2014 Ford Flex engine problems
22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2014 Ford Flex — 9% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“After reporting to work on [XXX], I discovered that the front of my vehicle was on fire. Emergency services were immediately contacted, and employees on site attempted to contain the fire using fire extinguishers. The fire department arrived shortly thereafter and successfully extinguished the…”
filed Jan 24, 2026
“The contact owns a 2014 Ford Flex. The contact stated that occasionally, while attempting to reverse, the image on the back over prevention camera was displayed upside down. Additionally, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted, and the vehicle was…”
filed Sep 22, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Some 2009-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbochargers may exhibit an oil leak from the turbocharger oil supply or return tubes, O-rings or 6.7L pedestal gasket. Although oil may collect on the…
SSM 49210 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 25, 2020
Engine problems in other Flex years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Flex | 5 | 2% |
| 2018 Flex | 1 | 2% |
| 2017 Flex | 1 | 2% |
| 2016 Flex | 7 | 7% |
| 2015 Flex | 11 | 11% |
| 2013 Flex | 32 | 6% |
| 2012 Flex | 11 | 17% |
| 2011 Flex | 25 | 17% |
| 2010 Flex | 30 | 22% |
| 2009 Flex | 36 | 20% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2014 Ford Flex
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.