2014 Ford F-59 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 18, 2018 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other F-59 years
Not enough data 4th of 14 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2014 Ford F-59. That ranks 4th out of 14 F-59 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 76,000 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2014 Ford F-59 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine1 · ~76,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine1100%76,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2014 Ford F-59 recalls (2)

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Electrical systemJul 2, 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V401000 · 4,867 vehicles

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Ford F-59 commercial chassis vehicles manufactured December 17, 2009, to April 30, 2014. Corrosive environments, such as water mixed with road salt, may cause a short circuit between the electrical junction block and the mounting bracket/frame.

Risk: A short circuit may result in a fire.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the junction block with an improved design, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S11. Note: Since the short may result in a fire whether the vehicle is being operated or not, owners are advised to park affected vehicles outside until they have received the recall remedy.

Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliperJul 2, 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V405000 · 635 vehicles

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 F-53 motorhome chassis and F-59 commercial chassis manufactured February 14, 2014, to March 7, 2014. The affected chassis may have incorrectly machined brake calipers that may leak brake fluid.

Risk: Brake caliper leaks will cause longer brake pedal travel and lengthened stopping distances, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Ford has notified owners. Dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the affected brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S14.

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.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The vehicle was in motion at the time of failure, in a hilly service area, which placed my driver in a dangerous situation. Many in our industry have experienced this issue and knew it was a defect. Several pleas to the dealership resulted with no help at all this is a clear defect that ford has…

Engine · received Jun 18, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11102496

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Ford F-59?

Owners most often report engine problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2014 Ford F-59?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2014 Ford F-59 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F-59 model years, the 2014 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.