Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2010 Ford F-150. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE SPRING FAILURE
- Summary
- 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 POSITION.
- Consequence
- IN THE EVENT OF A SIDE IMPACT CRASH, THE DOOR HANDLE SPRING CAN FAIL CAUSING THE DOOR LATCH TO OPEN.
- 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 OF THE AFFECT MODULE. ONCE PARTS BECOME AVAILABLE, OWNERS WILL BE RENOTIFIED AND INSTRUCTED TO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO A FORD OR LINCOLN/MERCURY DEALER FOR INSPECTION OF EACH INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE. DEPENDING ON THE RESULTS OF THE INSPECTION, THE DEALER WILL EITHER ADD A SPRING EMBOSSMENT REINFORCEMENT OR REPLACE THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 10, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
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Owner complaints (843)
843 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 843 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 166 | 19.7% |
| Power train | 121 | 14.4% |
| Engine | 107 | 12.7% |
| Visibility/wiper | 104 | 12.3% |
| Visibility | 96 | 11.4% |
| Structure | 92 | 10.9% |
| Unknown or other | 61 | 7.2% |
| Service brakes | 58 | 6.9% |
| Steering | 48 | 5.7% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 44 | 5.2% |
How 2010 compares with other F-150 years
Best and worst F-150 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 585 | 4 |
| 2007 | 488 | 2 |
| 2008 | 369 | 1 |
| 2009 | 324 | 2 |
| 2010 | 843 | 1 |
| 2011 | 2,191 | 6 |
| 2012 | 1,783 | 4 |
| 2013 | 2,983 | 3 |
| 2014 | 1,534 | 8 |
| 2015 | 1,722 | 13 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 17 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,950
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 523 g/mi
- EPA class
- Standard Pickup Trucks
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 17 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 21 / 17 | $3,950 | 523 |
| 5.4 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | $4,200 | 555 |
| 4.6 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 16 | $4,200 | 555 |
| 4.6 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 18 / 16 | $4,200 | 555 |
| 4.6 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | $4,200 | 555 |
| 5.4 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 18 / 15 | $4,450 | 593 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2010 F-150 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2010 Ford F-150 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2010 Ford F-150 have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 11V049000 (structure). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2010 Ford F-150 problems?
Owners filed 843 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (166), Power train (121), Engine (107) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2010 Ford F-150 get?
EPA rates the 4.6 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 15 city, 21 highway and 17 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2010 F-150 compare with other years?
Among the 2006–2015 Ford F-150 model years at least five years old, the 2009 drew the fewest complaints (324) and the 2013 the most (2,983). The 2010 drew 843. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Summary reviewed on Oct 6, 2026.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.