2014 Ford Escape Fuel System Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are fuel system problems on the 2014 Ford Escape?
137 owners have reported fuel system problems on the 2014 Ford Escape, 7% of all complaints for this year and the 5th most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 43,000–90,000 miles. 2 recalls cover this area.
137 complaints 7% of all 2014 complaints 72,000 miles typical
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (84 of 137). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Fuel System complaints by the year the problem happened.
Fuel System complaints by Escape year
Related recalls
Fuel pump
Can stallOn April 30, 2015, Ford expanded the recall to cover an additional 45,505 vehicles, including certain model year 2014-2015 Ford Transit Connect vehicles manufactured November 11, 2013, to August 29, 2014, 2014-2015 Ford Fiesta vehicles manufactured April 10, 2014, to June 17, 2014 and 2014 Ford Edge vehicles manufactured April 30, 2014, to May 21, 2014. Improper nickel plating of components within the fuel pump may result in the fuel pump failing. If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge.
Recall 15V005000 · Jan 2015Cracked fuel module can cause engine stall
Can stallThe fuel delivery module may crack between its filter body and filter cap, which can lower fuel pressure. Low fuel pressure can make the vehicle stall while driving, raising the risk of a crash.
Fix: The dealer will replace the fuel delivery module at no cost to you.
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Other 2014 Ford Escape problems
Common questions
What are common 2014 Ford Escape fuel system problems?
Complaints most often name the fuel system.
At what mileage do 2014 Ford Escape fuel system problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 43,000–90,000 miles. The middle value is about 72,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2014 Ford Escape fuel system problems?
Yes: 15V005000, 14V525000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Which Escape year has the most fuel system complaints?
The 2010 Escape, with 507 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.