2014 Ford C-max: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2014 Ford C-max: 8 recalls, 80 owner complaints and up to 39 mpg combined.
Recalls
8 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seats Vehicle recall #14V164000 · 2014 · 43,135 vehicles
What's wrong: The driver and passenger seatback assemblies May have been produced with sub-standard weld joints used to attach the seat back recliner mechanism to the seat frame. The affected seat backs May have insufficient strength to meet the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 207, "seating systems."
Why it matters: The back of the subject seats May become loose or lean while driving and potentially increase the risk of injury in certain crashes.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seatback, free of charge. The recall began on May 30, 2014.
Airbags, Airbags Vehicle recall #14V237000 · 2014 · 594,785 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the restraint control module (rcm) May have errors in the programming software which May result in a delayed deployment of the side-curtain rollover air bag.
Why it matters: If the side-curtain rollover air bag is delayed in deploying in certain rollover circumstances, the risk of injury to the passengers is increased.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the rcm, free of charge. The recall began on May 30, 2014.
Steering Vehicle recall #14V514000 · 2014 · 508 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles May have steering gears that were incorrectly assembled.
Why it matters: The incorrectly manufactured steering gears May cause impaired steering, including the loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gears, free of charge. The recall began on November 11, 2014.
Seat belts, Airbags Vehicle recall #14V597000 · 2014 · 746,842 vehicles
What's wrong: The coating on portions of the restraint control module (rcm) May crack, and when exposed to humidity, circuits on the printed circuit board May short.
Why it matters: The short circuits could cause the frontal air bags, side curtain air bags and the seat belt pretensioners to not function as intended when needed, increasing the risk of occupant injury in the event of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rcm, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. The recall began on May 26,2015.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #16V643000 · 2016 · 2,046,297 vehicles
What's wrong: A component within the door latches May break, preventing the doors from latching and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.
Why it matters: A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door latches with an improved part, free of charge. The recall began on January 27, 2017.
Equipment Vehicle recall #18V592000 · 2018 · 49,197 vehicles
What's wrong: Cords with part numbers fm58-10b706-aa, fm58-10b706-ab, fm58-10b706-ac, fm58-10b706-ad, fm58-10b706-ae and fm58-10b706-af were manufactured without thermistors, and during vehicle charging, increased resistance in the house's outlet or wiring can cause the cord to overheat and melt.
Why it matters: An overheated cord can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the current cord with a new 120v convenience cord with a thermistor, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2019.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #20V331000 · 2020 · 2,147,323 vehicles
What's wrong: These vehicles were previously recalled and repaired under recalls 15v-246, 16v-643 or 17v-210, however the repair May not have been completed properly. A component within the door latches May break making the doors difficult to latch and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.
Why it matters: A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the latch date codes to confirm if the repair was done correctly, and replace the side door latches if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have the option to inspect their own vehicle's door latches and enter the date codes into a website to…
Transmission & drivetrain, Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #22V413000 · 2022 · 2,925,968 vehicles
What's wrong: The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission May degrade or detach.
Why it matters: A damaged or missing bushing May prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle May roll after the driver selects the 'park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 1, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 4th quarter 2022. Owner…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 4 mention a fire, 6 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (20): the most common themes are electrical failure (9), warning light on (7), door / lock issues (4).
- Other / unknown (19): the most common themes are electrical failure (3), fire / smoke (2).
- Transmission & drivetrain (18): the most common themes are noise or vibration (7), warning light on (7), hard / delayed shifting (3).
- Steering (14): the most common themes are steering problems (14), warning light on (4).
The 2014 Ford C-max has 80 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 6 C-max model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 62). Complaints peaked in 2022 (15 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 53,393 miles. Neighboring years: 2013 (187 complaints, 8 recalls), 2015 (55 complaints, 6 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 41 | 36 | 39 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2014 Ford C-max have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 vehicle recalls for the 2014 Ford C-max. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2014 Ford C-max problems?
Owners have filed 80 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (20), other / unknown (19), transmission & drivetrain (18).
What gas mileage does the 2014 Ford C-max get?
EPA ratings run up to 39 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (variable gear ratios)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2014 Ford C-max repair manual?
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