2014 Ford F-350 problems
The 2014 Ford F-350 has 98 NHTSA owner complaints and no active recalls. Here's where owners say it breaks.
The 2014 Ford F-350 has 98 NHTSA owner complaints on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). The most-reported system is steering at 48 complaints, typically surfacing around 92,756 miles (~$700 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
| Model year | Owner complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 F-350 | 50 | 4 |
| 2012 F-350 | 183 | 4 |
| 2013 F-350 | 85 | 1 |
| 2014 F-350 (this page) | 98 | 0 |
| 2015 F-350 | 207 | 1 |
| 2016 F-350 | 208 | 0 |
| 2017 F-350 | 560 | 2 |
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.
- Steering: 48 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 50,000–140,000 mi
- Reliability score 7.8/10 — above the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2014 Ford F-350? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
- steering — 48 owner reports · tends to show around 92,756 mi · ~$700 to fix
- suspension — 11 owner reports · tends to show around 102,136 mi · ~$900 to fix
- engine — 7 owner reports · tends to show around 97,744 mi · ~$3,100 to fix
- powertrain — 6 owner reports · tends to show around 78,000 mi · ~$2,500 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: steering is flagged severe on this model , showing up around 92,756 mi. Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — no active recalls on this model right now, but confirm none were opened after this car was built.
Verdict for buyers: 7.8/10 model. The priciest documented failure is engine (~$3,100) — get the seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
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Answers use this vehicle's NHTSA complaint & recall record — owner-reported and unverified, not a diagnosis. Verify anything safety-critical with a mechanic.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
Driving at highway speed, 65 MPH, on straight, dry road. Hit a medium sized bump and the driver side front wheel began to shake violently. Immediately slowed down to about 40 MPH at which point the shaking stopped. A few miles down the road hit another medium sized bump and…
Front suspension / even after a total rebuild of all front suspension we can not get rid of what we call a death wobble. The steering wheel and front end shake vigorously until we reduce our speed to under 35 miles an hour. This occurs when driving on the highway and you hit a…
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced a death wobble. The contact related the failure to the steering; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The…
The truck goes into and uncontrol able wobble when you hit a bump or bumps in the road, under braking conditions, and also just driving down the road at speeds between 55 and 75 miles an hour. This wobble has occurred on the highway in dry and wet conditions. Two different…
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Common questions
Is the 2014 Ford F-350 reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 98 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 Ford F-350 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2014 Ford F-350?
The 2014 Ford F-350 is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Steering: 48 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 50,000–140,000 mi; Reliability score 7.8/10 — above the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2014 Ford F-350?
Inspect the steering first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 48 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 92,756 miles. Average repair cost runs about $700 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2014 Ford F-350 a good used car to buy?
It scores 7.8 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 98 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is steering. Typical failure occurs around 92,756 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2014 Ford F-350?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is steering, with 48 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 92,756 miles. Average repair cost runs about $700 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The steering is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $700 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 92,756 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Ford F-350 has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2014 Ford F-350?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 98 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $700, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.