Recall 26V487 affects 86,543 2023-2025 Ford Mustang Mach E vehicles for rear quarter-window trim that can detach. Ford dealer repair will be free once available.
Ford is recalling 86,543 2023-2025 Mustang Mach E vehicles because rear side quarter window glass trim can be improperly secured and detach. Detached trim pieces can create a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash; the Ford dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The rear side quarter window glass trim on the 2023-2025 Ford Mustang Mach E is the exterior strip attached to the rear quarter window glass. It helps finish the window opening and keeps the glass edge covered, so it needs a firm bond to stay seated while the vehicle is moving.
On affected SUVs, the supplier changed the assembly jig used to install that trim. The faster process did not leave enough time for the trim primer to cure before installation. That weak bond lets the trim loosen from the glass. If it detaches while driving, the loose trim can leave the vehicle and create a hazard for other road users. The Ford dealer repair is free and secures the trim correctly to the rear side quarter window glass.
Owners can notice the trim sitting loose or not fully seated against the window. Wind noise, squeaks, or rattles while driving are warning signs that the trim is no longer holding as designed.
Who's affected?
VINs become searchable on September 7, 2026; until then, the VIN-by-VIN list is not public.
| 2023 Ford Mustang Mach E | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| 2024 Ford Mustang Mach E | body or structural component |
| 2025 Ford Mustang Mach E | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 86,543 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 219 field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Detached rear quarter window trim can fall from the vehicle, create a road hazard, and increase the risk of a crash. Loose trim, wind noise, squeaks, or rattles are warning signs. If you notice them, schedule service soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023-2025 Ford Mustang Mach E is included in this recall.
- Watch for Ford's interim owner letter expected September 10, 2026; it explains the safety risk before the repair opens.
- Call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 with questions, and reference recall number 26V487 (Ford recall 26S56).
- Schedule the free Ford dealer inspection once the remedy opens; the dealer checks the quarter window glass assemblies and replaces them to keep loose trim from detaching.
- Drive with care until the repair is complete, and keep extra distance if trim noise or looseness appears near the rear side quarter windows.
What happens at the repair
Ford has not opened the final repair yet. Once it is available, the recall repair will be free at the dealer. A Ford technician will inspect the rear quarter window glass assemblies and replace any assembly with trim that is not secured correctly. Parts and labor are covered. Ford used its general reimbursement plan on file, so owners who already paid for a related quarter-window repair can ask Ford customer service about reimbursement and bring repair orders or receipts as documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 28, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 3, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| September 7, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 7, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| September 10, 2026 | Interim owner notification (planned) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V487?
Recall 26V487 covers 86,543 2023-2025 Ford Mustang Mach E vehicles with rear side quarter window glass trim that can detach. Detached trim can become a road hazard and increase crash risk. Ford dealers will inspect and replace the quarter window glass assemblies for free once the remedy opens.
What should I do if my 2023-2025 Ford Mustang Mach E is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Mustang Mach E is included in recall 26V487. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer and ask about recall 26S56. Ford plans an interim owner letter on September 10, 2026, with another letter once the repair is available.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will inspect the quarter window glass assemblies and replace them as needed free of charge. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall repair at no cost at a franchised Ford dealer.
Is it safe to drive my Mustang Mach E before the repair?
Ford has not issued a do not drive order for this recall. The safety issue is detached exterior trim, which can create a road hazard and increase crash risk. Confirm your VIN, then ask a Ford dealer how to handle the vehicle until the repair is available.
When will Ford notify owners about recall 26V487?
Ford expects to mail interim owner letters on September 10, 2026. Those letters tell owners about the safety risk. Ford will send another letter once dealers have the remedy available for the quarter window glass assembly inspection and replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V487000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V487 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V487000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on August 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →