Worst 2010 Ford Explorer Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Seat-Related Issues
Engine Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2010 Ford Explorer.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 26 | 3 | — | 89,736 mi | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 17 | — | — | 14,030 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 14 | 1 | — | 76,148 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 14 | 2 | — | 16,474 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 10 | — | — | 49,646 mi | |
| Brakes | 9 | 5 | — | 83,157 mi | |
| Fuel System | 8 | 1 | — | 73,952 mi | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 6 | — | — | 11,881 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 5 | — | — | 41,925 mi | |
| Airbags | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Head Restraint | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Side/Window | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Driveline:Differential Unit | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — |
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2010 Ford Explorer. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Recalls for 2010 Ford Explorer
1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~33,256 vehicles.
FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 FUSION, EXPLORER, EXPLORER SPORT TRAC, AND MERCURY MILAN AND MOUNTAINEER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN DECEMBER 15, 2009 THROUGH FEBRUARY 3, 2010 EQUIPPED WITH FRONT SEAT MANUAL RECLINERS. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 202, "HEAD RESTRAINT." THE RECLINER GEAR PLATE TEETH MAY BE OUT OF DIMENSION SPECIFICATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN LIMITED PAWL TO GEAR PLATE TOOTH ENGAGEMENT.
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2010 Ford Explorer — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2010 Ford Explorer reliable?
What are common problems with the 2010 Ford Explorer?
At what mileage do problems start on the 2010 Ford Explorer?
How safe is the 2010 Ford Explorer?
Does the 2010 Ford Explorer have any recalls?
Should I buy a 2010 Ford Explorer?
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Ford Explorer reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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