Owners have filed 236 complaints
about the 2014 Ford F-250 with NHTSA between 2014 and 2026.
The largest single group is the suspension.
Across this model's run it ranks 16 of 22 worst.
The letter says how bad. This says what kind — whether this year drew
an unusual number of complaints, unusually dangerous
ones, or failures that arrived unusually early.
The dashed ring is 50 — the national norm. Further out is worse.
Complaint volume — 48
Against the median year of the Ford F-250. 50 means typical for this
model; 100 means roughly double.
Severity — 13
2.5% of these complaints
involved a crash, fire, injury or death, against a national rate of
9.7%.
Early failure — 15
9% of failures with a mileage on record happened under
36,000 miles, against a national rate of
29%.
Odometer readings owners gave when they filed. About half of all
complaints include one.
1,000 – 9,999 miles
32.4%
10,000 – 24,999 miles
21.6%
25,000 – 49,999 miles
1713.6%
50,000 – 74,999 miles
3024.0%
75,000 – 99,999 miles
2520.0%
100,000 – 149,999 miles
4032.0%
150,000+ miles
86.4%
When owners complained
A spike years after the car went on sale usually means a part wearing
out on schedule across the whole fleet — the kind of pattern no single
owner can see from inside their own car.
Jul 2014peak 13Apr 2026
NHTSA investigations into the 2014 Ford F-250
An investigation is the step before a recall: the agency has seen enough
complaints to look into a pattern itself. An open one means it thinks
something may be wrong and nothing has been fixed yet.
RQ14005Opened 13 Jan 2015Closed 15 Mar 2016ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Vehicle Commanded Engine Shutdown
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this RQ to investigate allegations that the scope and remedy of safety recall 13V-535 were inadequate. Recall 13V-535 was limited to a relatively small population of Ambulance Package vehicles and ODI received complaints of pickup trucks and Fire Engine Prep Package vehicles being affected by the same defect. Ford manufactured approximately 555,985 subject vehicles between February 22, 2010 and January 30, 2015 that may be affected by defective EGT sensors and Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software calibration. The subject vehicles are equippe...
Recalls on the 2014 Ford F-250
A complaint is one owner's allegation. A recall is the point at which
the manufacturer or a regulator agreed the defect is real and dangerous
enough to fix for free — however old the car is.
Canada — Transport Canada
Canada runs its own recall programme, and its campaigns do not
always mirror the American ones.
Recall 20194205,327 units in Canada
Other
Issue: This recall is for aftermarket replacement rear window glass produced by Vitro Automotriz. Certain rear window glass may not have been properly tempered. If the window breaks, the glass may separate into large pieces instead of very small ones. Note: This is a voluntary recall that is not being conducted under the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Safety Risk: Glass that breaks in to large pieces could create a risk of injury. Corrective Actions: The company will notify consumers by mail and instruct them to inspect the designation code marked on the rear window glass. Products affected by this recall have the designation “DOT 287” along with the lettering “VMR” (Replacement Market) and a date code that is before July 2019. This information is printed on the bottom corner of the glass. Consumers should contact Vitro's customer service at 1-412-995-6457 or argbacklites@vitro.com to arrange for replacement of the glass.
Reports where the owner recorded a crash, a fire, an injury or a death.
at 195,000 milesFloresville, TXFire
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed hauling a trailer, the exhaust manifold dropped raw fuel into the exhaust and it caught fire. The contact was able to extinguish the fire. The exhaust filter over maximum limit message was displayed. There were no reported injuries, crash , police report or air bag deployment. The fire department was on the scene. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that cylinder one was down and the engine and transmission needed to be replaced. The mechanic informed the contact that the EPF may be damaged and not work. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, who referred to the NHTSA hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 195,000.
NHTSA complaint #11622771 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 195,000 milesFloresville, TXFire
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed hauling a trailer, the exhaust manifold dropped raw fuel into the exhaust and it caught fire. The contact was able to extinguish the fire. The exhaust filter over maximum limit message was displayed. There were no reported injuries, crash , police report or air bag deployment. The fire department was on the scene. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that cylinder one was down and the engine and transmission needed to be replaced. The mechanic informed the contact that the EPF may be damaged and not work. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, who referred to the NHTSA hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 195,000.
NHTSA complaint #11622771 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 195,000 milesFloresville, TXFire
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed hauling a trailer, the exhaust manifold dropped raw fuel into the exhaust and it caught fire. The contact was able to extinguish the fire. The exhaust filter over maximum limit message was displayed. There were no reported injuries, crash , police report or air bag deployment. The fire department was on the scene. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that cylinder one was down and the engine and transmission needed to be replaced. The mechanic informed the contact that the EPF may be damaged and not work. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, who referred to the NHTSA hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 195,000.
NHTSA complaint #11622771 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Nahunta, GACrash
STEERING
My truck was going into the “death wobble”. Every time I hit a bump in the road. This has caused an accident on the highway while towing a U-Haul trailer and near accidents on multiple occasions. I recently had it fixed at a dealership where I was told this is a very well known issue with Ford trucks. This is terrifying when it happens on the highway and will cause serious injury and death.
NHTSA complaint #11522588 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 140,000 milesSearcy, ARCrash
STEERING
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD F-250. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH AND AFTER DRIVING OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD THE FRONT END BEGAN TO SHAKE, VIBRATE AND WOBBLE CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE STEERING AND CRASH INTO A DITCH. DURING THE INCIDENT NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO CONTINUE DRIVING THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE HAD ALSO OCCURRED ON SEVERAL OTHER OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE LOCAL DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 140,000. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.
NHTSA complaint #11352786 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 140,000 milesSearcy, ARCrash
SUSPENSION
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD F-250. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH AND AFTER DRIVING OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD THE FRONT END BEGAN TO SHAKE, VIBRATE AND WOBBLE CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE STEERING AND CRASH INTO A DITCH. DURING THE INCIDENT NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO CONTINUE DRIVING THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE HAD ALSO OCCURRED ON SEVERAL OTHER OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE LOCAL DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 140,000. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.
NHTSA complaint #11352786 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
The most recent complaints
In the owners' own words, exactly as filed with NHTSA.
Beaumont, TX
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
My 6.7 CP4 pump failed and damaged the entire fueling system
NHTSA complaint #11730645 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 114,081 milesMonterey, CA
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle started to shake, and the steering wheel seized, with the DEF warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over, and the vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that there was coolant leaking from the EGR cooler, causing the EGR cooler to fail. The contact was informed that the EGR cooler needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was unsafe to drive due to the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 114,081.
NHTSA complaint #11726393 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 114,081 milesMonterey, CA
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:UREA INJECTION SYSTEM (DEF)
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle started to shake, and the steering wheel seized, with the DEF warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over, and the vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that there was coolant leaking from the EGR cooler, causing the EGR cooler to fail. The contact was informed that the EGR cooler needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was unsafe to drive due to the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 114,081.
NHTSA complaint #11726393 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 140,000 milesCypress, TX
BACK OVER PREVENTION
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-250. The contact stated that the rearview camera was intermittently inoperable or displayed an inverted image while reversing. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V270000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the model year was not included. The dealer and the manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
NHTSA complaint #11721001 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Zionsville, PA
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
FORD HAS A RECALL FOR 2015 AND UP 25S89 REAR-VIEW CAMERA INSPECTION, MY CAMERA HAS EXACT SAME ISSUE IN FACT THESE PARTS INVOLVED IN RECALL ARE THE SAME!!! HOW IS IT THAT FORD STARTS RECALL WITH 2015?? AND DOESNT GO BACK TO 2013??? MAKES NO SINCE WHATSOEVER!! I'VE WORKED FOR FORD FOR 35 YEARS AS A TECH AND IM A 26 YEAR SENIOR MASTER TECHNICIAN!!!! CAN'T EXPLAIN STUPID!!!
NHTSA complaint #11703723 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 116,668 milesChesapeake, VA
STEERING
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH and attempting to change lanes, the contact felt a small bump. Shortly afterwards, the vehicle started to wobble violently, almost causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle due to the increased steering effort. The contact was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway to inspect the vehicle, but found no cause for the issue. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 116,668.
NHTSA complaint #11695247 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 116,668 milesChesapeake, VA
SUSPENSION
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH and attempting to change lanes, the contact felt a small bump. Shortly afterwards, the vehicle started to wobble violently, almost causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle due to the increased steering effort. The contact was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway to inspect the vehicle, but found no cause for the issue. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 116,668.
NHTSA complaint #11695247 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 80,000 milesPrescott Valley, AZ
BACK OVER PREVENTION
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera displayed a mirrored image, compromising the back over prevention system. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V442000 (Back Over Prevention), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was opened, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 80,000.
NHTSA complaint #11686090 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Bettendorf, IA
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Rear view camera went blank and displayed "request service" also when it did work, display was blurred.
NHTSA complaint #11670351 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Conroe, TX
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Back up camera not working and showing a blank screen. Says to contact dealership.
NHTSA complaint #11660693 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Scottsdale, AZ
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
I kept smelling a burnt plastic smell. Eventually my driver side rear door did not lock. Upon inspection of the wiring the wire harness from the door to the truck showed the wires on the truck side had burned/melted the sheathing off the wires and leaving them exposed and touching.
NHTSA complaint #11660721 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Mccall Id., ID
TIRES
LT265/70R17, I received a recall notice from Amazon where I purchased a set of 4 tires. I only use these tires for winter driving and the notice states I should remove them immediately. They do not say for me to purchase new ones at the same time or if I will be reimbursed for any (all) cost. I still have around 70% of wear on them and am in the mid-winter season of McCall ID. I can't see any fault at this time and will keep trying to contact Prinx Chengshan Tire North America, INC. Notice: NHTSA CAMPAIGN # 24T014000.
NHTSA complaint #11642999 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Buckeye, AZ
SUSPENSION
2014 ford f250 super duty 6.7 diesel. Coming down mountain in Arizona (bumblebee pass) hit small bump. Truck began violently shaking in the “death wobble mode”. Later I was just driving on the freeway and hit a small bump at 70 mph (75 mph zone), again violent shaking that did not stop until I was driving 50 mph. Since I’m leaving on cross country trip soon, I opted to take vehicle to mechanic. It is there now. This is because there is no recall on 2014 ford for this issue and I don’t have weeks available to fight with ford. have learned today that this is very common across the county and has been reported to ford motor company but the company is denying their liability to fix this very dangerous issue! My vehicle symptoms are exactly what there have been numerous complaints about. I will be sending the bill to ford.
NHTSA complaint #11640903 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Odessa, TX
STEERING
vehicle shakes uncontrollable on the front passenger side when driving over 50 mph. took to the repair shop and was diagnosed with the death wobble. told it's unsafe to drive until repaired and repair will be over 1,600.00
NHTSA complaint #11631860 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Odessa, TX
SUSPENSION
vehicle shakes uncontrollable on the front passenger side when driving over 50 mph. took to the repair shop and was diagnosed with the death wobble. told it's unsafe to drive until repaired and repair will be over 1,600.00
NHTSA complaint #11631860 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Naples, FL
STEERING
Vehicle wobbles violently on highway when it hits a bump. Had several near collisions. There were no warnings, happened suddenly.
NHTSA complaint #11628686 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Naples, FL
SUSPENSION
Vehicle wobbles violently on highway when it hits a bump. Had several near collisions. There were no warnings, happened suddenly.
NHTSA complaint #11628686 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Molino, FL
STEERING
On November 26, 2024 we experienced our third incident of the death wobble. During this third incident it threw the truck into oncoming traffic. After the second incident of the death wobble, we had the steering stabilizer fixed that was November 11, 2022. There was also damage to one tire due to truck leaving road. There was no warning lights or anything else prior to the uncontrollable shaking.
NHTSA complaint #11628317 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 195,000 milesFloresville, TXFire
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed hauling a trailer, the exhaust manifold dropped raw fuel into the exhaust and it caught fire. The contact was able to extinguish the fire. The exhaust filter over maximum limit message was displayed. There were no reported injuries, crash , police report or air bag deployment. The fire department was on the scene. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that cylinder one was down and the engine and transmission needed to be replaced. The mechanic informed the contact that the EPF may be damaged and not work. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, who referred to the NHTSA hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 195,000.
NHTSA complaint #11622771 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 195,000 milesFloresville, TXFire
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed hauling a trailer, the exhaust manifold dropped raw fuel into the exhaust and it caught fire. The contact was able to extinguish the fire. The exhaust filter over maximum limit message was displayed. There were no reported injuries, crash , police report or air bag deployment. The fire department was on the scene. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that cylinder one was down and the engine and transmission needed to be replaced. The mechanic informed the contact that the EPF may be damaged and not work. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, who referred to the NHTSA hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 195,000.
NHTSA complaint #11622771 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 195,000 milesFloresville, TXFire
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed hauling a trailer, the exhaust manifold dropped raw fuel into the exhaust and it caught fire. The contact was able to extinguish the fire. The exhaust filter over maximum limit message was displayed. There were no reported injuries, crash , police report or air bag deployment. The fire department was on the scene. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that cylinder one was down and the engine and transmission needed to be replaced. The mechanic informed the contact that the EPF may be damaged and not work. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, who referred to the NHTSA hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 195,000.
NHTSA complaint #11622771 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Alabaster, AL
WHEELS
Death wobble at speeds greater than 46 mph. I have to come to a complete stop to make it stop. I almost got rear ended by a semi before I could get off the interstate on the shoulder. My vehicle is a 2014 but I have experienced this several times since I bought it new. Took it to my local ford dealer to see if they can do anything to fix it. It’s really dangerous when it happens on a busy interstate. The front end sounds like it’s coming apart and steering is impossible when it happens.
NHTSA complaint #11617586 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Alabaster, AL
STEERING
Death wobble at speeds greater than 46 mph. I have to come to a complete stop to make it stop. I almost got rear ended by a semi before I could get off the interstate on the shoulder. My vehicle is a 2014 but I have experienced this several times since I bought it new. Took it to my local ford dealer to see if they can do anything to fix it. It’s really dangerous when it happens on a busy interstate. The front end sounds like it’s coming apart and steering is impossible when it happens.
NHTSA complaint #11617586 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Alabaster, AL
SUSPENSION
Death wobble at speeds greater than 46 mph. I have to come to a complete stop to make it stop. I almost got rear ended by a semi before I could get off the interstate on the shoulder. My vehicle is a 2014 but I have experienced this several times since I bought it new. Took it to my local ford dealer to see if they can do anything to fix it. It’s really dangerous when it happens on a busy interstate. The front end sounds like it’s coming apart and steering is impossible when it happens.
NHTSA complaint #11617586 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Dallas, GA
STEERING
I have had this truck for 7 years and bought it with 35k. It now has 150k.This week ([XXX])I finally experienced the notorious “Death Wobble” at 60 mph in Atlanta, GA with my wife & daughter in the truck. This is a very scary situation when you’re going down the road with traffic behind you at 70 plus mph and the steering wheel starts shaking violently after going over a bump on the highway. I feared that we were going to be in an accident at that time. I was defenseless at that moment and in the middle lane of a major highway. I don’t understand how long this has to continue until a recall is considered or FORD is held liable for a problem they have been aware of going back as far as the 2011 model year. I would love for you to see the dash cam footage I have , so you could see what my family and I experienced. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
NHTSA complaint #11617023 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.