2010 Ford F-150 Automatic Transmission Problems
- 16
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 16 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- failure mileage · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 15 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission
There is a rattle noise when driving 35-75 mph from the transmission when under load. -2010 f-150 4x4 supercrew. *js
ODI 10455937
Automatic Transmission
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford f-150. The contact stated the unoccupied vehicle began to roll while parked on a level surface and crashed into a wooden fence. A police report was filed. The vehicle sustained minor damage to the front end and was towed to an authorized dealer where it was currently being diagnosed and repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 20,000. Updated 11/04/11*lj updated 11/14/11 *bf…
Crash reported
ODI 10430455
Automatic Transmission
My family and i were driving interstate 81 in virginia on 8/13/2011. We were driving in the staunton, va area at approximately 70 mph where the rear wheels on my 2010 f-150 immediately locked up. I had the vehicle towed to a local ford dealership, and with the help of ford techs, they feel the issue was the transmission immediately dropped from 6th gear down to 1st gear. Fortunately the road was dry and i gained…
ODI 10419749
Automatic Transmission
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford f-150. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, both rear tires seized. As a result, the vehicle jerked and skidded on the road. The vehicle also stalled, but later restarted. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the diagnostic test indicated that the transmission placed the vehicle into two gears simutamelously. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The…
ODI 10418586
Automatic Transmission
Started vehicle in park, on flat ground inside of garage, emergency brake applied, exited vehicle, left drivers door open, walked to passenger side, opened the door, heard a pop sound, vehicle began going in reverse, drug door down garage wall, door caught, got folded back to front panel, hole the size of door clear through the garage wall, broke garage door framing, tried to jump into truck to stop it, when door…
Crash reported
ODI 10392433
Automatic Transmission
I purchased this truck new december 2010. Its first problem was that on three separate occasions it stalled and died approaching a red light. I took it in and the tech reprogrammed the engine. I didn't have a problem for a month until today. Todays problem scared the crap put of me. I was cruising down the road at 70 mph when my truck shifted down from 6th gear to 1st. I fish tailed and almost lost it.i was going…
ODI 10386637
Automatic Transmission
The transmission slips in and out of gear "slamming" the vehicle and causing the vehicle to swerve out of control in certain situations. *tr
ODI 10402276
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 ford f-150. While driving approximately 72 mph, the vehicle jerked and began to fishtail. The contact realized that the wheels were locked so he shifted into neutral and allowed the vehicle it to roll to a stop. The contact shut the vehicle off and when it was restarted, it would not shift into gear. After repeated restarts, the vehicle was able to be shifted and was taken to an authorized…
ODI 10371014
Automatic Transmission
2010 ford f-150 6 speed auto transmission shifts hard and shudders when shifting between 1st and second and downshifting between 2nd and 1st. Often times so hard it chips the tires. On wet roads this will cause you to lose control. Transmission also shutter at 30 mph. Ford claims this is normal operation of this transmission. There is no fix for the problem. Transmission is in 09-11 f150 and expeditions. *tr
ODI 10371869
Automatic Transmission
2010 f150 erratic and hard down shifting. In stop and go traffic vehicle often lurches forward. Eventually will cause minor crashes unless one drives with extreme care. Ford blogs are full of similar complaints, yet dealer says there are no problems. *tr
ODI 10365350
Automatic Transmission
My 2010 ford f-150 transmission "slams" between gears. Ford is aware of this problem but alleges that it cannot do anything until the software issue is repaired. The transmission slams between gears, at times the [redacted] seems to engage when going around a corner. This issue concerns me as if the [redacted] locks up i could either lose steering control or stop dead in the middle of the road. Ford is not concerned…
ODI 10396983
Automatic Transmission
2010 ford f-150 supercrew develops a significant shutter/vibration in the transmission when the vehicle is at 1100 rpm and speed is 30 - 36 mph. Ford dealership replaced the torque converter at 8000 miles, vehicle now has 16,000 miles and the same issue is occurring. Dealer verified that torque converter is the issue. Dealer contacted ford, and ford states," do not replace the torque converter and that at the…
ODI 10358091
Automatic Transmission
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford f-150. The contact stated that while driving 5 mph the vehicle jerked forward and began to vibrate. The failure recurred on an intermittent basis while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to a dealer on two occasions where they were unable to diagnose the failure. The computer system within the vehicle was repaired, but the failure continued. The vehicle was not taken…
ODI 10410178
Automatic Transmission · Steering
A) 03.15.2010. Ford f150 platinum extended cab. Steering is extremely stiff/spongy/hard to turn off-center. Must constantly fight side winds and road crowns. As if only 10% power assisted. Dangerous as required constant attention to steering. Others who have driven it comment the same and will not drive truck again. Dealer claims it's "normal" for all ford f150's with no correction. Dangerous as when transferring to…
ODI 10336730
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 ford f-150. While sitting on a hill, the vehicle rolled backwards. After rolling more than one foot down the hill, the engine stalled so the contact applied the brakes, shifted into park and restarted the vehicle. The problem had not occurred before. The vehicle was taken to the dealership but no repairs were performed. The current mileage was approximately 3,000. The failure mileage was…
ODI 10322614
Automatic Transmission
I have a 5.4l engine with a six speed transmission in my 2010 ford f150. It lags in acceleration between 1st and 2nd gear shifts,has done this since the day i bought it new,it has presently 7,000kms on it . *tr
ODI 10324409