2014 Ford E-350 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Caution The 2014 Ford E-350 has a complaint index of 50, ranking 11th worst of 21 model years, with 17 complaints and 11 recall campaigns. NHTSA rates it Caution, worse than 2015, 2016, 2012 and 2013 but better than 2005, 2006, 2008 and 2011.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 50/100
- #11 of 21 E-350 years
- Verdict
- Caution
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 17
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 11
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 12.5
- 11 city / 14.5 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2014 Ford E-350 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires7 (41%)
- Engine4 (24%)
- Steering4 (24%)
- Electrical System3 (18%)
- Other2 (12%)
- Brakes1 (6%)
- Fuel System1 (6%)
- Transmission & Powertrain1 (6%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Vehicle tilts sideways and shakes at highway speed, with the issue recurring even after dealer repair.
- Front end shakes and vibrates at various speeds, with dealers unable to pinpoint a cause.
- Wheel hub cap detaches while driving on the highway at low mileage.
- Engine stalls without warning while driving 65 mph, accompanied by a burning smell and illuminated warning light.
- Vehicle will not shift out of park while dash lights flash repeatedly.
- Excessive vertical play develops in all four tie rod ends, suggesting a manufacturing defect in the steering.
2014 Ford E-350 recalls
11 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 19V401000May 29, 2019Other22 vehicles
Equipment
VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists (VCI) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-550, 2014 E-350 and E-450, 2015 F-250 and F-450, 2016 E-450, 2017 E-350, F-450 and E-450, 2018 F-350, 2010 E-450, 2005-2006 E-450, 2009 E-450 and Chevrolet C4500-based Type I and Type III ambulances equipped with ASA Electronics Voyager monitors used to display the back-up camera image. The monitors may unexpectedly revert back to the factory default settings which may cause the camera image to be reversed.
Risk: The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists will work with ASA to notify the owners, and remedy the displays, free of charge. The recall began May 9, 2019. Owners may contact ASA Electronics at 1-800-384-4400.
- NHTSA 19V313000Apr 18, 2019Structure & Body2,080 vehicles
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. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
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. Owners may contact Mobility Transportation Services customer service at 1-734-453-6452.
- NHTSA 17V472000Jul 25, 2017Structure & Body94,605 vehicles
Seats
Ford 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.
Risk: The 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.
Remedy: Ford 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.
2014 Ford E-350 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 11 MPG
- Highway
- 14.5 MPG
- Combined
- 12.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $5,200
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Gasoline or E85
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2014 compared with other E-350 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2014 Ford E-350 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA data it carries a Caution verdict, with a complaint index of 50 and 17 complaints, ranking 11th worst out of 21 E-350 model years.
- What is the top problem area for the 2014 Ford E-350?
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires leads with 7 complaints, 41% of the total, and a median failure mileage of 4,110 miles.
- Does the 2014 Ford E-350 have recalls?
- NHTSA lists 11 recall campaigns for the 2014 E-350, mostly involving wheelchair lift equipment, seatbelt bolts, and aftermarket seat modifications; none are do-not-drive recalls.
- What year Ford E-350 should I avoid instead of 2014?
- NHTSA data shows 2006 (complaint index 100), 2005 (85), and 2008 (95) rank worse than 2014, all carrying an Avoid verdict.
- Are 2015 or 2016 E-350 better years?
- Yes, 2015 and 2016 have lower complaint indexes of 20 and 10 and carry Best verdicts, compared to the 2014's Caution rating.