72 of the
1,932 complaints about the 2014 Ford F-150 are about the
fuel system — 4% of everything
reported for this model year.
Half of the failures with a mileage on record happened before
62,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated that on several occasions, while refueling the vehicle, the fuel gauge fluctuated quickly. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle needed to be refueled frequently because the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the contact was informed that fuel was leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was diagnosed with fuel tank failure. The contact was informed that the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. While the vehicle was parked and turned off, fuel was leaking from the vehicle. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
NHTSA complaint #11723887 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Downers Grove, IL
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Crank but no start. Found fuse 27 melted. This fuse supplies power to the fuel pump relay which gives the fuel pump power to run. The melted fuse had lost its connectivity. The fuse is a 20 amp. The fuse was not blown. Unable to determine the cause of the heat to melt the fuse. I searched YouTube and found that this is a common problem with the f150 with the range of 2010 to 2014. Also found that several parts dealers offer a F27 fuse relocation kit as a work around for the problem. The incident happened at home where I was able to research the problem. What if I got stranded in the middle of nowhere, no cell service, and 25 below zero? Worse yet, could this hot spot start a fire under the hood? Why there has not been a recall on this fuse is beyond reasoning tthat the repair is more costly than a life!
NHTSA complaint #11707954 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Winchester, TN
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
WHILE TRAVELING ON I 75 TO FLORIDA ENGINE CK LIGHT ACTIVATED. WAS A CAUTIONARY LIGHT. UPON GETTING TO FL TOOK MY TRUCK TO A FORD DEALER WHO FOUND THAT BOTH FUEL PUMPS HAD FAILED. I NOW SEE FORD IS RECALLING F-150 TRUCKS DUE TO FAULTY FUEL PUMPS. I BELIEVE ALL F-150 TRUCKS SHOULD BE UNDER THE RECALL. DRIVING AT 70 MPH AND HAVING THE ENGINE UNABLE TO MAINTAIN HIGHWAY SPEED IS DANGEROUS AND VERY NERVE WRACKING.
NHTSA complaint #11676151 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 220,000 milesPearland, TX
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated while operating the vehicle with the fuel tank half full, the vehicle stalled while idling. Additionally, the vehicle failed to restart with only a quarter tank of fuel in the fuel tank. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who replaced the fuel pump, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The contact was informed that the VIN was not covered under the Manufacturer’s extended coverage regarding the failure. The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 220,000.
NHTSA complaint #11673342 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Provo, UT
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
First occurrence with my F-150 STX driving home from work. Started my truck and got a block and a half away and the truck stopped accelerating and completely shut off. All the lights and engine was off. I drifted to the side of the road to avoid traffic causing a traffic pile up and confusion. Being overwhelmed I waited for about 20 minutes then started it and drove home. No lights or check engine lamps on. Having a couple days of normal driving and normal function. I drove again but this time I was going into the freeway halfway up the onramp the truck dies again! This time making it completely unsafe and potentially fatal. I drifted as far as I could to the side as I was going up hill onto the freeway. More cars and extremely different speeds made this moment very concerning . Upon delivery to the dealership and having them offer expensive fuel pump replacements and flushes. I could only afford the $600 fuel pump wake up and having no information about any defects or recalls. I feel like a guinea pig to ideas of half ass fixes.
NHTSA complaint #11672640 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Indianapolis, IN
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Fuse 27, a known problem with the 12th generation F150, manufactured from 2009-2014, burned through in my truck melting the fuse block in the process. The fuse block in question is the main fuse block located toward the front of the engine bay near the radiator. This resulted in a no start condition while parked in a parking lot. I was required to purchase Ford’s repair kit for their engineering problem and relocate the fuse to a new spot in the fuse block. If this had happened while driving, I fear my truck could have resulted in an electrical fire with my family inside. Please consider requiring Ford to issue a safety recall for this incredibly dangerous situation.
NHTSA complaint #11650479 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Euless, TX
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
It shifts weird but it’s still unsafe
NHTSA complaint #11628346 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Holmen, WI
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Reference Tracking # 11622306. I purchased my used F150 with 52,956 miles on 1/3/2020. Shortly after, I would occasionally notice an unusual gear downshift. Upon receiving Ford Recall 24S37 (NHTSA 24V444000) update for the powertrain control module, the check engine lite (CEL) came on. I called the Ford Recall ph#, and they told me to continue to work with the dealership that performed the update. Several times I returned to the dealership, they would reset it with diagnostics, yet repeatedly the P0299 code would return each time. Prior to the CEL coming on, the CEL was preceded by a stall on acceleration on small hill inclines, and worsened fuel mileage, and typically after towing my trailer. These things didn't occur before the update was installed. (Attachments)
NHTSA complaint #11626996 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle suddenly entered LIMP Mode and began to decelerate, lost motive power, and stalled. The vehicle was later towed to the local dealer who eventually replaced the throttle body, and the vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that recently the failure had reoccurred, the throttle body was replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted regarding the failure. The failure mileage was 90,000.
NHTSA complaint #11605702 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Buckeye, AZ
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Throttle Body has failed 3 times. I am on my 4th one. 1st at 28k, 2nd 59k, 3rd 100k. Engine completely shuts down at high speed. Extremely dangerous, especially when towing. No warning given. Just stops running . Wrench icon appears on dash. Then engine shuts down immediately.
NHTSA complaint #11600643 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 51,000 milesBaltimore, MD
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to veer to the shoulder. Following the failure, the Low Oil Pressure, check engine warning, and maintenance required warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the fuse box needed to be relocated due to overheating and causing a short in the fuel pump injector. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to reach out to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 51,000.
NHTSA complaint #11592434 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Milton, VT
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
OK, the first problem would be that there was a fuse, apparently, that was engineered too small and eventually would burn up, making a bad connection, which would. all of a sudden shut your engine off. Mel, I was at highway speed, doing 6570 miles an hour, and all of a sudden my engine just cut right out. no power steering, no nothing. just shut right off wouldn't exactly call that a safe situation. Poor engineering second issue would be the fact that you have obvious engineering problems with the fact that they're putting carbon based steel parts or studs in the exhaust manifold that are obviously just going to rot away and it costs thousands to have that problem taken care of. Obviously you don't put that type of steel in an aluminum product because it's not going to last. It's everyone. Everyone knows this. So that's about about it. It's enough to **** **** the Pope. And I think you would have to say that it's a pretty it's a pretty important safety issue. It doesn't matter to me whether or not you know, it was within a warranty. or not. It's an obvious engineering issue or they're just they just don't care. It's the cheapest way to go so they don't give a **** They know it won't happen under warranty. So why worry about it? And that's about it, man. Don't count on me. Everybody in afford again.
NHTSA complaint #11577405 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Shelbyville, TN
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Two issues. The first issue arose due to a leak in the "y" pipe under the air box. Upon replacing that connector, the throttle body had to be removed to get room to reinstall. Upon reinstallation of the throttle body, the truck falls into limp mode unexpectedly during normal driving, in traffic. Installed ned throttle body from parts store and still throws the p2112 code.
NHTSA complaint #11563669 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 157,350 milesNaperville, IL
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in a parking lot, the engine cranked; however, the vehicle failed to start. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the failure was due to the fuel pump relay. The vehicle had been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and determined that the VIN was not under recall. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 157,350
NHTSA complaint #11545860 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Clovis, CA
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
My truck stalled and died while entering an intersection. I was nearly broadsided by another vehicle. We both could have been KILLED. This is completely UNACCEPTABLE. Ford is well aware issue and has issued a TSB about it to their dealers. It is called a FUSE 27 in the Ford f150’s and it causes IMMEDIATE LOSS of power and potentially control. The power steering and brakes are effected. Someone is or more likely has been killed because of this. Please do your job. Events like this that are KNOWN by the manufacture should be IMMEDIATELY addressed.
NHTSA complaint #11544832 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
West Kingston, RI
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Critical failure of the 6R80 transmission oil cooler lines causing rapid loss of control of speed and drivability.
NHTSA complaint #11539477 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Old River-Winfree, TX
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Vehicle will go into limp mode as if the throttle body is not working properly. I have to coast to the side of the road ,turn off engine and let it sit for 10 to 20 minutes before restarting.
NHTSA complaint #11528868 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Papillion, NE
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
This has happened twice now. Driving to work accelerating after a red light and the truck losses all power, but stays running. To get it to operate normal you have to pull over shift into park, turn the truck off and wait a couple of moments. The truck will retire and drive like nothing happened. Trick has 78k miles and always maintained at local ford dealer
NHTSA complaint #11520284 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Wellington, UTFire
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Vehicle got stuck in the snow. Tried getting vehicle out and almost had it free when I noticed the temperature gauge rising. I then shut the vehicle down and was calling for help for 10 minutes then noticed a flame come out of the engine bay. Yelled for my family to get out. Me and my wife rushed to get our kids out of the vehicle and down the road. The cab and engine bay are gone. I don’t know what caused the fire but it needs to be figured out my family was endangered.
NHTSA complaint #11503078 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Leavenworth, KS
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
https://thedriveradviser.com/ford-f150-fuel-pump-problems-you-should-know/ https://www.carproblemzoo.com/ford/f-150/2014/other-fuel-system-problems.php Was traveling in passing lane, engine quits. Coasted to off ramp parked on shoulder under bridge. Need a tow to Ford Dealership 30 min away. AAA, did not get a tow, a nice Samaritan called the police to which we had to pay out of pocket for a tow which showed up in 10 minutes. (sent receipt for tow to AAA reimbursement 30 - 60 days). Dealership indicated this was in the mechanic notes, known problem for this FORD 150 ENGINE. Found in above url's Describing everything to a t of what the mechanics did to fix it. Would like to be reimbursed for a known issue of F150 Fuel Pump fix.
NHTSA complaint #11491676 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and shifted into Limp Mode. The contact pulled off the highway safely and turned the vehicle off. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that she was able to turn the vehicle back on and the warning lights were no longer illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had become a recurring issue at various speeds. The contact drove the vehicle to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the throttle body needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 78,000.
NHTSA complaint #11483101 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Havre, MT
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
2014 F-150 engine shuts off, abruptly while driving. Burned F27 fuel pump fuse in fuse box. Ford states VIN [XXX] is not covered by TSB 15-0137. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
NHTSA complaint #11447587 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Orange Park, FL
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Truck turn over no start. Ford forum fuse 27 issue. My fuse 27 melted, replaced and truck started. Tsb 15-137. Fuse 27 relocation kit. Forum stated dealer install is $400. THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL.
NHTSA complaint #11446807 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Siloam Springs, AR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
On 12-26-21 tried to start truck, It cranked but did not start. called for a tow to the dealer. while waiting on tow I looked up fuse information to the fuel pump. after locating fuse that controls power to fuel pump relay I pulled fuse and it was burnt on one side of the prong. I called off tow and got home and did some research for this problem seems 09 thru 14 this particular 20amp fuse is being over heated. I also found a service bulletin 15-0137 on a ford site, and its stating that a ( Fuel Pump Fuse Relocation Kit ) in which I have to pay $270 for. I believe this is fire hazard and a safety because if this fuse is blown while driving it will shut down the vehicle. I have watched several video's on this issue and believe it should be recalled do to the nature of the problem. There was also no warning nor any warning lamp on the dash to show an issue. made an apointment to the ford dealer for 12-27-2021 to have this relocation kit put on before there is a fire from this overheating of this fuse in the fuse compartment.
NHTSA complaint #11445175 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Phoenix, AZ
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
When driving, twice power has cut out with the vehicle without warning. I was also unable to start the vehicle on one occasion - it cranked but did not fire. Traced the problem to a melted #27 fuse in the engine bay, which is a known issue with these vehicles apparently.
NHTSA complaint #11443807 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the powertrain malfunction warning light was illuminated, then the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and diagnosed with throttle body failure. The dealer replaced the throttle body. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that the VIN was not included in any recalls and referred the contact to file a complaint with NHTSA. The failure mileage was 62,790.
NHTSA complaint #11442172 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Driving at a 25 mph got an engine warning light and engine shut down - extremely dangerous condition - error message on dash showed wrenches - error message when further investigated showed P2112 AND P2112PE. Engine shut down again - after restarting and driving for approximately 15 minutes at 50 miles per hour. Pulled to side of road restarted NO ERROR codes this time! YIKES. This relates to the Throttle Body. Looked online and found this happens A LOT to FORD trucks, and somehow my F150 2014 is not in the recall. I purchased part from dealer and FORD said they would not refund any money as this VIN number does not have any recalls. Can you explain why this defective Throttle Body in my vehicle has not been recalled? P.S. I have attached a picture of oil that has leaked into the defective Throttle Body causing malfunction.
NHTSA complaint #11426882 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Lemont, IL
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Truck looses power and throttle response when accelerating into traffic or driving on the highway. My vehicle was nearly hit from behind when faster moving vehicles came upon it. And almost caused a head on collision do to vehicles driving around me. This has happened several times. Vehicle has a pending code p2112 but if ignition is turned off code does not store in vehicle computer. Took vehicle to Ford dealership but was told nothing could be done to repair the vehicle since the code wasn’t stored in the computer
NHTSA complaint #11417432 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 153,900 milesContton Wood Shores, TX
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
I WAS PULLING A EMPTY TRAILER AND IT STARTED DOWN SHIFTING AT 35-45 MPH I HAD TO PUT IT IN NEUTRAL WHILE DRIVING THEN BACK TO DRIVE TO GEAR UP IT DID IT AROUND 75 MPH THE FIRST TIME AND WI5H A TRAILER HAD TO COME TO A HAUNTING STOP ON A HIGHWAY IT'S IN THE PAST HOUR DONE IT 5 TIMES .... THIS IS NOT SAFE!
NHTSA complaint #11403031 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 156,000 milesHibbing, MN
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
THERE'S A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH FUSE #27 OVERHEATING AND CAUSING THE FUEL PUMP TO STOP WORKING. DO A GOOGLE SEARCH. IT AFFECTS MANY YEARS PRIOR TO 2014. THIS IS SERIOUS AS IT CAN LEAVE PEOPLE STRANDED. IT HAS NOT THROWN A COMPUTER CODE FROM 2014 F15. SIMPLY REPLACING THE FUSE DID ALLOW STARTING BUT IT WILL HAPPEN AGAIN. THERE'S A FUSE RELOCATION KIT (EL3Z-14293A) AVAILABLE BUT FORD SHOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR PERFORMING THIS REPAIR. THE FUSE DOES'NT BLOW OUT BUT THE FUSE SOCKET OVERHEATS FOR SOME REASON.
NHTSA complaint #11394968 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.