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2014 Ford F-150: Problems, Recalls and MPG

What this means

NHTSA lists eight recall campaigns for the 2014 Ford F-150: three for brakes (filed 2014–2020), two for the powertrain (filed 2024 and 2026), one for seat belts (filed 2017) and two more for other parts. Owners have filed 1,534 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the power train and the service brakes. For comparison, owners filed 2,983 for the 2013 and 1,722 for the 2015 F-150. In NHTSA crash tests it earned 4 stars overall, with a 19.8% rollover risk.

Summary reviewed by Recalls & Safety Desk · Oct 6, 2026 How we write summaries Data: NHTSA, DOT, EPA · Refreshed Oct 6, 2026
Recalls 8campaigns 3 brake · 2 power train · 1 seat belt Source: NHTSA Complaints 1,534filed Owner reports, 2010–2019 shown Source: NHTSA ODI Crash tests 4★overall ★★★★☆ Frontal 4★ · Side 5★ · Rollover 4★ Source: NHTSA NCAP Fuel economy 19mpg combined $3,437/yr at this week's prices Source: EPA · EIA Specs 3.7 L 6-cyl· 6-speed automatic 15 engine and transmission configurations Source: NHTSA vPIC
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Recalls (8)

NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for the 2014 Ford F-150. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗

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Listed for 2014 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 26V378000 Filed Jun 9, 2026

Unexpected Downshift Can Cause Loss of Control

Power train · automatic transmission · control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Official NHTSA text
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.
Consequence
Unexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the PCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S45. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6, 2026.
Repair progress not yet reported44,963 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Listed for 2014 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 24V444000 Filed Jun 17, 2024

Unexpected Downshift Can Cause Loss of Control

Power train · automatic transmission · control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Official NHTSA text
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.
Consequence
Unexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
53.2% repairedof 552,188 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Listed for 2014 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 20V332000 Filed Jun 8, 2020

Brake Master Cylinder May Leak into Booster

Service brakes, hydraulic · foundation components · master cylinder
Official NHTSA text
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.
Consequence
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. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
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. The recall began on October 28, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S31.
80.5% repairedof 292,311 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Listed for 2014 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 17V472000 Filed Jul 25, 2017

Seat and Seat Belt Mounting Bolts may Fracture

Seat belts
Official NHTSA text
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.
Consequence
The improperly manufactured bolts may fracture. If a seat, seatback, or seatbelt anchor attaching bolt fractures, the affected component may not be properly secured, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
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. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available in the fourth quarter of 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S17.
58.2% repairedof 94,605 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Listed for 2014 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 16V345000 Filed May 24, 2016

Master Cylinder Rear Cup Seal Leak

Service brakes, hydraulic · fluid
Official NHTSA text
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.
Consequence
Loss of brake fluid from the primary reservoir results in a complete loss of front brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Ford's number for this recall is 16S24.
78.2% repairedof 225,012 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Listed for 2014 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 14V710000 Filed Nov 7, 2014

Improper Airbag Suppression/FMVSS 208

Seats
Official NHTSA text
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."
Consequence
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.
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. Ford's number for this recall is 14C10.
71.6% repairedof 113,418 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Listed for 2014 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 14V709000 Filed Nov 5, 2014

Brake Lights may Fail, or be Slow, to Illuminate

Exterior lighting · brake lights · switch
Official NHTSA text
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."
Consequence
If the brake lights fail to illuminate, or illuminate after a delay, there is an increased risk of a crash.
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. Note: Until the vehicle has been remedied, owners are advised not to use their cruise control system.
75.1% repairedof 618 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Listed for 2014 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
NHTSA: Do not drive. NHTSA says owners should not drive these vehicles until the recall repair is done. What a Do Not Drive recall means
Recall 14V316000 Filed Jun 12, 2014

Loss of Steering Control

Steering · electric power assist system
Official NHTSA text
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.
Consequence
A loss of steering control while driving increases the risk of a vehicle crash.
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. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S09.
91.7% repairedof 4,647 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Owner complaints (1,534)

1,534 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The power train is mentioned most often.

38involved a crash
16involved a fire
37injuries reported
1deaths reported

As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.

Most-reported components

Complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2014 Ford F-150, by component (top 10). One complaint can list several components, so these add up to more than 1,534.Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints · Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 · Report a data error

How 2014 compares with other F-150 years

Best and worst F-150 years →
843 2,191 1,783 2,983 1,534 1,722 2,061 1,443 2,312 1,330
2010201120122013201420152016201720182019
This year (2014)Other yearsStill collecting reports

Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Crash tests: 4 stars overall

Overall★★★★☆
Frontal crashDriver 4★ · Passenger 3★★★★★☆
Side crashDriver 5★★★★★★
Side pole★★★★☆
RolloverRollover risk 19.8%★★★★☆
Front seat of a modern car with the seat belt buckled across the passenger seat
Compare fairly. Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Ratings apply to the tested configuration.

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2014 Ford F-150 pu/rc 4x2, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Fuel economy: up to 19 mpg combined

19
mpg combined
17
city
23
highway
EPA annual fuel cost
$3,550
CO₂ tailpipe
464 g/mi
EPA class
Standard Pickup Trucks

What it costs you to run

$3,437per year
$286per month
789gallons a year

Miles ÷ 19 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.

EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.

Specs by configuration

2014 Ford F-150 configurations with EPA data
Engine · transmissionDriveCity / Hwy / CombEPA $/yrCO₂ g/mi
3.7 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive17 / 23 / 19$3,550464
3.7 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive17 / 23 / 19$3,550464
3.5 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive16 / 22 / 18$3,700482
3.5 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive16 / 22 / 18$3,700483
3.7 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive16 / 21 / 18$3,700506
3.7 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive16 / 21 / 18$3,700506
5 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive15 / 21 / 17$3,950517
5 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive15 / 21 / 17$3,950517
3.5 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive15 / 21 / 17$3,950522
3.5 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive15 / 21 / 17$3,950511
5 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive14 / 19 / 16$4,200561
5 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive14 / 19 / 16$4,200556
6.2 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive13 / 18 / 15$4,450599
6.2 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive12 / 16 / 13$5,150659
6.2 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive12 / 16 / 13$5,150675

Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.

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Where to next

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2014 Ford F-150 FAQ

How many recalls does the 2014 Ford F-150 have?

NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns: 26V378000 (power train), 24V444000 (power train), 20V332000 (brake), 17V472000 (seat belt), 16V345000 (brake), 14V710000 (seat), 14V709000 (brake), 14V316000 (steering). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.

What are the most common 2014 Ford F-150 problems?

Owners filed 1,534 complaints with NHTSA. Power train (424), Service brakes (344), Engine (178) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.

What mpg does the 2014 Ford F-150 get?

EPA rates the 3.7 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 17 city, 23 highway and 19 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.

What safety rating did the 2014 Ford F-150 get?

NHTSA rated the 2014 Ford F-150 pu/rc 4x2 4 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (19.8% rollover risk).

How does the 2014 F-150 compare with other years?

Among the 2010–2019 Ford F-150 model years at least five years old, the 2010 drew the fewest complaints (843) and the 2013 the most (2,983). The 2014 drew 1,534. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.

How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes

Processing

  • Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
  • Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.

Limitations

  • Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
  • Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
  • Recent model years are still collecting reports.

Review

Summary reviewed on Oct 6, 2026.

Changelog

  • 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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