Example carMechanic for a 2014 Ford Flex
Mechanic for the 2014 Ford Flex: CarmaCars does not do this work itself. Request it and we arrange it with a trusted shop or connect you with one, and we can deliver a rental car to you while yours is in.
- Combined
- 11.6 to 12.8 L/100 km
- Body
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
A rental while yours is in the shop
CarmaCars does not do this work; you keep driving while the shop has your car. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, at our usual rates.
The 2014 Ford Flex for mechanic
- Body: standard sport utility vehicle (EPA size class).
2014 Ford Flex: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.5 L | 3.5 L | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 18 | 17 | 16 |
| MPG highway (US) | 25 | 23 | 23 |
| MPG combined (US) | 20 | 19 | 18 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 24 | 23 | 22 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,350 | US$3,550 | US$3,700 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,596 | $3,752 | $3,968 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2014 Ford Flex
- NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 249 complaints with NHTSA, most often about steering (66), electrical system (57) and fuel/propulsion system (46). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20V072000 | 2020-02-10 | suspension:rear | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Lincoln MKT and Ford Flex and Taurus vehicles with the Police Interceptor or SHO Performance Pack. The rear suspension toe links may fracture due to stress on the rear suspension. |
| 16V621000 | 2016-08-25 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI Ecoboost engines and 2013-2015 Ford Taurus Police Interceptor vehicles. A component within the fuel pump electric module (PEM) may overheat causing a loss of... |
| 14V710000 | 2014-11-07 | seats | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ford F-150 and Flex vehicles manufactured March 1, 2014, to May 31, 2014. The affected vehicles were manufactured with a reduced clearance between the seat frame and the seat track assembly. This can cause the Occupant Classification System (OCS) to... |
| 14V393000 | 2014-07-02 | power train:axle assembly:axle shaft | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 2, 2010, to November 30, 2013; 2013-2014 Ford Taurus and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured August 25, 2011, to November 30, 2013; and 2013-2014 Ford Flex and Lincoln MKT vehicles... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2014 Ford Flex: Mechanic
Mechanic for the 2014 Ford Flex: the work is done by a shop we trust, never by CarmaCars. Regular maintenance keeps small problems from turning into large ones.
Before the shop sees your Flex
Mention the trim and engine in your request; parts differ between them. The shop sets its own price and time after it sees the car. Say whether the car is drivable; it changes how it gets to the shop. The 3.5L 6-cylinder is what moves it, with front-wheel drive.
How the request works
We keep you posted until the car is booked in. We tell you plainly if we do not know a shop for the job. We follow up until the shop has the car booked in.
A car meanwhile
A rental from us keeps you moving while the shop has your car. We can have a rental ready the day your car goes in. Your offer shows any delivery fee before you pay.
Car care, briefly
Look at the tire tread before long trips. Listen for new noises and mention them to the shop with as much detail as you can. Use the grade of fuel your owner's manual calls for.
Questions to ask the shop
Ask how the shop will contact you if it finds something unexpected. Ask whether the quote includes both parts and labour. Ask how long the job should take, so you know how long to rent for.
Your move
Describe the problem, and we arrange a trusted shop.
Request mechanic
Tell us when suits you. A person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one; the shop sets its own price and time.
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