2014 Ford F-150: whining or grinding noise

Filed Jun 16, 2025 · Transmission · 168,000 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from under the floorboards. The contact stated that there was a pop and then a whining sound before the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to either first or second gear. The contact stated there were no warning lights illuminated. The contact pulled over and stopped the vehicle, and had the vehicle towed to the local dealer. The dealer refused to service the vehicle and the contact had the vehicle towed to a second dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the transmission had failed and needed to be replaced. The contact was made aware that the VIN was included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V444000 (Power Train). The contact was informed that the recall repair was performed; however, the transmission had been damaged and needed to be replaced and was not covered under the recall. The contact had notified the manufacturer and was also informed that replacing the transmission was not covered under the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 168,000.

Filed Dec 17, 2024 · Engine, Transmission · 95,213 miles · CO

The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and hauling a trailer, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted into first gear. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who determined that the failure had damaged the engine, and the engine was replaced. The contact later received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V444000 (Power Train). The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where the recall repair was performed. The contact stated that several months later, the vehicle made abnormal grinding and howling sounds while driving. The vehicle was taken to Ken Garff Ford Ft. Collins (4809 S College Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80525), and it was determined that the abnormal sounds were coming from the rear differential. The dealer replaced the rear ring and pinion gears, as well as the bearings. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and reimbursed the contact for the engine replacement. The contact was advised to file a complaint with the federal safety agency Hotline. The failure mileage was 95,213.

Filed Nov 28, 2024 · Transmission · TX · 1 injury

It is 2014 F150 platinum it has a recall on the transmission. I took it in. They programmed it. I left with it. It was worse. and said that they had to get my truck was there for over a month and a half after the part was put on it. The transformation was worse now it’s back in the shop again for another two weeks. They’re telling me I need a new transmission. Anybody with common sense would know that if you’re driving 60 to 70 miles an hour and your truck shifts from six gear to first gear it’s going to tear something up in the transmission. I got it out and it was hard shifting out of first and the second out of fifth and the sixth and reverse was whining. All I’m asking for is help they want me to pay $6600 for a new transmission that I don’t have I’m on disability. Please help

Filed Feb 6, 2018 · Transmission · MD

Grinding/howling noise from rear end at 63,200 miles.. Needed to have ring and pinion replaced

Filed Mar 30, 2017 · Wheels · 59,000 miles · IA

Own a 2014 f-150 since knew 63000 miles on it now put new tires on it at 50100 miles in february of 2017 a thousand miles into the new tires began to hear a howling nose from what seemed to be the front right side. The howling nose was mostly heard while in cold weather and in motion. Took it back to the tire guy who pulled everything for the inspection and found nothing and referred me back to ford. Took it to ford who informed me that this was unfortunately a somewhat common accurance on these f-150 the problem (iwe integrated wheel end) it seems a rubber boot of sorts doesn't contract or inflate as it should causing grinding of the gears in the wheel hub which could result in wheels falling off tilting or being disengaged from the hub causing what could be a great deal of harm. If the service agent hadn't told me that this wasn't a common problem I wouldn't be writing to you, if he hadn't told me that my vehicle was only covered under warranty up to 60k miles when I reported this to him at 59900 and drove the extra miles just to get to him when I could have gone to a ford dealer closer and stayed under the 60k and been covered, still there seems to a problem here concerning this wheel part that could cause damage to people and property.

Filed Aug 20, 2015 · Brakes, Transmission · 12,600 miles · WV

At approximately 12,600 miles on my newly purchased vehicle, I experienced brake vibration, a hesitation and jerk in transmission at low accelerating speed or slowing down and then accelerating, and a loud whining noise from rear end between 60-65 miles per hour. I took it to river city ford and they turned the rotors for the brakes. I told river city ford that was unacceptable for a new vehicle and by turning the rotors they just reduced the life of the rotors for a new vehicle. I also told them that the brake pads should be replaced also. I contacted ford corp and they would not take any action and would not let me talk to anyone higher than a customer service supervisor. River city ford has had my vehicle in the shop since 7/20/2015. They have tried shimming ring and pinion in rear end and it did not fix the problem. They have tried various things and has not fixed the problem. They claim that adding grease to the transmission supposedly fixed the jerking when accelerating. Ford corp has wasted a lot of time trying to fix a known problem by ford. My research shows the rear end issue has existed for years and many customers have experienced the problem. Brake vibration, transmission jerking, and loud humming from the rear end are all safety issues, that if a failure occurs, could result in an accident at high speed.

Filed Jul 22, 2014 · Transmission · 2,280 miles · NC

While accelerating the truck will make a whining/groaning noise coming from the transmission area and will go away once the truck has finished accelerating to the speed limit. The whole truck will also jump making a noticeable thud while shifting into reverse with the truck stationary and the brakes applied, it will occasionally do the same shifting into drive, again while stationary. When I park the truck on a incline big or small the truck will make a loud buzzing noise coming from underneath and a vibration can be felt that will last a few seconds to a minute, the sound can be heard shifting through p,n,d,r as well. The last issue occurs when the outside temps are cold and I drive the truck 15-20mins with a average speed of 50mph. I have taken the truck to the dealer who attempted to fix the issue to no avail. I have spoke with another dealer's service manager who was not very helpful in solving my issue. I'm currently in touch with a ford regional customer service representative and in the process of going back to a dealer.