2014 Ford F-350 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2014 Ford F-350.

20132015
Complaints
162
Crashes
8
Fires
1
Injuries
4
Fatalities
Recalls
5

Worst 2014 Ford F-350 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#148 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:88,723 mi
Crash-related:2
#241 complaints

Suspension Failures

Avg mileage:98,532 mi
Crash-related:1
#315 complaints

Wheel Issues

Avg mileage:85,001 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 Ford F-350.

Steering Defects
48
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
88,723
Suspension Failures
41
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
98,532
Wheel Issues
15
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
85,001
Transmission / Drivetrain
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
52,003
Engine Problems
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
76,437
Electrical Faults
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
16,500
Fuel System
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
58,758
Brakes
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
11,787
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Horn
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Turbo/Supercharger
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Frame And Members:Underbody Shields
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2014 Ford F-350

5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~6,448 vehicles.

15V175000Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
~6,322 affected

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. The affected vehicles may detect an incorrect Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor (EGT) fault indicating that the vehicle is too hot, causing the engine management system to shut down the engine and prevent its immediate restart.

14V507000Other Equipment
~76 affected

Jerr-Dan Corporation (Jerr-Dan) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Ford F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Superduty chassis modified by Jerr-Dan and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.

14V328000Other Equipment
~21 affected

Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. will notify owners and dealers to inspect the Muncie PTO pressure switch to determine if it is from the range of defective switches and if required, remove the pressure switch assembly and put a plug in the port where the PTO switch had been installed. This switch was never being utilized. This will be done free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in mid-July 2014. Owners may contact Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. at 1-800-247-5958.

14V327000Other Equipment
~10 affected

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. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.

14V307000Other Equipment
~19 affected

Tactical Vehicle Outfitters (Tactical) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Ford F-350 and F-550 vehicles modified by Tactical and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.

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2014 Ford F-350 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2014 Ford F-350 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2014 Ford F-350 has 162 NHTSA complaints, 8 crash-related, and 5 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Steering Defects with 48 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2014 Ford F-350?
Top reported problems: Steering Defects (48 complaints, avg 88,723 mi); Suspension Failures (41 complaints, avg 98,532 mi); Wheel Issues (15 complaints, avg 85,001 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2014 Ford F-350?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 81,790 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2014 Ford F-350?
NHTSA complaints for the 2014 Ford F-350 include 8 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 4 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2014 Ford F-350 have any recalls?
Yes — 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 6,448 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2014 Ford F-350?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Ford F-350 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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