MYRModel Year Report

2014 Ford C-MAX Energi

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2014 Ford C-MAX Energi
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:51:41.634Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
30
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

53% of complaints

Complaints per year

2013: 50 complaints 2013 2014: 30 complaints 2014 30 2015: 15 complaints 2015 2016: 12 complaints 2016 2017: 4 complaints 2017
2013: 50 complaints 2013 2014: 30 complaints 2014 30 2015: 15 complaints 2015 2016: 12 complaints 2016 2017: 4 complaints 2017
2013: 50 complaints 2013 2014: 30 complaints 2014 30 2015: 15 complaints 2015 2016: 12 complaints 2016 2017: 4 complaints 2017

2014: 30 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
201350
201430
201515
201612
20174

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

53% · 16 reports
FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Ford C-MAX Energi. The contact stated that the vehicle was plugged in and recharging in the garage. Two hours later, an extensive fire erupted from the charge cord. The fire department was able to extinguish the flames.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-08-10

I now find that the charger for the car battery was recalled about 6 weeks ago and there is no replacement available as yet.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-01

After rain, the sensor warning on my car went off almost continuously. There were no warning signs on the dashboard, and I ran a vehicle diagnostic test that claimed everything to be fine.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-10-01

Also filed under Structure

Power train

13% · 4 reports

Structure

13% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing body and door.

Fuel/propulsion system

10% · 3 reports

Steering

7% · 2 reports

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2016-01-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 2016-10-29 Door Latch Failure
  2. I
    2019-12-19Recall queryClosed 2022-02-07 Door Latch Failures
  3. I
    2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds

Buy-smart checklist

2014 Ford C-MAX Energi — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 16 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 4 reports on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2014 Ford C-MAX Energi reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Ford C-MAX Energi?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 53% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Ford C-MAX Energi have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.