2014 Ford F-150
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 2 |
| 1987 | 2 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 21 |
| 1991 | 306 |
| 1992 | 479 |
| 1993 | 588 |
| 1994 | 700 |
| 1995 | 626 |
| 1996 | 324 |
| 1997 | 2758 |
| 1998 | 1381 |
| 1999 | 1044 |
| 2000 | 1075 |
| 2001 | 1236 |
| 2002 | 821 |
| 2003 | 423 |
| 2004 | 2028 |
| 2005 | 1112 |
| 2006 | 585 |
| 2007 | 488 |
| 2008 | 368 |
| 2009 | 324 |
| 2010 | 842 |
| 2011 | 2185 |
| 2012 | 1776 |
| 2013 | 2978 |
| 2014 | 1520 |
| 2015 | 1685 |
| 2016 | 2026 |
| 2017 | 1416 |
| 2018 | 2276 |
| 2019 | 1312 |
| 2020 | 717 |
| 2021 | 991 |
| 2022 | 581 |
| 2023 | 400 |
| 2024 | 185 |
| 2025 | 102 |
| 2026 | 7 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
28% of complaints: power train — 421 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and driveshaft.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Downshift CRASH of truck, oss failure, i have video, built 11/13, 2014 ford raptor with 6r80 transmission. Ford refuses to pay for lead frame replacement. Injuries and truck has over 10k in damage, another car was totalled and man injured.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231105
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT PARKED THE VEHICLE IN THE DRIVEWAY (ON AN INCLINE), SHIFTED THE GEAR TO PARK, AND REMOVED THE KEYS FROM THE IGNITION.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180410
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD F-150. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS HITCHING A TRAILER TO THE VEHICLE, THE VEHICLE ROLLED IN REVERSE WHILE PARKED. THE VEHICLE ROLLED OVER THE CONTACT'S LEFT FOOT AND THE TRAILER CRASHED INTO A FENCE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140926
23% of complaints: service brakes — 344 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
CRASH INJURY DEATH12% of complaints: engine — 177 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURY11% of complaints: electrical system — 161 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing speedometer/odometer and instrument cluster/panel.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Battery alarm came on twice while running errands less than a mile from home. Parked vehicle in driveway and checked battery connections - everything perfectly tight. 3 hours later had to extinguish flames at front base of engine.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260725
10% of complaints: steering — 158 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing rack and pinion.
CRASH INJURY DEATHShow complaint excerpts
WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON DASH ABOUT STABILITY OR TRACTION CONTROL, NO 4X4 LIGHTS WERE SHOWING EVEN THOUGH I HAD IT IN FOUR WHEEL DRIVE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20141107
Also filed under ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
SAFETY TIMELINE
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).
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 14V316000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 14V709000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ford F-150 and Flex vehicles manufactured March 1, 2014, to May 31, 2014.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 14V710000 — check if this car was fixed
Master Cylinder External Leak
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 16V345000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Ford F-150 and E-350, 2014-2015 Ford Escape, and 2015 Lincoln MKC vehicles.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 17V472000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 20V332000 — check if this car was fixed
Unintended Transmission Downshift
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 24V444000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V444.
Remedy: Dealers will update the PCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 6. 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S45.
Campaign 26V378000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2014 Ford F-150 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (421 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (344 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (177 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 26V378000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V316000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V709000 (exterior lighting, service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V710000 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V345000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V472000 (seat belts, seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V332000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V444000 (power train) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2014 Ford F-150 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Ford F-150 is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Ford F-150?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Ford F-150 have?
8 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.