2010 Ford F-250 problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
A typical year for this model
The 2010 Ford F-250 sits mid-pack among F-250 years: 109 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 145, with no recalls and no defect investigations.
Steering leads the complaint categories with 30 reports (28% of the total).
109
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
2
Crash-involved
3
Fires reported
4
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2010 compare to other F-250 years?
What are the most common 2010 Ford F-250 problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 30 | 28% | — flat |
| Suspension | 29 | 27% | — flat |
| Engine | 9 | 8% | ▲ up |
| Other | 9 | 8% | ▲ up |
| Fuel System | 7 | 6% | ▲ up |
| Tires & Wheels | 7 | 6% | ▼ down |
| Transmission | 5 | 5% | ▲ up |
| Electrical System | 4 | 4% | ▲ up |
| Speed Control | 3 | 3% | ▲ up |
| Body & Structure | 2 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Brakes | 2 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Airbags | 1 | 1% | ▼ down |
| Trailer Hitch | 1 | 1% | — flat |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“2010 FORD F-250 WITH A HORRIBLE SHIMMY BETWEEN 60 AND 65 MPH. BECOMES VIOLENT SHAKING AFTER GOING OVER SMALL BUMBS IN ROAD, AND UNABLE TO STEER. TO STOP THIS I HAD TO SLOW BELOW 50 MPH. CURRENTLY 82000 MILES HAVE HAD THIS ISSUE FOR SEVERAL MONTHS. NO ONE AT FORD SEEMS TO KNOW WHAT IT IS. SEARCH ON…”
“While travel on the highway at 70 mph upon hitting a bump my steering wheel and front end of the truck began to violently shake. I applied my brake and pulled to the side of the highway the shaking stopped. I inspected the vehicle finding nothing visually wrong. I continued my trip having the…”
“SINCE I HAVE OWNED THIS TRUCK FROM 2010 TO CURRENT I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE EXHAUST MANIFOLDS AND A TRANSMISSION OVERFLOW RELIEF VALVE. THE EXHAUST MANIFOLDS KEEP POPPING THE STUDS WHICH ALLOWS FUMES INSIDE THE TRUCK UPON A $2000.00 BILL EVERY TIME... THIS ISSUE COULD CAUSE THE WHOLE EXHAUST…”
“WHEN ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE. THE IGNITION SWITCH GETS STUCK IN THE ON POSITION AND DOES NOT RELEASE TO THE NORMAL POSITION. GETTING STUCK CAUSES THE HEATER AND THE RADIO OR ANY OTHER ELECTRONIC DEVICE INSIDE THE VEHICLE NOT TO WORK. TO MAKE THESE DEVICES WORK, YOU HAVE TO MANUALLY TURN THE…”
“EXPERIENCED VIBRATION IN THE FRONT END OF THE TRUCK AT ALL SPEEDS ON LOCAL COUNTY ROAD. TOOK THE F250 TO SUMMERVILLE FORD TO BE ALIGNED AND BALANCED. FORD FOUND THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE'S STEEL BELT HAD SEPARATED AND REPLACED THE TIRE WITH THE SAME BRAND AND SIZE. CONTINENTAL LT275/65R18.”
2010 Ford F-250 — common questions
Is the 2010 Ford F-250 reliable?
Its record is better than the model's norm: 109 NHTSA complaints, below the typical F-250 year, with 0 recalls and no open investigations.
What are the most common 2010 F-250 problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are steering (30 complaints), suspension (29 complaints), engine (9 complaints).
Does the 2010 Ford F-250 have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2010 Ford F-250.
Which Ford F-250 years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the F-250 years to avoid are 2019, 2017, 1999, 2018, 2016, 2015, 2012, 2000, 2011, 2020, 1997, 2006, 2001, 2008, 1995, 2014. The cleanest record among F-250 years belongs to 1982.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.