Is the 2014 Ford F-250 reliable?

The 2014 Ford F-250 has 236 complaints filed with NHTSA (0.6x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: average. Most common issue: SUSPENSION problems.

What are common problems with the 2014 Ford F-250?

Top problems: SUSPENSION (81 complaints, avg repair $500); STEERING (74 complaints, avg repair $500); OTHER (15 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2014 Ford F-250?

No recalls have been issued for the 2014 Ford F-250.

How much does it cost to insure a 2014 Ford F-250?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2014 Ford F-250 is approximately $1,478/year (sedan-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2014 Ford F-250

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Average

Quick Summary

The 2014 Ford F-250 has 236 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.6x the segment average of 384. The most common issue is suspension problems (34% of all complaints), specifically: violent front end shake wobble. any bump in the road causes the front end to shake violently. have tried everything to fix with no change.. ⚠️ 3 fire reports filed.

3 fire reports 3 crash reports

236

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.6x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

SUSPENSION

81 complaints

34%

• VIOLENT FRONT END SHAKE WOBBLE. ANY BUMP IN THE ROAD CAUSES THE FRONT END TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY. HAVE TRIED EVERYTHING TO FIX WITH NO CHANGE.
• TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD F-250. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS HIGH SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED THE "DEATH WOBBLE". THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SHOOK VIOLENTLY WHILE DRIVING. AUTONATION FORD TORRANCE IN TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MA
• EVERY TIME THE TRUCKS DRIVES BETWEEN 50 TO 60 MILES I EXPERIENCE THE DEATH WOBBLE. THIS HAPPENS TO ME EVERY DAY ON THE FREEWAY.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 1 crashes

“VIOLENT FRONT END SHAKE WOBBLE. ANY BUMP IN THE ROAD CAUSES THE FRONT END TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY. HAVE TRIED EVERYTHING TO FIX WITH NO CHANGE.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2014 Ford F-250

Based on 125 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 83K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 60-100K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ELECTRICAL

Reported earliermedian 35K mi · 5 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

SUSPENSION

In line with typicalmedian 83K mi · 44 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

OTHER

In line with typicalmedian 54K mi · 11 reports

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30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

STEERING

Later than typicalmedian 99K mi · 39 reports

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30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ENGINE

Later than typicalmedian 109K mi · 10 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2014 Ford F-250

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,478

Full coverage / month

$123

Liability only / year

$611

vs US avg

-12%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age0.92x

= Full coverage estimate$1478

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Ford F-250 Service Intervals

Oil change

8K mi / 12 mo

Tire rotation

8K mi

Brake fluid

36 months

Transmission fluid

30K mi

Engine coolant

100K mi

Spark plugs

100K mi

Cabin air filter

20K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

30K mi

IOLM (Intelligent Oil Life Monitor) may signal earlier. Older 5.4L Triton engines have specific service needs — check the manual.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Ford New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

5 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / 60K mi

These are the terms for a new Ford. If you're buying a used 2014 F-250, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Ford dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

SUSPENSION(~50K mi)

$500

STEERING(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 236 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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SUSPENSION: VIOLENT FRONT END SHAKE WOBBLE. ANY BUMP IN THE ROAD CAUSES THE FRONT END TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY. HAVE TRIED EVERYTHING TO FIX WITH NO CHANGE.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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STEERING: VIOLENT FRONT END SHAKE WOBBLE. ANY BUMP IN THE ROAD CAUSES THE FRONT END TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY. HAVE TRIED EVERYTHING TO FIX WITH NO CHANGE.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: WHEN TOWING A TRAVEL TRAILER SOMETHING SEEMS TO BE BENDING HITCH PINS SLIGHTLY. THIS IS UNNERVING TO SAY THE LEAST. IT APPEARS THIS COULD BE A SAFETY ISSUE IF THE PIN FAILS. *TR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: I PURCHASED A CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED VEHICLE ON NOVEMBER 13, 2016 AND HAVE HAD TO RETURN THE TRUCK FOR SERVICE MORE THAN 4 TIMES FOR THE SAME ISSUE AND THE ISSUE IS STILL NOT FIXED. IT IS MY UNDERSTANDING THAT THERE IS A MALFUNCTION WITH SOME 2014-2015 F-SUPER DUTY 6.7L DIESEL VEHICLES WHICH MAY EXHIBI
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)