Is the 2014 Ford F-450 SD 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 F-450 SD?

The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2014 Ford F-450 SD have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

2014 Ford F-450 SD

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2014 Ford F-450 SD
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:46:55.479Z

Only 1 complaint on file — too few 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.

Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 1
Recalls: 4
Investigations: 1
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2014: 1 complaint

View as data table

Year	Complaints
1991	6
1992	3
1993	5
1994	3
1995	2
1996	2
1997	4
1998	1
1999	66
2000	43
2001	23
2002	14
2003	16
2004	33
2005	40
2006	35
2007	16
2008	68
2009	3
2010	3
2011	6
2012	3
2013	2
2014	1
2015	1
2016	1
2017	1
2018	0
2019	3
2020	0
2021	18
2022	24
2023	5
2024	9
2025	2
2026	3

Known problem areas

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Fuel/propulsion system

1 of 1 total report mentions: fuel/propulsion system.

Show complaint excerpts

The high pressure fuel pump failed. Ford claimed that this was from contaminated fuel. Ford has two fuel filters and a water separator.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-05-31

Also filed under Engine

Engine

1 of 1 total report mentions: engine.

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2014-07-28Equipment14V328000 Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc.

Remedy: Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. will notify owners, and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2014. Owners may contact Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc.

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2014-11-12Equipment14V327000 Stahl is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Ford F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty vehicles modified by Stahl and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies.

Remedy: Stahl will notify owners, and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. Owners may contact Stahl customer service at 1-800-277-8245, or Muncie at 1-800-367-7867.

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2015-01-13Recall queryClosed 2016-03-15 Vehicle Commanded Engine Shutdown
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2015-02-02Suspension15V024000 Life Line Emergency Vehicles (Life Line) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Life Line-modified Ford F-Series emergency vehicles that are equipped with Liquid Spring-brand aftermarket suspension kits.

Remedy: The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall began on February 2, 2015. Owners may contact Life Line customer service at 1-563-578-3317.

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2015-04-22Power train15V175000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks manufactured February 22, 2010, to January 30, 2015, and equipped with ambulance or fire engine preparation packages.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S09.

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Buy-smart checklist

2014 Ford F-450 SD — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Fuel/propulsion system: 1 report on file for this year.
Engine: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 14V328000 · Equipment
Recall 14V327000 · Equipment
Recall 15V024000 · Suspension
Recall 15V175000 · Power train

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FAQ

Is the 2014 Ford F-450 SD 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 F-450 SD?: The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Ford F-450 SD have?: 4 recalls on file for this model year.

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