Recall 14V316 affects 4,647 2014 Ford F-150 trucks for an incorrectly installed EPAS sensor magnet. Do not drive. Free repair at any franchised Ford dealer.
A loss of steering control while driving increases the risk of a crash. Do not drive the vehicle, even for short trips. If it needs to move, ask the dealer about towing before the repair. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 4,647 2014 F-150 trucks under recall 14V316 because an incorrectly installed EPAS gear motor position sensor magnet can cause total loss of steering control while driving. Do not drive the truck if your VIN is included; Ford dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The electronic power assist steering system on the 2014 Ford F-150 uses an electric motor to help turn the front wheels. Instead of relying only on hydraulic pressure, the system reads steering position and applies motor assist so the wheel turns with the right amount of force. The gear motor position sensor magnet is part of that feedback path.
On affected F-150 trucks, that magnet was installed incorrectly inside the steering gear motor. When the magnet is out of position, the steering system receives bad position information and loses the reference it needs to control assist. The result is more than heavy steering. Ford's filing says the fault can lead to a total loss of steering control while driving.
There is no warning sign before failure. The filing does not identify a light, noise, or steering feel that appears first, so the defect has to be confirmed through the recall repair process.
Who's affected?
| 2014 Ford F-150 | power steering system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 4,647 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A loss of steering control while driving increases the risk of a crash. Do not drive the vehicle, even for short trips. If it needs to move, ask the dealer about towing before the repair. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014 Ford F-150 is included in this recall.
- Do not drive the truck until the EPAS steering gear replacement is complete.
- Arrange a tow if the truck has to be moved to the dealer; do not drive it there yourself.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free EPAS steering gear replacement that fixes the sensor-magnet defect linked to loss of steering control.
- Bring the recall notice if Ford sent one. If not, reference recall number 14V316 and Ford recall 14S09 when you call.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician replaces the Electronic Power Assist Steering gear. This addresses the incorrectly installed gear motor position sensor magnet that can lead to a total loss of steering control while driving. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. If your VIN is included, do not drive the truck until the steering gear has been replaced. Ask the Ford dealer about towing if the truck has to be moved.
Timeline
| June 10, 2014 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| June 12, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
| July 3, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 7, 2014 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| July 7, 2014 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V316?
Recall 14V316 covers 4,647 2014 Ford F-150 trucks with an incorrectly installed EPAS gear motor position sensor magnet. The defect can lead to a total loss of steering control while driving, increasing crash risk. Ford dealers will replace the EPAS steering gear for free.
What should I do if my 2014 Ford F-150 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 14V316. If it is, do not drive the vehicle. Contact a franchised Ford dealer and ask how to complete the free EPAS steering gear replacement, including towing if the truck needs to move.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Ford's recall remedy says dealers will replace the EPAS steering gear free of charge. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to perform the recall repair at no cost at any franchised Ford dealer.
What does "Do not drive" mean for this Ford F-150 recall?
Do not drive the truck until the dealer completes the recall repair. Ford's remedy states owners are advised not to drive affected vehicles until they have been remedied because the defect can cause total loss of steering control while driving.
Who should I call about Ford recall 14V316?
Call a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the recall repair and reference recall 14V316 or Ford recall number 14S09. Ford customer service is also listed at 1-800-392-3673 for questions about the recall and dealer repair process.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V316000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-800-392-3673 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V316 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V316000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →