repaired · 2024 Q3
Automatic transmission: gear position indication (prndl)
Risk. 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.
2014 Ford C-MAXProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 80 owner complaints about the 2014 Ford C-MAX, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 20V-331 the manufacturer reports only 44% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 28, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Ford C-MAX has problems
80 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
20Electrical system4 crash/fire/injury
18Power train2 crash/fire/injury
14Steering
9Latches/locks/linkages
5Engine
4Air bags
3Wheels
3Structure
3Fuel/propulsion system
75 other systems2 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 20 | 4 |
| Power train | 18 | 2 |
| Steering | 14 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 9 | 0 |
| Engine | 5 | 0 |
| Air bags | 4 | 3 |
| Wheels | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 0 |
| 5 other systems | 7 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
8 recalls
2014 Ford C-MAX recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2022 Q2
Doors: latch
Risk. A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Equipment: electrical
Risk. An overheated cord can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2018 Q2
Doors: latch
Risk. A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
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repaired · 2015 Q4
Air bags
Risk. 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…
repaired · 2016 Q1
Steering
Do not driveRisk. The incorrectly manufactured steering gears may cause impaired steering, including the loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2015 Q3
Frontal: sensor/control module-inactive
Risk. If the side-curtain rollover air bag is delayed in deploying in certain rollover circumstances, the risk of injury to the passengers is increased.
repaired · 2015 Q3
Front assembly: recliner
Risk. The back of the subject seats may become loose or lean while driving and potentially increase the risk of injury in certain crashes.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ford.
Best & worst years
2014 vs. every other C-MAX year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the C-MAX median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
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- Not rated
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2014 Ford C-MAX, and the recalls they led to.
- Door Latch FailureLed to recall 16V-643
- Door Latch FailuresLed to recall 20V-331
In owners' words
What C-MAX owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Major electrical issues, including rear view camera not working, vehicle starting when no key fob is in or near the vehicle, tail lights burning out even after replacement, one taillight blinking faster than the other, screen for infotainment not turning on, all of a sudden vehicle not starting…
For the last couple of years I've had a problem with the backup camera it goes out randomly sometimes the picture turns upside down sometimes it's just a black screen sometimes there is a thing that says see the dealer. It's intermittent it's unexpected and other Ford years have been recalled for…
The contact owns a 2014 Ford C-MAX. The contact stated while driving at approximately 20 MPH with all four windows closed, there was a strong abnormal odor coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact then opened all the windows allowing the odor to release, and the abnormal odor was not as…
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