2014 Ford F-350 SD Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other F-350 SD years
- Not enough data 27th of 32 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Ford F-350 SD. That ranks 27th out of 32 F-350 SD model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (2 complaints, 29%), typically at around 48,250 miles. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 7owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2014 Ford F-350 SD problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 2 | 29% | 48,250 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 29% | 8,755 | — | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 29% | 8,755 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 14% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 14% | 132,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 14% | 9 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 14% | 4,949 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 14% | 9 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 14% | 71,200 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2014 Ford F-350 SD recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Problem: 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.
Risk: Engine shut down and a subsequent cool down period may delay medical treatment or assistance to those needing it, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S09.
Equipment
Problem: 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.
Risk: The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.
Fix: Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. will notify owners, and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2014. Owners may contact Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. at 1-800-247-5958.
Equipment
Problem: 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.
Risk: The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.
Fix: Stahl will notify owners, and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. Owners may contact Stahl customer service at 1-800-277-8245, or Muncie at 1-800-367-7867.
Equipment
Problem: 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.
Risk: The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.
Fix: Tactical will notify owners, and dealers will install a new PTO pressure switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2014. Owners may contact Tactical customer service at 1-405-603-6700.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Vehicle Commanded Engine Shutdown (RQ14005) — opened Jan 13, 2015, closed Mar 15, 2016, led to recall 15V175000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I own a 2014 f350 diesel truck, my buddy owns a 2015 f350 diesel truck, a month or so ago he was driving down the road and his truck stalled/shut down on him driving down the road causing his steering wheel to lock up, he was barley able to get it onto the shoulder and it left him stranded since…
Multiple times while driving on highway at 50 mph the vehicle starts shaking violently and only way to correct it is to jam on the brakes and get down to around 25mph and then re accelerate...an inate amount of ppl have this same problem i hope that ford will address.this issue with a recall before…
My newer p/u just outside of warranty is leaking from the radiator. Seems to be on ongoing issue with the 6.7 l engine. Ford will not stand behind their product and assist with the large cost of fixing. Ford dealership took a look at it and says it needs a new radiator. This should not be happening…
This vehicle is equipped with automatic headlights. Regardless of switch position, the instrument cluster lights stay off when the sensor detects any daylight at all. The design of the dash makes seeing the speedometer either extremely difficult or impossible, on overcast days and in low light…
The pickup truck was purchased brand new from the dealership, and it is inherent to what is known as the "death wobble." this mainly happens when the vehicle is on the highway generally while in the speed between 55 and 60 mph, during a course of slight turn either to the right or to the left when…
Other Ford F-350 SD years
← 2013 F-350 SD · 2015 F-350 SD →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 F-350 SD | 7 | 5 |
| 2025 F-350 SD | 14 | 6 |
| 2024 F-350 SD | 44 | 3 |
| 2023 F-350 SD | 41 | 15 |
| 2022 F-350 SD | 112 | 17 |
| 2021 F-350 SD | 98 | 14 |
| 2020 F-350 SD | 189 | 15 |
| 2019 F-350 SD | 467 | 11 |
| 2018 F-350 SD | 202 | 9 |
| 2017 F-350 SD | 573 | 13 |
| 2016 F-350 SD | 209 | 3 |
| 2015 F-350 SD | 208 | 3 |
| 2014 | 7 | 4 |
| 2013 F-350 SD | 9 | 9 |
| 2012 F-350 SD | 29 | 9 |
| 2011 F-350 SD | 43 | 7 |
| 2010 F-350 SD | 50 | 6 |
| 2009 F-350 SD | 19 | 4 |
| 2008 F-350 SD | 101 | 0 |
| 2007 F-350 SD | 25 | 1 |
| 2006 F-350 SD | 127 | 1 |
| 2005 F-350 SD | 217 | 3 |
| 2004 F-350 SD | 130 | 2 |
| 2003 F-350 SD | 132 | 4 |
| 2002 F-350 SD | 124 | 3 |
| 2001 F-350 SD | 158 | 2 |
| 2000 F-350 SD | 157 | 2 |
| 1999 F-350 SD | 142 | 2 |
| 1998 F-350 SD | 3 | 1 |
| 1997 F-350 SD | 3 | 2 |
| 1996 F-350 SD | 0 | 1 |
| 1995 F-350 SD | 2 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Ford F-350 SD?
Owners most often report steering, suspension, wheels problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2014 Ford F-350 SD?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2014 Ford F-350 SD a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F-350 SD model years, the 2014 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.