2010 Ford E-250 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2010 Ford E-250.

20092011
Complaints
12
Crashes
5
Fires
1
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
11

Worst 2010 Ford E-250 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#12 complaints

Electrical Faults

Crash-related:1
Fires:1
#22 complaints

Suspension Failures

#32 complaints

Unintended Acceleration

Crash-related:2
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2010 Ford E-250.

Electrical Faults
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2010 Ford E-250

11 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~2,605 vehicles.

16V350000Equipment Adaptive/mobility
~2 affected

New England Wheels (New England) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-250, E-350, and 2015 Ford Transit vans equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts by Ricon. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack. Additionally, the lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.

15V779000Equipment Adaptive/mobility
~278 affected

New England Wheels is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-250, and E-350 cargo vans modified to be equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts built by the Ricon Corporation. The affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.

15V763000Equipment Adaptive/mobility
~285 affected

Mobility Specialists, Inc. (Mobility Specialists) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-250, and E-350 vehicles modified to be equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack. Additionally, the affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.

15V729000Equipment Adaptive/mobility
~667 affected

MobilityWorks (WMK Inc.) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-150, E-250, and E-350 vans modified by MobilityWorks to be equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation. The affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.

14V706000Equipment Adaptive/mobility
~34 affected

Cummings Mobility Conversion & Supply (Cummings) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-150, E-250, E-350, Chevrolet Express, 2006-2008 Dodge Sprinter, and 2009-2014 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, and 2013 Ford Transit Connect vehicles manufactured January 1, 2006, to October 8, 2014, equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation after January 1, 2006. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack.

14V641000Equipment Adaptive/mobility
~834 affected

Mobility Works (WMK Inc.) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E150, E250, and E350 vans modified by Mobility Works to be equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack.

14V617000Equipment Adaptive/mobility
~286 affected

New England Wheels (New England) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 E-250, and E-350 vehicles modified by New England to be equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack.

14V584000Equipment Adaptive/mobility
~45 affected

National Van Builders, Inc. (National Van) is recalling certain 2007-2014 Ford E-150 and E-250 vehicles manufactured February 26, 2007, to August 19, 2014, and equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack.

14V426000Fuel System, Other:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
~36 affected

Roush Performance Products, Inc. (Roush) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Ford E-150 Wagons and Cargo Vans, E-250 Cargo Vans and Extended Cargo Vans, E-350 Wagons, Extended Wagons, Cargo Vans, and Extended Vans, and E-450 Cutaway models. These models were modified by Roush to be equipped with certain propane fuel system conversion kits manufactured January 2011 to August 2012 with an aluminum fuel line fitting. Due to a reaction between the different metals, the affected kits may develop a propane leak where the aluminum fuel line fitting contacts the brass supply valve housing.

13V261000Other Equipment
~37 affected

Mobility Works is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Ford E-150, E-250 and E-350 vehicles manufactured August 2006 through August 2012. The vehicles are equipped with certain Ricon S series and K Series wheelchair lifts with an optional armored pendant cable. The armored cable may be positioned such that it does not clear the wheelchair lift.

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2010 Ford E-250 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2010 Ford E-250 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2010 Ford E-250 has 12 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 11 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 2 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2010 Ford E-250?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (2 complaints); Suspension Failures (2 complaints); Unintended Acceleration (2 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
How safe is the 2010 Ford E-250?
NHTSA complaints for the 2010 Ford E-250 include 5 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2010 Ford E-250 have any recalls?
Yes — 11 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 2,605 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2010 Ford E-250?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Ford E-250 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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