2014 Ford F-150: Engine loses power
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2014 F-150 report: engine loses power. CarComplaints.com lists 6 owner complaints, average mileage 69,150 miles.
NHTSA has 172 owner complaints for the 2014 F-150 in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11670760 (filed 07/02/2025): “Cam phasers yes engine could blow up cause to lose control of my vehicle yes by a ford dealer no no warning lamp or message rattle at cool startup…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11670766 (filed 07/02/2025): “The contact owns a 2014 ford f-150. the contact stated that upon leaving the grocery store and attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start while the engine was continuously turning over. there was no warning light illuminated. the vehicle was …”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: engine replacement (1 reports) new spark plugs (1 reports) replace throttle body (1 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Internal engine work (lifters, oil consumption, fuel dilution diagnosis) requires engine teardown or dealer software/tests. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $6,120 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
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