved a rear seat belt that wasn’t properly attached. The most recent Mustang Mach-E recall regards a software issue.

According to CNET, 464 Ford Mustang Mach-E electric SUVs were recalled over the software issue. The issue affects Mach-E models with all-wheel drive. It’s a software bug that could potentially increase the risk of a crash. No accidents or fatalities have been reported as a result of the software bug thus far.

This recall has exposed an innovative Mach-E feature. Since the electric SUV can revive over-the-air software updates, many Mach-E models won’t have to physically move to go through the recall. Over-the-air updates can revolutionize vehicle recalls, and the Mustang Mach-E is one of the first to have a recall issue fixed via this new method. Software issues just got a lot easier to deal with for thousands of vehicles.

The 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E is a huge win for the Blue Oval

A white 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E electric SUV is parked.
The 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E | Ford

The 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E starts at $43,895. It uses its electric powertrain to produce 266 horses. The Mach-E electric SUV has 224 miles of driving range.

The electric SUV is no muscle car, but it provides enough pep to keep most consumers engaged. Its driving range is also sufficient enough for many drivers.

The 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E is a huge win for the American automaker because it competes with the Tesla Model Y. The Mach-E is Ford’s first entry into the electric vehicle space. It’s praised for its handling, refined cabin, affordability, and practicality.

The SUV segment is currently the most popular segment in America. The Mach-E is a standout model in its respective vehicle segment, even as more competitors emerge.

The Mustang Mach-E has amazing potential


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The 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E electric SUV has the potential to become the most popular electric SUV in America in the next few years. The Mach-E is much more affordable than the Tesla Model Y.

It’s currently more popular in America than the Volkswagen ID.4. If any vehicle can become the best-selling electric vehicle in the U.S., it’s the Blue Oval’s first EV. It got a near-perfect overall score from Car and Driver. Over-the-air updates are the future, and the Mach-E is leading the charge.

Read more about the success of Ford’s first fully electric SUV in the next article below.

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