About average for the F-150
Owners filed about as many complaints as a typical F-150 year. The main thing to watch is the transmission and drivetrain, which half of owners reported by about 101,000 miles.
Based on owner complaints to NHTSA, compared with other F-150 years from 2012 to 2024. A good year can still be a bad car, so check the one you are looking at.
Owners have filed 1,540 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Ford F-150. The most reported problem area is the transmission and drivetrain (427, 28% of complaints), followed by the brakes and stability control and the engine and cooling. That ranks 6th of 13 F-150 years from 2012 to 2024 for complaints. It has 8 recalls.
19 of these complaints came from Utah owners.
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Problem areas ranked by how many complaints mention them. One complaint can name more than one area. Open an area to see what to check on a 2014 Ford F-150 before you buy.
Transmission and drivetrain
427 complaintsHarsh or delayed shifts, slipping, shuddering, CVT whine, and drivetrain clunks.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 101,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Drive it from cold if you can. Shifts should be smooth in every gear, including reverse.
- Feel for slipping (revs rise without the car speeding up), shudder at low speed and a delay when you put it in gear.
- Listen for whining, which is a common CVT complaint, and clunks when you go from drive to reverse.
- If it has 4WD or AWD, engage it on the test drive and ask when the transmission and differential fluids were last changed.
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What owners said
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V444000 (Power Train); however, a failure occurred after the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted into first gear. The transmission warning light…Owner complaint, filed 2026, at 145,500 miles
Keeps going into limp mode, codes are pointing to lead frame, a lot of sensor A codes. Rough shifting from 1st to 2nd as well as sudden down shiffting.Owner complaint, filed 2026
Brakes and stability control
363 complaintsBrakes that feel soft or grab, grinding, ABS and stability control faults.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 48,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- The pedal should feel firm and the car should stop straight without pulling, grinding or a pulsing pedal.
- The ABS and stability control lights should go out after startup and stay out.
- Look through the wheels at the rotors. A deep lip on the edge means brakes are due soon, which is a fair thing to negotiate on.
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What owners said
During a panic stop the brakes failed and the pedal went to the floor resulting in a rear end collision. The vehicle is currently with the mechanic but he believes it a failed brake booster. When I checked for related problems it seems the same brake booster (EL3Z-2140-E) in my 2014 F150 V8 5.0L was used in the same year 3.5L but yet the…Owner complaint, filed 2026
Brake master cylinder failed, leaking all Brake fluid into the Brake booster. I find recalls for this year model, but not my truck.Owner complaint, filed 2026
Engine and cooling
190 complaintsStalling, misfires, oil consumption, leaks, overheating and engine failure.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 75,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Ask the seller not to warm the car up, and start it cold. Listen for ticking, knocking or a rough idle in the first minute.
- Pull the oil dipstick and the oil cap. Low oil, a gasoline smell or a milky film on the cap are reasons to walk away or get an inspection.
- Plug in an OBD2 scanner. Stored or pending codes matter, and so do readiness monitors that show "not ready", which usually means the codes were cleared right before the sale.
- Ask for oil change records. A gap in the records on a model known for engine complaints is a negotiating point at minimum.
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What owners said
My truck has had repeated transmission issues, and has been "addressed" by two separate recalls (24S37 and 26S45). However, I am still having issues. I believe that "24S37 Supplement #1" specifically covers the issues I am having, yet Ford still continues to disregard my request. Tis is a major safety issue. It is my son's truck, and I…Owner complaint, filed 2026
While driving, transmission will randomly shift gears from a higher gear all the way down to first gear regardless of travel speed. When traveling at highway speeds, this results in a loss of traction on the rear wheels, causing fishtailing and a momentary loss of control. This problem is getting worse, and is the result of a known…Owner complaint, filed 2026
Electrical system
163 complaintsDead batteries, warning lights, failed screens and cameras, and electrical shorts.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 65,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Test every switch: windows, locks, mirrors, seat heaters, the screen, the backup camera, Bluetooth and every USB port.
- Watch the dash at startup. Every warning light should come on briefly and then go out.
- Have the battery and charging system tested. A weak alternator or battery drain shows up here.
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What owners said
I am submitting this complaint on behalf of my stepfather regarding a safety incident involving a 2014 Ford F-150. After coming to a complete stop at a red traffic light while on a curve, the truck shut off completely and would not restart. The hazard lights continued to function. The truck was towed to our home and has remained there…Owner complaint, filed 2026
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Ford F-150. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 154,279. The contact stated that the mileage listed on the paperwork was 153,945.Owner complaint, filed 2026, at 154,279 miles
Steering
160 complaintsLoss of power steering assist, wandering, play in the wheel and noises when turning.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 70,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Turn the wheel lock to lock while parked and listen for groaning, clicking or binding.
- On a straight road the car should track straight with the wheel centered and no loose feeling.
- A power steering warning on the dash, even briefly, deserves a mechanic’s look before you buy.
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What owners said
I have a 2014 F150 manufactured in 5/2026 and recently had my electronic power assist steering fail. Ford issued recall 14S09 / NHTSA 14V-316. The recall was for F150's made between 5/26/2014 and 6/19/2026 that covered a steering gear motor position sensor magnet that was installed incorrectly. The result of this problem was a failure of…Owner complaint, filed 2026
Read out is showing power steering assist fault. Steering is locking up and screaming. Shows there was a recall for this but that this vin was not on the recall. now it is saying service advance trac.Owner complaint, filed 2026
Lights, wipers and visibility
150 complaintsHeadlights that dim or fail, wiper and washer failures, and windshield cracks.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 50,000 miles. Parts named most: Defroster / defogger / HVAC system: rear window (22).
What to check before you buy
- Check every light: headlights on low and high, fog lights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights.
- Run the wipers on every speed with washer fluid, and run the defroster front and back.
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What owners said
The rear-view camera began working intermittently, and displaying a scrambled image when it did not work. It then stopped working all together and now only displays a blank screen. This began about 2 years ago, and it finally stopped working altogether about 1 year ago. I want to report it because the current rear-view camera recall…Owner complaint, filed 2025
Rear backup camera shows a blank screen intermittently / unpredictably. The dealership was unable to replicate it (because it occurs intermittently) while in for another repair so no repair attempt was made. It makes backing out of parking spaces safely difficult. It's been like this for about 5 years. I can make it available for…Owner complaint, filed 2025
Cruise control and acceleration
103 complaintsHesitation, loss of power, sudden acceleration and cruise control problems.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 52,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- On the test drive, press the gas gently and firmly. The response should be smooth with no lag or surge.
- Set the cruise control, then use resume and cancel to make sure each one works.
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What owners said
Vehicle Information: 2014 Ford F-150 VIN [XXX] Transmission: 6R80 Description of the problem: My 2014 Ford F-150 has a dangerous transmission issue. It suddenly downshifts from higher gears (like 4th or 5th) into 1st gear while driving, without warning. This creates a serious risk of loss of control or rear-end collision. Ford performed…Owner complaint, filed 2025
We took our truck to the local Ford dealership in regards to recall 24S37. There were no issues with the truck before we took it in. They say it was repaired on 1/7. A couple of weeks later the truck gets stuck in 1st gear and the now and at the same time the speedometer shuts down. We have read that if the program update doesn't fix it…Owner complaint, filed 2025
Fuel system
72 complaintsHesitation, stalling, fuel smell, fuel pump and injector failures.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 62,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Smell around the engine bay and under the rear of the car for raw fuel.
- On the test drive, accelerate firmly from a stop and up a grade. Stumbling, surging or a flashing check engine light are red flags.
- Fuel pump recalls are common. Check this exact VIN for open recalls before you buy.
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What owners said
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated that on several occasions, while refueling the vehicle, the fuel gauge fluctuated quickly. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle needed to be refueled frequently because the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic…Owner complaint, filed 2026, at 200,000 miles
Crank but no start. Found fuse 27 melted. This fuse supplies power to the fuel pump relay which gives the fuel pump power to run. The melted fuse had lost its connectivity. The fuse is a 20 amp. The fuse was not blown. Unable to determine the cause of the heat to melt the fuse. I searched YouTube and found that this is a common problem…Owner complaint, filed 2025
Body, doors and structure
38 complaintsRust, doors and liftgates that will not latch, leaks, and frame or structure concerns.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 71,000 miles. Parts named most: Body (26).
What to check before you buy
- Look underneath with a flashlight. Utah road salt is hard on frames, brake lines and the bottoms of doors.
- Open and close every door, the hood and the liftgate, and lock and unlock each one.
- Use a paint thickness gauge and compare panels. A panel that reads very differently from the rest has likely been repaired.
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What owners said
Both rear doors would not open from the outside or inside. They were not locked. They just would not open using the handle inside, trying to pull up on the lock mechanism and unlocking and locking numerous times. The doors would still not open. A child and a dog were in the back seat. I could not access them from the doors had to bring…Owner complaint, filed 2025
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the instrument panel indicated that the rear driver’s side door was ajar while the door was securely closed. The failure caused the cabin light to remain illuminated, causing the battery to be drained. The vehicle was jumped started and the battery was replaced. The vehicle had…Owner complaint, filed 2024, at 172,000 miles
Air bags
31 complaintsAir bag warning lights, air bags that did not deploy, and inflator recalls.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 46,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- The air bag (SRS) light should come on at startup and go out within a few seconds. If it stays on, the system may not work in a crash.
- Air bag recalls are some of the most serious. Check this exact VIN for open recalls and get proof any recall work was done.
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What owners said
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while stopped at a red light, the vehicle was rear-ended by another vehicle traveling at approximately 50 MPH. No air bags were deployed. No warning lights were illuminated. A police report was filed, and injuries were reported. The contact's husband was treated at the scene for…Owner complaint, filed 2023, at 189,000 miles
I constantly get a "Please remove objects near passenger seat" warning and the airbag light goes on. It happens when anyone is in the seat and also sometimes when it is vacant. No one will admit there is a problem.Owner complaint, filed 2022
Wheels and tires
29 complaintsTire failures, wheels and lug nuts, and tire pressure sensor faults.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 58,000 miles. Parts named most: Lugs / nuts / bolts / studs (5).
What to check before you buy
- Read the four-digit DOT date on each tire. Tires older than about six years should be replaced, whatever the tread looks like.
- Check tread depth on all four. On AWD vehicles all four tires should match.
- The tire pressure light should go out after startup.
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What owners said
I purchased a set of 4 LT275 /65 R18 BF Goodrich K02 tires on 8/19/2022 from Discount Tire. I notice some cracking along the front passenger side wall. I took it to Discount Tire and the verified that all four tires were doing the same thing. My family was driving at high speeds multiple places the days before finding this out. It should…Owner complaint, filed 2026
Defected original lug nuts. Experienced lug nuts that had swollen and could no longer be removed from the wheels using a normal socket. High risk to be stranded if needing to change spare tire. Concern for overall wheel stability due to not being secure / tight due to mushrooming Expensive to replace.Owner complaint, filed 2024
Driver assist systems
24 complaintsPhantom braking, false collision warnings, and lane keeping or backup sensors that act up.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 138,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Where it is safe, try the adaptive cruise and lane keeping on the test drive and watch for sudden braking or warnings with nothing there.
- Check the windshield in front of the camera and the bumper sensors for cracks, chips or poor repairs.
- Ask whether the windshield has been replaced. The camera has to be recalibrated afterward, and many shops skip it.
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What owners said
Back up camera and warning stop not working while backing up. Most F150 pick ups are in the recall but mine is not for some reason even though it fails almost every time I back up. There is many children using the side walks in my neighbor hood creating a serious situation.Owner complaint, filed 2025
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image was blank, distorted, or flipped to the opposite side. The driver was concerned about crashing. The contact shifted to park and back to reverse several times, but the camera was still inoperable. There were no warning lights…Owner complaint, filed 2025, at 120,000 miles
Seats and seat belts
17 complaintsBelts that will not latch or retract, seat adjusters and passenger occupancy sensors.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 38,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Pull out and latch every seat belt, and let each one retract on its own.
- Try every seat adjuster, and watch for a passenger air bag "off" light when an adult is in the seat.
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What owners said
March 13th. I was driving on County Road 6, south of Park Rapids, Minnesota, and noticed smoke coming from my coat laying on the passenger seat, I removed the coat and found smoke/flames coming out of the passenger seat. I stopped the truck, ran around to the door of the passenger seat, turned off the seat warmer, and put the fire out.…Owner complaint, filed 2022
The Airbag warning light appears on my dashboard. I took it to my local garage and he scanned the system that shows code B1214:13-8B - Passengers Safety Belt Retractor Pretensioner Deployment Control. I called Ford corporation and they said there are no recalls, however, I went online and a Ford recall #17S17 exists (Recall #17V472000)Owner complaint, filed 2021
Suspension
10 complaintsClunks over bumps, broken springs, worn struts and uneven tire wear.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 50,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Drive over a few bumps and potholes slowly with the radio off and listen for clunks or rattles.
- Check the tires for uneven wear on the inside or outside edges, a sign of alignment or suspension trouble.
- Look behind the wheels for oily, wet shocks or struts.
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What owners said
The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle to the dealer for tire rotation, the dealer informed the contact that the lug nuts were swollen. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised the contact that it was a known failure. A case was opened. The failure…Owner complaint, filed 2022, at 51,000 miles
Premature failure of left front coil spring with approximately 103,000 miles on truck.. Spring is still not repaired. I believe the broken state of this spring could have steering and handling implications to both this vehicle and others under certain conditions while operating vehicle on rough roadways, especially pothole laden ones.…Owner complaint, filed 2022
Ford F-150 complaints by year
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| Car | Vs. its other years | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 Ford F-150 | About average | 8 |
| 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | Among the worst years | 20 |
| 2014 Ram 1500 | Among the worst years | 17 |
| 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 | Among the worst years | 21 |
2014 Ford F-150 recalls
Transmission and drivetrain Control module
- 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.
Full recall 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 and drivetrain Control module
- 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.
Full recall 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.
- 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.
Full recall 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.
Seat belts
- Risk
- The improperly manufactured bolts may fracture.
- Fix
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected bolts, free of charge.
Full recall 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.
Full recall 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.
Full recall 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.
Full recall 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.
Full recall 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.
2014 Ford F-150 questions
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Ford F-150?
The most reported problem areas on the 2014 Ford F-150 are the transmission and drivetrain (427 complaints), the brakes and stability control (363 complaints) and the engine and cooling (190 complaints).
Is the 2014 Ford F-150 a good year to buy?
About average for the F-150. Owners filed about as many complaints as a typical F-150 year. The main thing to watch is the transmission and drivetrain, which half of owners reported by about 101,000 miles. Based on owner complaints to NHTSA, compared with other F-150 years from 2012 to 2024. A good year can still be a bad car, so check the one you are looking at.
How many recalls does the 2014 Ford F-150 have?
NHTSA lists 8 recalls for the 2014 Ford F-150. The most recent, from Jun 2026, covers the control module. Recalls cover the whole model year, so check the VIN of the car you are looking at to see which are still open.
At what mileage do 2014 Ford F-150 problems start?
Half of the owners who reported a problem with the transmission and drivetrain gave a mileage of about 101,000 miles or less. Half of the owners who reported a problem with the brakes and stability control gave a mileage of about 48,000 miles or less. Plenty of cars have these problems later or never, so ask for service records.
Which Ford F-150 years should I avoid?
The F-150 years with the most complaints compared with the rest are 2013. Years with clearly fewer complaints are 2020 and 2021. Years from 2022 on are too new to rate fairly yet.
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