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2014 Ford F-150 Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 36 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2014 Ford F-150, about 2% of its 1,533 total complaints for the year. There are no related recalls tied to this component. Median mileage at failure was 56,727.5 miles.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints
36
2% of 1,533
Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
2
Median mileage
56,728 mi
Related recalls
0

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

  • Owners report wheel rims with mis-drilled or defective valve stem retainer holes that can cause sudden air loss under pressure or stress.
  • Owners report factory lug nuts becoming swollen or cracked over time, making them difficult or impossible to remove during tire rotation without damage.
  • Owners describe tires vibrating, wheels shaking, and tire pressure warning lights illuminating while driving at low speeds.
  • Owners report a persistent howling noise from the front wheel area, especially in cold weather, even after installing new tires.
  • Owners describe rust forming on the inside of factory wheels shortly after purchase, raising concern about long-term wheel integrity.
  • Owners report confusion over incorrect tire pressure specifications listed on the vehicle's label compared to what dealers recommend.

When 2014 Ford F-150 suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 7, 2014, latest Jul 12, 2026.

2014 Ford F-150 suspension, wheels & tires complaints: complaints filed per month3Jul 2014Jan 2017Sep 2017May 2019May 2020Jul 2022Sep 2024Jul 2026
36 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2014 to Jul 2026; peak Mar 2017 (3).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2014 Ford F-150

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by F-150 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 200596 (9%)
  2. 200658 (10%)
  3. 200771 (15%)
  4. 200826 (7%)
  5. 200923 (7%)
  6. 201045 (5%)
  7. 201145 (2%)
  8. 201248 (3%)
  9. 201364 (2%)
  10. 201436 (2%)
  11. 201558 (3%)
  12. 201672 (4%)
  13. 201759 (4%)
  14. 201867 (3%)
  15. 201924 (2%)
  16. 202016 (2%)
  17. 202140 (4%)
  18. 202222 (4%)
  19. 202330 (7%)
  20. 20244 (2%)
  21. 20253 (3%)

Frequently asked questions

How many suspension, wheels & tire complaints does NHTSA have for the 2014 Ford F-150?
NHTSA lists 36 complaints in this category for the 2014 model year, which is about 2% of the 1,533 total complaints filed for that year.
Is there a recall for suspension, wheels, or tire issues on the 2014 Ford F-150?
No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to this component for the 2014 F-150.
At what mileage do these suspension and wheel problems typically show up?
The median mileage at failure among reported cases is 56,727.5 miles.
What are the most common wheel-related complaints on the 2014 F-150?
Owners most often describe defective wheel rims with mis-drilled valve stem holes, swollen or cracked lug nuts, and tire vibration or shaking at low speeds.
Were there any crashes or injuries linked to this component?
NHTSA data for this component on the 2014 F-150 shows 2 crashes, 1 fire, and 2 injuries among the 36 complaints filed.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.