2013 Ford C-Max vs 2014 Ford C-Max
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2013 Ford C-Max | 2014 Ford C-Max |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 187 | 80 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 88 | 94 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 40 | 39 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 69,489 mi | 53,787 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford C-Max | Ford C-Max |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 51 | 20 |
| Power Train | 37 | 18 |
| Steering | 39 | 14 |
| Engine | 16 | 5 |
| Structure | 13 | 3 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 11 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 11 | 0 |
| Stalling | 10 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 9 | 0 |
| Battery drain | 9 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 6 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 5 |
2013 Ford C-Max
2014 Ford C-Max
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.