KnownCarProblems2014 Ford F-150 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 1,537 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Ford F-150, most often about the transmission (28% of complaints, typically around 101,000 miles). It is 8th of 27 F-150 model years by number of complaints and has 8 recalls.
⚠ Safety advisory1 recall for this car came with a do-not-drive warning. See below and check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Most common 2014 Ford F-150 problems
Transmission
425 complaints · 28%Half of these problems showed up before 101,000 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission, driveline.
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. While driving 55 MPH, the vehicle downshifted and shut off without warning. The vehicle was taken to watson quality Ford (6130 n I-55, jackson, ms 39211, ([phone]), but they could not duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not…
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the oss in the transmission failed and the vehicle immediately lost power. The wrench icon and the check engine indicators illuminated as the vehicle was failing. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the oss…
Brakes
346 complaints · 23%Half of these problems showed up before 48,000 miles. Parts named most often: foundation components, pedals and linkages, antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, power assist.
While driving on the interstate @ 75 miles per hour, the low brake fluid light came on. At that time I tried my brakes and the pedal went straight to the floor, started down shifting and using the parking brake to stop. Truck was towed to the Ford dealership, dealer informed me that the master cylinder had leaked all…
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. While driving 20 MPH, the brakes failed and brake fluid leaked into the master cylinder. The brake fluid light illuminated. The issue recurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The VIN was invalid. The failure mileage was 45,000.
Engine
189 complaints · 12%Half of these problems showed up before 75,000 miles. Parts named most often: engine, exhaust system.
I have a 2014 F-150 3.5l ecoboost truck.... It has approximately 72,000 miles that are mainly long haul and not short around town stop/start miles. My understanding is this does not qualify for repair under warranty. I have recently experienced a total loss of engine power without any warning. If I turn off the engine…
Sounded like an exhaust leak coming from engine compartment 71604 miles .. Loss of power.. Needed to have exhaust manifold and gasket replaced 9drivers side).. Previous issues-- ring and pinion 62,500, throttle body 67900
Electrical
162 complaints · 11%Half of these problems showed up before 65,000 miles. Parts named most often: instrument panel, instrument cluster/panel, wiring, propulsion system.
The rear window defrost stopped working. 3 Ford dealerships indicated this is widespread with this vehicle. With snow sticking to the window, visibility for reversing to avoid other vehicles, obstacles and pedestrians is greatly reduced. A vehicle this large, even with rear camera and mirrors should have the best…
While driving down the interstate at 70 MPH. Truck died completely, dash flashed "put into park" my 15 year old son was driving and has sence to put it in neutral instead. He manuvered to the shoulder from the inside lane. The truck interior lights come on, but nothing else. No power to anything when key is inserted.…
Steering
159 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 70,000 miles. Parts named most often: rack and pinion.
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. While driving approximately 45 MPH and making a left turn, the steering wheel suddenly malfunctioned and became very difficult to turn. During the incident, the check steering warning displayed. The vehicle was examined by an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the steering…
While turning to the left I heard a sequelching noise. I then got a message to service my acutraction system. I would turn my truck off then back on and it would reset and go off. This took place for a few days. While message was on the lever for my turn signals would not stay activated. Today (9/25/2018) I got the…
Other or unspecified
148 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 59,000 miles.
No recall, but have had trouble with the transmission from day one, it jerks does not change gears the way they should, supposedly fix they installed a new transmission pump and still the same, say they cannot duplicate the problem . When on the highway have to slow down and then when you try to accelerate it jerks…
"takata recall" I was letting my truck warm up before a hunting trip that morning, ice on windows so turned on rear defrost, got in truck drove roughly 5miles up the road and rear driver section of glass "exploded" and spider webbed, rear defrost was on at the time of incident.
Visibility and wipers
142 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 51,500 miles. Parts named most often: defroster/defogger/hvac system, glass, side/rear, sun/moon roof assembly, windshield.
The rear window exploded for the second time, in driveway after starting car with remote starter. The first time it happened was in december 2016, when the vehicle was in a relatives driveway heating up, after being started with the remote starter.
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. When the vehicle was started and while idling, the rear driver side window exploded. The vehicle was driven to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.
Speed control
102 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 52,000 miles. Parts named most often: accelerator pedal, throttle.
Throttle control sporadically becomes unresponsive while in motion. Vehicle must be stopped , placed in park, and restarted. Occurs regardless of speed or driving conditions. P2112 error code
Etb. We lost power on are 2014 f 150 eco boost doing 50 plus miles an hour .. Out of no where it started to not accelerate and just shut down . Check engine popped on we managed to move to the side . It started up after two attempts then check engine light came on . It drove to nearest shop to have code checked they…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2014 Ford F-150 recalls
Transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Risk: Unexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the PCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed july 8, 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26s45. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on july 6, 2026.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 f-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24v444. A loss of signal between the transmission output shaft speed sensor and the powertrain control module (PCM) can cause the transmission to unexpectedly downshift into first gear.
Transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Risk: Unexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed july 1, 2024. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24s37.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014 f-150 vehicles. A loss of signal between the transmission output shaft speed sensor and the powertrain control module can cause the transmission to unexpectedly downshift into first gear, regardless of vehicle speed.
Brakes: master cylinder
Risk: A loss of brake fluid may result in a change in brake pedal travel and feel, increased pedal effort and reduced front brake function, possibly requiring greater effort and distance to stop the vehicle. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake master cylinder and inspect the brake booster, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. Ford issued owners an interim notification on june 30, 2020. The recall began on october 28, 2020. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20s31.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014-2017 f-150 pickup trucks equipped with 3.5l ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may leak brake fluid into the brake booster.
Seats
Risk: The improperly manufactured bolts may fracture. If a seat, seatback, or seatbelt anchor attaching bolt fractures, the affected component may not be properly secured, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected bolts, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed september 8, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available in the fourth quarter of 2017. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17s17.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014 ford f-150 and e-350, 2014-2015 ford escape, and 2015 lincoln mkc vehicles. Improperly manufactured bolts may have been used to install certain seats, seatbacks, seatbelt buckles, or seatbelt anchors on these vehicles.
Brakes: fluid
Risk: Loss of brake fluid from the primary reservoir results in a complete loss of front brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake master cylinder and, if necessary, the brake booster, free of charge. The recall began on october 28, 2016. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16s24.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 f-150 vehicles manufactured august 1, 2013, to august 31, 2014 equipped with 3.5l engines. The master cylinder rear cup seal may roll, resulting in brake fluid leakage from the primary reservoir into the brake booster.
Seats
Risk: Improper suppression of the passenger airbag increases the risk of an injury to the seat occupant in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front passenger airbag.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will widen the gap between the seat frame and seat track assembly and recalibrate the seat ocs, free of charge. The recall began november 25, 2014. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14c10.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 ford f-150 and flex vehicles manufactured march 1, 2014, to may 31, 2014. The affected vehicles were manufactured with a reduced clearance between the seat frame and the seat track assembly. This can cause the occupant classification system (ocs) to inaccurately register passenger weight and improperly suppress the passenger front airbag when the passenger seat is occupied by an adult passenger. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
Lights: switch
Risk: If the brake lights fail to illuminate, or illuminate after a delay, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will adjust the brake pedal position switch, free of charge. The recall began on november 24, 2014. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14c09. Note: until the vehicle has been remedied, owners are advised not to use their cruise control system.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 f-150 vehicles manufactured march 1, 2014, to march 13, 2014. The affected vehicles may have a brake pedal position switch that is improperly adjusted. As a result, the brake lights may illuminate with a delay or not at all. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Steering: electric power assist system
Risk: A loss of steering control while driving increases the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the epas steering gear, free of charge. The recall began in july 2014. Note: owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been remedied. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14s09.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 ford f-150 trucks manufactured may 26, 2014 to june 19, 2014, and equipped with electronic power assist steering (epas). The affected vehicles may have an incorrectly installed epas gear motor position sensor magnet that can lead to a total loss of steering control while driving.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Unintended transmission downshift
Summary
In september 2016, ford motor company (ford) issued safety recall 16v-248 which included certain model year (my) 2011-2012 ford f-150 vehicles equipped with 6-speed (6r80) automatic transmissions. This recall was in response to allegations of unintended, unexpected vehicle transmission downshifting to a lower gear without warning, often accompanied by temporary rear wheel lock-up, increasing the risk of a crash and/or injury, and included approximately 153,581 vehicles. Ford identified the root cause of the unintended, unexpected vehicle transmission downshifting to a lower gear to be intermittent signal loss from the transmissionâs output shaft speed (oss) sensor due to solder joint crack
Master cylinder external leak
Summary
On may 23, 2016, ford motor company (ford) submitted a defect information report (dir) to NHTSA regarding a master cylinder defect that could result in loss of the front brake circuit in approximately 225,012 model year 2013 through 2014 ford f-150 vehicles equipped with 3.5-liter gtdi engines and built at the dearborn truck plant from august 1, 2013 through august 22, 2014; and the kansas city assembly plant from august 1, 2013 through august 31, 2014 (NHTSA recall #16v-345, ford recall #16s24).ford indicated that the rearmost cup seal in the brake master cylinder may roll, resulting in leakage from the brake fluid reservoir to the brake booster.according to ford's dir, depending on the amo
Questions about the 2014 Ford F-150
- What are the most common problems with the 2014 Ford F-150?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: transmission (425 complaints, typically around 101,000 miles); brakes (346 complaints, typically around 48,000 miles); engine (189 complaints, typically around 75,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2014 Ford F-150 have?
- 8 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from June 9, 2026 (transmission). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2014 a bad year for the Ford F-150?
- It is 8th of 27 F-150 model years by number of complaints, with 1,537 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.