2010 Ford F 250 Supercab
Common Problems
Ranked from 74 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
8 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Front End Death Wobble at Highway Speeds
36complaintsSafety riskSteeringViolent shaking of the front wheels and steering at highway speeds, especially after hitting bumps or road transitions, causing loss of control and requiring immediate slowing down.
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Diesel Engine Power Loss During DPF Regeneration
9complaintsSafety riskEngineThe diesel engine experiences sudden power loss during Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) cleaning cycles, causing unsafe driving conditions, especially during critical maneuvers.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 3
Fuel System Failure Leading to Power Loss
8complaintsSafety riskFuel systemVehicle loses power while driving, often displaying a 'Service Vehicle Soon' message, due to a faulty high-pressure fuel pump.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 4
Radiator hose and radiator leaks coolant
7complaintsMedium severityEngineRadiator hoses and radiators leak coolant, requiring frequent refills and eventual replacement due to cracking or failure at the connection points.
$400–$1,000est. radiator replacement · 2–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 5
Electrical System Failure Including Battery and Ignition Issues
6complaintsMedium severityElectricalBattery failure and ignition key issues, including key getting stuck and loss of electrical power.
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Suspension Vibration After Hitting Bumps
4complaintsMedium severitySuspensionViolent vibration and loss of control after hitting bumps or road irregularities at highway speeds.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 7
Tire tread separation and vibration issues with Continental ContiTrac tires
4complaintsSafety riskOtherFront tires experience tread separation or vibration issues, particularly at highway speeds, requiring replacement due to safety concerns.
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Engine coolant odor and exhaust fumes entering the cabin
3complaintsMedium severityEngineUnpleasant coolant odor or exhaust fumes enter the cabin, causing discomfort and health concerns for occupants.
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.