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Ford P2E53

27 stored in the on-board diagnostic control module A (SOBDM). This may be due to the SOBDM software. Replacement of the charge port will n

DriveNot yet established by verified evidence.
ChargeThe verified communication documents a stop-charging condition during Level 3 DC fast charging. Whether charging by other methods is available or appropriate is not yet established by verified evidence.
ServiceFord service is appropriate because the verified manufacturer communication identifies SOBDM software as a possible factor. Service urgency is not yet established by verified evidence.
Confidence95%

Quick answer

For 2021–2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E vehicles in the US, DTC P2E53:27 may be stored in the SOBDM during a battery stop-charging condition when using a Level 3 DC fast charger. Ford’s SSM 55080 states this may be due to SOBDM software and indicates charge-port replacement will not address the condition.

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1. What does P2E53 mean?

For 2021–2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E vehicles in the US, DTC P2E53:27 may be stored in the SOBDM during a battery stop-charging condition when using a Level 3 DC fast charger. Ford’s SSM 55080 states this may be due to SOBDM software and indicates charge-port replacement will not address the condition.

2. Technical explanation

Verified evidence links P2E53:27 to the on-board diagnostic control module A (SOBDM). The cited manufacturer communication describes a battery stop-charging condition during Level 3 DC fast charging, with P0EEE:27 and P2E53:27 stored in the SOBDM. The communication states that the condition may be due to SOBDM software.

3. What system is affected?

On-board diagnostic control module A (SOBDM), in relation to Level 3 DC fast-charging operation.

4. How serious is this code?

Not yet established by verified evidence.

5. Symptoms you may notice

  • Battery stop-charging condition when using a Level 3 DC fast charger.
  • DTC P2E53:27 stored in the SOBDM.
  • DTC P0EEE:27 may also be stored in the SOBDM.

6. Possible causes

  • The SOBDM software may cause the documented condition.

7. Can I still drive the vehicle?

Not yet established by verified evidence.

8. Can I charge the vehicle?

The verified communication documents a stop-charging condition during Level 3 DC fast charging. Whether charging by other methods is available or appropriate is not yet established by verified evidence.

9. What you can safely do

  • If this condition occurs, arrange diagnosis through a Ford dealer or qualified service facility.
  • Do not replace or attempt to repair high-voltage charging components yourself.

10. Step-by-step troubleshooting

  1. Confirm whether P2E53:27 is stored in the SOBDM.
  2. Confirm whether the condition occurred during Level 3 DC fast charging.
  3. Check for P0EEE:27, which is documented alongside P2E53:27 in the cited communication.
  4. Have a service facility review applicable SOBDM software information.

11. When to contact service

Ford service is appropriate because the verified manufacturer communication identifies SOBDM software as a possible factor. Service urgency is not yet established by verified evidence.

12. What the service center may check

  • Retrieve DTCs from the SOBDM, including P2E53:27 and P0EEE:27.
  • Verify the reported charging condition and charging method.
  • Review SOBDM software information relevant to SSM 55080.

13. Possible repair or resolution

  • The cited communication states that replacement of the charge port will not address this condition.
  • Any specific software update procedure or final repair resolution is not yet established by the supplied verified evidence.

14. Affected vehicles

15. Related TSBs / service bulletins

  • NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 11036286: Ford SSM 55080, published August 13, 2026. It addresses a battery stop-charging condition during Level 3 DC fast charging with P0EEE:27 and P2E53:27 stored in the SOBDM, notes SOBDM software as a possible cause, and states that charge-port replacement will not address the condition.

16. Recall information

  • Not yet established by verified evidence.

17. Official manufacturer information

Official source: NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 11036286, Ford SSM 55080: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/ffdd/tsbs/TSBS_RECEIVED_2025-2026.zip#nhtsa_id=11036286

19. Frequently asked questions

What does P2E53:27 mean for the Ford Mustang Mach-E?

For the documented vehicles and condition, P2E53:27 is stored in the SOBDM with a battery stop-charging condition during Level 3 DC fast charging. The communication says the condition may be due to SOBDM software.

Should the charge port be replaced for P2E53:27?

Ford SSM 55080 states that replacement of the charge port will not address the documented condition.

Can I still drive with P2E53:27?

Not yet established by verified evidence.

Can I charge with P2E53:27?

The verified evidence documents stop charging during Level 3 DC fast charging. Charging capability by other methods is not yet established by verified evidence.

20. Sources & verification

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