2010 Ford Explorer Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 16 brake complaints for the 2010 Ford Explorer, 14% of that year's 113 total complaints. These complaints report 5 crashes and 2 injuries, with a median failure mileage of 36,500. No related recalls are listed for this issue.
- Brakes complaints
- 16
- 14% of 113
- Crashes reported
- 5
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 2
- Median mileage
- 36,500 mi
- Related recalls
- 0
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Owners report the brake pedal going soft or extending toward the floorboard, requiring repeated or full-force pressing before the vehicle would stop.
- Several owners describe the vehicle continuing to accelerate or surge forward while the brake pedal was applied, with the engine noise increasing at the same time.
- Some drivers report increased stopping distance at low speeds, including one case where the vehicle lost braking ability on snowy roads after warning lights came on.
- One owner reported the brake and gas pedals sitting too close together, causing the accelerator to be contacted while attempting to brake.
- A rear-end crash was reported after the brake pedal reportedly went to the floor at approximately 20 mph, resulting in loss of control.
When 2010 Ford Explorer brake complaints were filed
First complaint Aug 10, 2010, latest Sep 26, 2025.
Brakes recalls for the 2010 Ford Explorer
No safety recalls on record for this model year.
Brakes complaints by Explorer model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many brake complaints does NHTSA list for the 2010 Ford Explorer?
- NHTSA lists 16 brake complaints for the 2010 Ford Explorer, which is 14% of the 113 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2010 Ford Explorer?
- No related recalls are listed in the data for this brake issue on the 2010 Ford Explorer.
- Did the 2010 Ford Explorer brake complaints involve crashes or injuries?
- Yes, the 16 brake complaints report 5 crashes and 2 injuries, with a median mileage at failure of 36,500.
- At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2010 Ford Explorer?
- The median mileage at failure reported in these complaints is 36,500.