Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (automatic and manual transmissions, CVT, axles, driveshaft, 4WD/AWD).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2014 Ford F-150 owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH on a two-lane highway, the vehicle seized on low gear and the rear of the vehicle seized. The ABS did not engage to bring the vehicle to a stop, the rear remained seized causing the contact to rear-end the vehicle in front. No air bags deployed. A police report was filed. The contact sustained a fractured finger, head, and back injuries that required medical attention via the hospital. Due to cost, the contact could not continue his medical treatment. The other vehicle was able to be driven from the scene and the occupant sustained unknown injuries that required medical attention but no further information was available. The vehicle was driven home after the crash. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the frame was repaired and replaced the damaged front end parts. …
The contact owned a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle rolled backward and crashed into the neighbor's home. The vehicle damaged the neighbor's home and damaged the connecting gas. A Police report was filed. There were no injuries sustained, and no medical attention was needed. The vehicle was deemed a total loss. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle was serviced two weeks prior to the failure, by the dealer. The contact stated that an unknown recall repair for the transmission control module update was completed at the time. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 92,000.
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle downshifted from overdrive to 1st gear causing the rear-end to slide into a nearby ditch. The vehicle ended up in the ditch on the side of the road and had to be towed out of the ditch. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the lead frame connector for the transmission had failed causing the transmission to unexpectedly downshift. The lead frame connector was replaced. The contact stated that the transmission shifted hard, and the vehicle jerked while changing gear. The check engine warning light and the wrench symbol which indicated a failure with either the transmission or throttle body were displayed on the instrument panel. …
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a dealer and was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V444000 (Power Train). The contact stated that upon driving the vehicle from the dealer's parking lot, the vehicle experienced hard transmission shifts to low gear and to the higher gears. The was no warning light illuminated. Additionally, the engine revved significantly. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the failure was not caused by the recall remedy but could be related to the transmission. The vehicle was taken to Master Tech Auto Repair, where a transmission replacement was recommended. The transmission was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that the vehicle was scanned with a code reader; however, no diagnostic trouble code was retrieved. …
[redacted] was driving the 2014 F150 on a multi lane state road in the afternoon on a sunny and dry afternoon. The vehicle was traveling straight with steady traffic at an intense rate of speed (approximately 45-50 mph) when it all of a changed gears and became difficult for the [redacted] to control, causing the vehicle to hit a guard rail. There was no contributing factors to the accident other than the vehicle's malfunction (i.e. no negative weather, road signals, other vehicles, animal or plant obstructions, intersections, driver error, etc.). At the time of the impact, all of the vehicle's airbags deployed and the driver's seatbelt locked in place. There were no personal injuries - only property damage to the outside of the vehicle, the airbags and seatbelt. Thus far, Ford has refused to replace the airbags, seatbelt/repair the vehicle's property damage despite repeated requests. …
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and had downshifted independently to first gear and nearly stopped due to the rear wheels almost locking up. The contact pulled over and turned off and restarted the vehicle and regained normal transmission operation. The contact stated that no warning lights were illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer who advised the contact that the PCM software needed to be updated. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. The contact stated that the vehicle was downshifting unexpectedly but was only downshifting to third gear. The contact stated that the "WRENCH" symbol was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle back to the same dealer and DTC P0722 (Output Shaft Speed Sensor, No Signal) was retrieved. …
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V444000 (POWER TRAIN). The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH and overtaking another vehicle, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle spun out of control; however, the contact was able to regain control of the vehicle and then pulled over to the side of the road. The contact attempted to shift the gear lever, and the gear shifter failed to function as intended. The contact switched to manual mode and was able to use the first, second, and third gears, and the vehicle limped to the residence. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician performed the powertrain control module software update. …
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle lost power, and the power train warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the odometer was inoperable, and the gear shift indicator indicated that the transmission was in 3rd gear. The air bags and other unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and inspected, but no failures were found. The vehicle was turned off for 20 minutes and restarted, and there were no issues found with the vehicle. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, the transmission downshifted and became stuck in 3rd gear. The powertrain, air bags, and other unknown warning lights became illuminated again, and the odometer failed to operate as intended. …
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while his girlfriend was driving approximately 50-55 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly downshifted into first gear, and the rear wheels locked up, causing the vehicle to stop in the middle of the road in a slightly sideways position. The powertrain warning light was blinking, and the infotainment screen turned black. Upon restarting the vehicle and shifting to drive(D), the vehicle responded briefly and made a clunking sound. The instrument cluster and the infotainment system were inoperable. The vehicle was towed to an acquaintance's residence, who informed the contact that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V444000 (Power Train). The vehicle was then towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was later towed to the dealer at the owner's expense. …
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 62 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with lead frame, solenoids B and E, and wiring packet failures. The contact was informed that the lead frame, solenoids B and E, and the wiring packet needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact had received notification NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V444000 (Power Train). The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the recall repair was performed. The contact stated that the failure started after the recall repair was performed. The contact stated that the vehicle has been taken to the dealer seven times since the recall repair was performed. The contact stated that the failure was persistent. The contact was almost involved in two crashes due to the failure. …
Related recalls
Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)
Ford 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.
Remedy: Dealers 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.
Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)
Ford 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.
Remedy: Dealers 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.
NHTSA investigations
Unintended Transmission Downshift
In September 2016, Ford Motor Company (Ford) issued safety recall 16V-248 which included certain model year (MY) 2011-2012 Ford F-150 vehicles equipped with 6-speed (6R80) automatic transmissions. This recall was in response to allegations of unintended, unexpected vehicle transmission downshifting to a lower gear without warning, often accompanied by temporary rear wheel lock-up, increasing the risk of a crash…
Transmission complaints in other F-150 years
Frequently asked questions
How common are transmission problems on the 2014 Ford F-150?
NHTSA has 426 complaints about the transmission & drivetrain of the 2014 Ford F-150, 28% of the model year's 1,538 complaints. The component named most often is automatic transmission (7 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2014 Ford F-150 transmission problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 26V-378 (control module (tcm/pcm/tecm), Jun 9, 2026); NHTSA recall 24V-444 (control module (tcm/pcm/tecm), Jun 17, 2024). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2014 Ford F-150 transmission problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 101,000 miles, and 10% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 10 crashes, 1 fire and 16 injuries to transmission & drivetrain problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.