Most common 2014 Ford Transit problems
Share of the 3 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Ford Transit complaints by model year
Best Transit years: 2014, 2021, 2025. Years to avoid: 2023, 2020, 2015. Compare all years →
2014 Ford Transit recalls (3)
Seats
New England Wheels (New England) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ford Transit and 2014-2019 Ram Promaster 2500 and 3500 vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman Go-ES Foldaway seats.
Remedy: New England has notified owners, directing them to contact Freedman for repairs to the foldaway seats, free of charge. The recall began May 27, 2019.
Seats
Mobility Transportation Services (MobilityTrans) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ford Transit and Ram Promaster vehicles and 2014-2015 Ford Econoline vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719.
Remedy: MobilityTrans will notify owners and Freedman Seating dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2019.
Equipment adaptive/mobility
Mobility Specialists, Inc. (Mobility Specialists) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Ford E-150 and Transit vans modified to be equipped with Ricon S-Series and K-Series wheel chair lifts.
Remedy: Mobility Specialists, working with Ricon, has notified the owners. Ricon will provide instructions and materials for replacing defective parts. Owners may contact Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884.
2014 Ford Transit engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | 6-speed automatic | FWD | 22 / 29 / 25 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl | 6-speed automatic | FWD | 21 / 28 / 24 |
EPA ratings. Class: Van.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2014 Ford Transit a good car?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 Transit rates better than average: 96% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Transit at the same age. It is one of the best Transit years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2014 Ford Transit?
The transmission & drivetrain — 1 complaint, 33% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the body & structure (1) and windows, wipers & sunroof (1).
How many recalls does the 2014 Ford Transit have?
There are 3 recalls for the 2014 Ford Transit, the most recent from April 29, 2019 (seats). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Ford Transit?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2014, 2021 and 2025. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2023, 2020 and 2015. See the full Ford Transit years comparison.
At what mileage do 2014 Ford Transit problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 47,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.