2014 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit
Only 10 complaints 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 10 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
3 of 10 total reports mention: steering.
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CONDITION STARTED AFTER TIRE ROTATION AND ALIGNMENT. WHILE IN MOTION AT 30 MPH OR HIGHER THE VEHICLE EXHIBITS UNCOMMANDED STEERING AND DELAYED RESPONSE TO COMMANDED STREERING INPUTS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20181119
AT 33,000 MILES, WHILE DRIVING (VEHICLE IN MOTION) AFTER FINISHING A TURN STEERING STAYS IN THE DIRECTION STEERED AND DOES NOT AUTOMATICALLY STRAIGHTEN OUT AND IS VERY DIFFICULT TO MANUALLY CORRECT THE DIRECTION OF THE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180920
2 of 10 total reports mention: service brakes.
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DURING ROUTINE INSPECTION THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT RUBBER BRAKE HOSE WAS FOUND TO HAVE A BUBBLE. THE BUBBLE IS AT THE BODY SIDE CONNECTION WHERE THE METAL IS CRIMPED TO THE RUBBER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20161012
PASSENGER SIDE FRONT BRAKE HOSE RUPTURE. VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN ON REGULAR POLICE PATROL. BRAKE PEDAL BECAME SPONGY AND BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20161011
1 of 10 total reports mentions: engine.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
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BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2014 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for steering issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2014 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit 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 Police Interceptor Utilit?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.