2010 Ford F-250 Engine Problems
Engine complaints account for 23 of 105 total complaints on the 2010 Ford F-250, or 22% of all filings for the year. Median mileage at failure was 45,400 miles. NHTSA lists no related recalls for this engine issue.
- Engine complaints
- 23
- 22% of 105
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 45,400 mi
- Related recalls
- 0
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Exhaust manifold studs pop loose, letting fumes leak into the cabin and creating a possible exhaust system failure while driving.
- Rear main seal leaks were reported on a nearly new truck, with owners describing the leak as severe and a fire concern.
- Radiators fail repeatedly due to a water pump housing machining defect, with some owners replacing the radiator multiple times as mileage climbed.
- The diesel particulate filter cleaning cycle triggers unexpectedly and cuts engine boost and power during driving, including while crossing intersections in traffic.
- Owners report the truck stalling or dying unexpectedly and, in some cases, failing to restart, with dealers unable to find a cause.
- A persistent foul odor in the cabin was reported that dealers could not trace to a specific source.
When 2010 Ford F-250 engine complaints were filed
First complaint Aug 26, 2010, latest Feb 18, 2021.
Engine recalls for the 2010 Ford F-250
No safety recalls on record for this model year.
Engine complaints by F-250 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How common are engine problems in the 2010 Ford F-250?
- NHTSA lists 23 engine complaints for the 2010 F-250, which is 22% of the 105 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2010 Ford F-250 engine?
- No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to these engine complaints for the 2010 F-250.
- At what mileage do 2010 F-250 engine problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure for engine complaints on the 2010 F-250 is 45,400 miles.
- What kinds of engine failures do owners report on the 2010 F-250?
- Owners describe exhaust manifold stud failures, rear main seal leaks, repeated radiator failures, unexpected loss of power during DPF cleaning cycles, and stalling issues.
- Were there any fires linked to engine problems in the 2010 F-250?
- NHTSA data shows 1 fire among the 23 engine complaints for the 2010 F-250, with 0 crashes and 0 injuries reported.