Most common 2010 Ford F-150 problems
Share of the 843 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Ford F-150 complaints by model year
Best F-150 years: 1996, 2009, 2008. Years to avoid: 2018, 2013, 2016, 2012, 2021. Compare all years →
2010 Ford F-150 recalls (1)
Structure › Body › Door
Ford is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 f-150 vehicles manufactured from January 18, 2008, through November 30, 2009. The interior door handle housing embossment retaining the interior door handle spring May fracture during normal usage resulting in insufficient spring force to return the handle to the fully stowed…
Remedy: Owners will be initially notified and instructed to take their vehicles to a Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer if any interior door handle is loose or fails to return to the stowed position after activation for replacement…
What 2010 Ford F-150 owners say
Windows, wipers & sunroof all 171 →
The contact owns a 2010 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. After a visual inspection of the exterior of the vehicle, the contact became aware that the rear passenger's side window had shattered. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 120,000.
The contact owns a 2010 Ford F-150. The contact stated two minutes after starting the vehicle and activating the defroster, there was an abnormally loud sound. The contact turned around and noticed that the rear passenger's side panel window was shattered. The contact stated that no one was injured. The contact stated that neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.
Electrical system all 166 →
The contact owns a 2010 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and shut off. The contact veered over to the side of the road and attempted to restart the vehicle. There was an abnormal sound while turning the ignition key. There were no warning lights illuminated. After several attempts, the vehicle restarted, and the contact was able to continue driving to the destination. The contact stated that the failure was related to TSB: 15-0137. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the fuse needed to be updated. The dealer determined that a relocation kit was needed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact there were no associated recalls and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 117,000.
The contact owns a 2010 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH, he slowed down and when he made a right turn, the vehicle stopped completely. There were no warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact was able to get the vehicle safely in the parking lot. The failure had occurred several times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. There was no failure found. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 65,320.
Engine & cooling all 138 →
The contact owns a 2010 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and shut off. The contact veered over to the side of the road and attempted to restart the vehicle. There was an abnormal sound while turning the ignition key. There were no warning lights illuminated. After several attempts, the vehicle restarted, and the contact was able to continue driving to the destination. The contact stated that the failure was related to TSB: 15-0137. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the fuse needed to be updated. The dealer determined that a relocation kit was needed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact there were no associated recalls and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 117,000.
The contact owns a 2010 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal was depressed, and the vehicle started jerking. Additionally, when the brake pedal was released, the vehicle hesitated to respond when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The vehicle then accelerated independently. The contact stated that the check engine, seat belt, and ABS warning lights illuminated after the failure and then turned off independently. The contact related the failure to an unknown recall. The vehicle was taken to a dealer but was not yet diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000. The contact stated that their truck is not on the recall list although other F-150s were repaired for the same two issues.
2010 Ford F-150 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6L 8-cyl | 6-speed automatic | RWD | 15 / 21 / 17 |
| 5.4L 8-cyl | 6-speed automatic | RWD | 14 / 20 / 16 |
| 4.6L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 15 / 19 / 16 |
| 4.6L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 4WD | 14 / 18 / 16 |
| 4.6L 8-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 4WD | 14 / 20 / 16 |
| 5.4L 8-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 4WD | 14 / 18 / 15 |
EPA ratings. Class: Full-size pickup.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2010 Ford F-150 a good car?
Based on 843 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2010 F-150 rates average: 20% fewer complaints than a typical year of the F-150 at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2010 Ford F-150?
The windows, wipers & sunroof — 171 complaints, 20% of all complaints for this model year, most often about glass, side/rear. Next are the electrical system (166) and engine & cooling (138).
How many recalls does the 2010 Ford F-150 have?
There is 1 recall for the 2010 Ford F-150, the most recent from February 1, 2011 (door). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Ford F-150?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 1996, 2009 and 2008. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2018, 2013, 2016, 2012 and 2021. See the full Ford F-150 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2010 Ford F-150 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 58,000 miles; 43% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.