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2010 Ford F 350 Recalls, Issues & Maintenance

The 2010 Ford F 350 carries 1 open NHTSA recall — most recently covering equipment. Owners report 6 recurring issue clusters, led by “Tire tread separation and blowout.” Ford uses the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor (IOLM) to determine when oil changes are due based on actual driving load — not just mileage. Ford's published cap is 10,000 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. The schedule below reflects Ford's Normal service intervals; F-Series trucks and Super Duty have additional towing-specific items.

1 Open Recall

Source: NHTSA

EQUIPMENT

Campaign #14V498000 · Aug 13, 2014

Issue: PJ's Truck Bodies & Equipment Co., (PJ's) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty chassis modified by PJ's and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.

Risk: The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.

Fix: PJ's has notified owners and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began on August 28, 2014. Owners may contact PJ's customer service at 1-866-475-8782.

Recall data refreshed Sep 6, 2026.

Known issues for this vehicle

What drivers and federal regulators have officially reported about the 2010 Ford F 350.

Reported to NHTSA

Tire tread separation and blowout

TIRES

3 NHTSA complaints · 2014-02 → 2018-12

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD F-350 EQUIPPED WITH BF GOODRICH RUGGED TERRAIN T/A TIRES, SIZE: LT275/65R20 126/123R (NA). WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE REAR PASSENGER TIRE BLEW OUT AND THE TREAD SEPARATED”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11160368
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD F-350 SD EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL CONTI TRAC AS TIRES, SIZE: LT275/70/18 (NA). WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, A LOUD NOISE EMITTED OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE AND THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRE EXPLODED”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10749347
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD E-350 EQUIPPED WITH MICHELIN MIC TIRES, LINE: LTXM-SLT AND SIZE: 225-75-R16. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TIRES BECAME WORN PREMATURELY AND EXHIBITED TREAD AND BELT SEPARATION”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10563671

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Wheel rim cracking

WHEELS

3 NHTSA complaints · 2012-07 → 2016-12

“I HAVE NOW FOUND THE 2ND RIM IN 3 WEEKS WITH A CRACK IN THE RIM. AFTER LOOKING ONLINE I HAVE FOUND SEVERAL FORUMS WITH NUMEROUS PEOPLE STATING THEY'VE HAD THE SAME ISSUE”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10929853
“THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE RIM HAS AN APPROXIMATE 5" CRACK THAT RUNS PARALLEL TO THE BEAD BETWEEN SPOKES”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10522760
“WHILE ON AN EXTENDED TRIP, TIRES WERE CHECKED EACH DAY (80 PSI). MID-DAY THE LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR SOUNDED ON CONSOLE. RIGHT REAR TIRE INDICATED 60 PSI”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10468102

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Front-end death wobble at highway speed

STEERING, SUSPENSION

25 NHTSA complaints · 2014-05 → 2023-07

“Truck starts Violently shaking on highway”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11428033
“WAS ON THE FREEWAY DRIVING ABOUT 67 MPH HIT A BUMP IN THE ROAD FRONT END STARTED BOUNCING RAPIDLY UNCONTROLLABLY. I HAD TO ALMOST COME TO AN COMPLETE STOP IN ORDER TO GET IT TO STOP. *TR”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10918118
“THE VEHICLE SHAKES VIOLENTLY WHEN DRIVING OVER AN EVEN ROADWAY. THE SHAKING WILL NOT STOP UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS SLOWED DOWN TO ABOUT 30 MPH. THIS HAS HAPPENED NUMEROUS TIMES”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11344241
“VIOLENT SHACKING OF FRONT END , TRIES TO TAKE ME OFF THE ROAD. HAD IN 4 TIMES FOR THIS ISSUE. REFERED TO ONLINE AS A DEATH WOBBLE. *TR”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11327784
“While on highway, experienced an uncontrolled suspension vibration commonly know as the death wobble. It required me to slow down to 25mph on the highway to stop the uncontrollable vibration. This led to a chaotic situation with cars and trucks around me at the time”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11479740

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Exhaust smoke during acceleration and regeneration

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

3 NHTSA complaints · 2012-02 → 2012-11

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD F-350 SD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 30 MPH, THE CLEAN EXHAUST WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS BLACK SMOKE WAS EMITTED FROM THE EXHAUST PIPE”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10483501
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD F-350 SD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SMOKE WAS EMITTED FROM THE EXHAUST AS THE VEHICLE WENT THROUGH REGENERATION”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10464115
“THE TRUCK HAS BEGUN BLOWING WHITE SMOKE WHILE UNDER ACCELERATION. THIS IS A VERY BLINDING SMOKE”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10446597

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Engine stall and no-start fuel system failure

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

4 NHTSA complaints · 2012-04 → 2016-08

“I WAS DRIVING 75 MPH IN HEAVY TRAFFIC ON INTERSTATE 69 BETWEEN SHEPPARD AND CLEVELAND TEXAS AND THE VEHICLE STALLED AND DIED IN THE INSIDE LANE”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10902967
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD F-350 SD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE CHECK ENGINE AND RANGE WARNING LAMPS”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10465995
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD F-350 SD. WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10746077
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD F-350 SD. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10456875

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Unintended acceleration event

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

3 NHTSA complaints · 2010-05 → 2013-01

“SINCE PURCHASING OUR VEHICLE NEW WE HAVE HAD SEVERAL INCIDENTS OF SUDDEN ACCELERATION”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10490750
“YESTERDAY MAY 12, 2010 MY WIFE EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN ACCELERATION IN OUR 1 MONTH OLD FORD F350 CABELA EDITION”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10330335
“DRIVER'S FACTORY FLOOR MAT "CREEPING" UP OVER THE ACCELERATOR CAUSING THE ACCELERATOR TO STICK DOWN AND THE VEHICLE RACING OUT OF CONTROL”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10363498

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Issues on other model years

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI). Complaint data refreshed Sep 11, 2026. Investigation data refreshed Sep 11, 2026.

We display NHTSA's record with attribution; we don't editorialize on what these complaints mean for any specific vehicle.

Essential maintenance

Critical for safety and preventing major damage

Engine Oil & Filter

Every 7,500 mi

Replace synthetic-blend or full-synthetic Motorcraft oil per the IOLM, or every 7,500-10,000 miles. EcoBoost engines require full synthetic; Coyote 5.0L V8 specifies SAE 5W-30.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$120–$160

Shop

~$85–$115

DIY

~$25–$55

Full synthetic costs more than conventional. 5-quart 0W-20 + filter is the typical bill.

Tire Rotation

Every 10,000 mi

Rotate tires every 10,000 miles, or with every other oil change. F-150 4x4 owners should rotate every 5,000-7,500 miles to even out drivetrain bias wear.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Often free at the shop where you bought the tires — worth asking before paying.

Brake Inspection

Every 10,000 mi

Inspect brake pads, rotors, and brake fluid level every 10,000 miles. Front pads on F-150 and Explorer typically last 40,000-60,000 miles.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Most shops do this free as a courtesy with any service. Don't pay separately if you can avoid it.

Brake Fluid

Every 45,000 mi

Ford specifies brake fluid replacement on an inspection basis, but moisture testing every 3 years is recommended. Replace if reading exceeds 3% water content.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$180–$200

Shop

~$125–$140

DIY

~$10–$25

DOT 3 or 4 — match the cap. Vacuum bleeders make this a one-person DIY.

Important maintenance

Keeps your vehicle running smoothly and efficiently

Engine Air Filter

Every 30,000 mi

Replace the engine air filter every 30,000 miles. EcoBoost turbocharged engines are sensitive to airflow restriction — don't extend.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$60–$95

Shop

~$45–$70

DIY

~$15–$40

5-minute job on most cars; the airbox lid usually has clips, no tools needed.

Automatic Transmission Fluid

Every 150,000 mi

Ford 6R80, 10R80, and 8F transmissions use Mercon LV fluid rated 150,000 miles under normal service. Severe service (towing, plowing) drops this to 60,000 miles.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$330–$500

Shop

~$235–$355

DIY

~$60–$180

Some sealed transmissions have no dipstick — fill is precise and best left to a shop. Many drivers can still DIY drain-and-fill.

Transfer Case Fluid (4WD models)

Every 60,000 mi

F-150 4x4 and Bronco 4x4: replace transfer case fluid every 60,000 miles. Use Motorcraft XL-12 — do not substitute generic transfer case fluid.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$105–$140

Shop

~$75–$100

DIY

~$15–$40

AWD/4WD vehicles only. Easy drain-and-fill on most platforms.

Rear Differential Fluid

Every 100,000 mi

F-Series and Expedition: replace rear axle fluid every 100,000 miles, or 50,000 miles if towing. Limited-slip rear ends require friction-modifier additive.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$150–$195

Shop

~$105–$135

DIY

~$20–$50

Drain plug + fill plug — straightforward DIY. AWD vehicles have two; budget for both.

Spark Plugs

Every 100,000 mi

Iridium spark plugs on Coyote 5.0L, EcoBoost 2.7L/3.5L, and 2.3L are rated 100,000 miles. EcoBoost engines: never exceed the interval — gap erosion causes coil failure.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$285–$390

Shop

~$200–$275

DIY

~$25–$100

Iridium plugs cost more but last 100k+ miles. V6/V8 access varies wildly — some are tough.

Engine Coolant

Every 50,000 mi

Motorcraft Orange (Dex-Cool compatible) coolant: first change at 100,000 miles, then every 50,000. Older trucks with Yellow Motorcraft coolant: 50,000 miles throughout.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$285–$330

Shop

~$200–$235

DIY

~$25–$60

Use the manufacturer-specified coolant — wrong color/chemistry can damage the cooling system.

Recommended maintenance

Extends the life of your vehicle and improves comfort

Cabin Air Filter

Every 20,000 mi

Replace the cabin air filter every 20,000 miles. On F-150, located behind the glove box; on Escape and Explorer, accessed from the passenger footwell.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$60–$95

Shop

~$45–$70

DIY

~$15–$40

Usually behind the glovebox. Shops charge labor for a 10-minute job — easy DIY win.

Fatal crash history & reported problems

Occupant deaths in fatal crashes (FARS)

342 crashes 2010–2024

FARS counts every occupant death in a fatal crash, whatever the cause — it does not mean the vehicle was at fault or defective. Counts are not adjusted for how many of each vehicle are on the road. How to read this number

Owner-reported problem signals

Separate from the federal fatality data above: complaints owners filed with NHTSA about this year and model. These are reports of problems, unverified, and are counted here only as signals.

1

complaints mentioning a crash

2

complaints mentioning a fire

Reviewed known issues for this vehicle·Open recalls for this vehicle

Typical U.S. ranges. Actual quotes vary by shop, parts choice, and vehicle condition.

How we estimate: Dealer = OEM parts × 1.4 + labor × $165/hr. Shop = parts + labor × $115/hr. DIY = parts only.

This maintenance schedule for the 2010 Ford F 350 reflects Ford's published service intervals and the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor system. Your actual service needs may vary based on driving conditions, climate, and vehicle usage. Always consult your owner's manual for model-specific recommendations.

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