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2014 Ford F-150 Recalls

NHTSA lists 8 safety recall campaigns for the 2014 Ford F-150. Recalls are published by year, make and model rather than per-VIN, so check your exact vehicle at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at any franchised dealer, whatever the age of the car or who owns it now.

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These campaigns cover the 2014 Ford F-150 as a model line. Decode your VIN to see the build details for your specific car, then confirm the recalls against it at NHTSA.

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26V378000

Power Train · Automatic Transmission · Control Module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

Unexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The riskUnexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix — freeDealers will update the PCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S45. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6, 2026.

What was foundFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V444. A loss of signal between the transmission output shaft speed sensor and the powertrain control module (PCM) can cause the transmission to unexpectedly downshift into first gear.

26V378000 at NHTSA
24V444000

Power Train · Automatic Transmission · Control Module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

Unexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The riskUnexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix — freeDealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S37.

What was foundFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 F-150 vehicles. A loss of signal between the transmission output shaft speed sensor and the powertrain control module can cause the transmission to unexpectedly downshift into first gear, regardless of vehicle speed.

24V444000 at NHTSA
20V332000

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Foundation Components · Master Cylinder

A loss of brake fluid may result in a change in brake pedal travel and feel, increased pedal effort and reduced front brake function,…

The riskA loss of brake fluid may result in a change in brake pedal travel and feel, increased pedal effort and reduced front brake function, possibly requiring greater effort and distance to stop the vehicle. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix — freeFord will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake master cylinder and inspect the brake booster, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. Ford issued owners an interim notification on June 30, 2020. The recall began on October 28, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S31.

What was foundFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2017 F-150 pickup trucks equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may leak brake fluid into the brake booster.

20V332000 at NHTSA
17V472000

Seat Belts

The improperly manufactured bolts may fracture.

The riskThe improperly manufactured bolts may fracture. If a seat, seatback, or seatbelt anchor attaching bolt fractures, the affected component may not be properly secured, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

The fix — freeFord will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected bolts, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 8, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available in the fourth quarter of 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S17.

What was foundFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Ford F-150 and E-350, 2014-2015 Ford Escape, and 2015 Lincoln MKC vehicles. Improperly manufactured bolts may have been used to install certain seats, seatbacks, seatbelt buckles, or seatbelt anchors on these vehicles.

17V472000 at NHTSA
16V345000

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Fluid

Loss of brake fluid from the primary reservoir results in a complete loss of front brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.

The riskLoss of brake fluid from the primary reservoir results in a complete loss of front brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix — freeFord will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake master cylinder and, if necessary, the brake booster, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S24.

What was foundFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 F-150 vehicles manufactured August 1, 2013, to August 31, 2014 equipped with 3.5L engines. The master cylinder rear cup seal may roll, resulting in brake fluid leakage from the primary reservoir into the brake booster.

16V345000 at NHTSA
14V710000

Seats

Improper suppression of the passenger airbag increases the risk of an injury to the seat occupant in the event of a crash necessitating…

The riskImproper suppression of the passenger airbag increases the risk of an injury to the seat occupant in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front passenger airbag.

The fix — freeFord will notify owners, and dealers will widen the gap between the seat frame and seat track assembly and recalibrate the seat OCS, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14C10.

What was foundFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ford F-150 and Flex vehicles manufactured March 1, 2014, to May 31, 2014. The affected vehicles were manufactured with a reduced clearance between the seat frame and the seat track assembly. This can cause the Occupant Classification System (OCS) to inaccurately register passenger weight and improperly suppress the passenger front airbag when the passenger seat is occupied by an adult passenger. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

14V710000 at NHTSA
14V709000

Exterior Lighting · Brake Lights · Switch

If the brake lights fail to illuminate, or illuminate after a delay, there is an increased risk of a crash.

The riskIf the brake lights fail to illuminate, or illuminate after a delay, there is an increased risk of a crash.

The fix — freeFord has notified owners, and dealers will adjust the brake pedal position switch, free of charge. The recall began on November 24, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14C09. Note: Until the vehicle has been remedied, owners are advised not to use their cruise control system.

What was foundFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 F-150 vehicles manufactured March 1, 2014, to March 13, 2014. The affected vehicles may have a brake pedal position switch that is improperly adjusted. As a result, the brake lights may illuminate with a delay or not at all. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

14V709000 at NHTSA
14V316000

Steering · Electric Power Assist System

A loss of steering control while driving increases the risk of a vehicle crash.

The riskA loss of steering control while driving increases the risk of a vehicle crash.

The fix — freeFord will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPAS steering gear, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Note: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been remedied. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S09.

What was foundFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ford F-150 trucks manufactured May 26, 2014 to June 19, 2014, and equipped with Electronic Power Assist Steering (EPAS). The affected vehicles may have an incorrectly installed EPAS gear motor position sensor magnet that can lead to a total loss of steering control while driving.

14V316000 at NHTSA

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Campaign data is published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and is refreshed daily. Check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov — their lookup can confirm applicability and repair status for a specific vehicle; this page lists model-level campaigns.

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