Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2014 Ford F-350
NHTSA data on file today
try.vin couldn't confirm NHTSA's recall list for the 2014 Ford F-350, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 91 owner complaints are on file.
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Steering 46 complaints
- Suspension 40 complaints
- Wheels 13 complaints
- Unknown or Other 9 complaints
- Power Train 7 complaints
- Electrical System 6 complaints
Of the 91 complaints on file, 4 report a crash and 1 a fire; across all 91 complaints, owners report 2 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $8,500–$13,500AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2014 Ford F-350 has an average reliability rating, primarily due to steering and suspension complaints. Other areas like powertrain and electrical system also warrant attention but are less frequent. Overall, it is crucial to monitor these common issues to maintain vehicle performance.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| steering | 60,000–100,000 miles | $500–$1,500 | very common |
| suspension | 70,000–110,000 miles | $400–$1,200 | common |
| wheels | 80,000–120,000 miles | $300–$800 | occasional |
| power train | 90,000–140,000 miles | $600–$2,000 | occasional |
| electrical system | 60,000–100,000 miles | $150–$600 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake pad and rotor replacement
- Tire rotation and balancing
- Transmission fluid change
- Coolant flush and refill
- Spark plug replacement
- Air filter replacement
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Steering vibration or noises
- Uneven tire wear
- Unresponsive transmission
- Unexpected warning lights
- Engine misfires or hesitation
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2014 Ford F-350 at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.