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2014 Ford F-550 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 2 complaints on file for the 2014 Ford F-550 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

2

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2014 compare to other F-550 years?

F-550 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted23 complaints2007: 0 complaints2008: 0 complaints2009: 0 complaints2010: 0 complaints2011: 17 complaints2012: 20 complaints2013: 6 complaints2014: 2 complaints2015: 0 complaints2016: 14 complaints2017: 19 complaints2018: 9 complaints2019: 18 complaints2020: 23 complaints
F-550 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2014 Ford F-550 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine150%
Fuel System150%

Does the 2014 Ford F-550 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

15V371000EngineJune 15, 2015 · 8 units

Defect

HME, Inc. is recalling certain emergency vehicles manufactured January 1, 2014, to March 31, 2015 and built on a model year 2014-2015 Ford F-550 chassis. 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.

Consequence

Engine shut down and a subsequent cool down period may delay medical treatment or assistance to those needing it, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy

HME will notify owners, and dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, free of charge. The recall began on July 7, 2015. Owners may contact HME customer service at 1-616-261-2636.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-550. The contact stated that while his driver was driving at unknown speeds, the instrument cluster went blank, flickered, and illuminated. There was smoke detected after the vehicle had been turned off for several hours. The vehicle was parked unattended and…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · August 27, 2023 · fire

“The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-550. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 55 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The messages "Engine Power Reduced” and “Low Fuel" were displayed, and the vehicle lost motive power and decelerated to 20 MPH. The vehicle was driven…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · October 31, 2024

2014 Ford F-550 — common questions

Is the 2014 Ford F-550 reliable?

The record is thin — 2 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2014 Ford F-550 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2014 Ford F-550. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Ford F-550 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the F-550 years to avoid are 2020. The cleanest record among F-550 years belongs to 2015.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.