2010 Ford F-150 MPG
Across its 6 EPA-rated versions, the 2010 Ford F-150 returns 14–15 mpg city, 18–21 highway and 15–17 combined.
The most efficient pairs the 4.6-liter 8-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive, at 17 mpg combined. The thirstiest version uses the 5.4-liter 8-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and four-wheel drive and is rated 15 mpg combined. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2009 model.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F150 Pickup 2WD | 4.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | Regular · 523 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Pickup 2WD FFV | 5.4 L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 20 | 16 | Gasoline or E85 · 555 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Pickup 2WD | 4.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 19 | 16 | Regular · 555 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Pickup 4WD | 4.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 18 | 16 | Regular · 555 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Pickup 4WD | 4.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 20 | 16 | Regular · 555 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Pickup 4WD FFV | 5.4 L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 18 | 15 | Gasoline or E85 · 592 g CO₂/mi |
2010 Ford F-150 fuel cost per year
Driving 15,000 miles a year on regular gasoline at the September 2026 U.S. average of $4.36 a gallon, the 2010 Ford F-150 costs about $3,840 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (17 mpg combined), or roughly 26 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (15 mpg combined) comes to about $4,360 a year, $510 more.
This is an estimate from EPA combined mpg and the EIA national average price; your cost depends on how and where you drive and on local prices.
2010 Ford F-150 specs
2010 Ford F-150 buyers could choose between 2 engines, according to EPA records: 4.6 L 8-cyl and 5.4 L 8-cyl. It came with an automatic transmission, in four-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive versions. The EPA classes it as a standard pickup truck.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6 L | 8 | Automatic 6-spd; Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive; 4-Wheel Drive | 4 |
| 5.4 L | 8 | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive; 4-Wheel Drive | 2 |
2010 Ford F-150 problems
Owners have filed 843 complaints about the 2010 Ford F-150 with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.
Electrical system is the most-reported area (15% of component mentions), followed by power train (11%) and engine (9%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 49 complaints a year: more than the 2009 (18 a year) and fewer than the 2011 (136 a year).
That ranks 15th of 17 Ford F-150 model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 843, 23 mention a crash, 35 a fire and 19 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 166 | 15% |
| Power train | 124 | 11% |
| Engine | 107 | 9% |
| Visibility | 107 | 9% |
| Visibility/wiper | 104 | 9% |
| Structure | 93 | 8% |
| Unknown or other | 61 | 5% |
| Steering | 48 | 4% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 44 | 4% |
| Service brakes | 44 | 4% |
| Vehicle speed control | 39 | 3% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 31 | 3% |
| Exterior lighting | 28 | 2% |
| Air bags | 19 | 2% |
| Tires | 19 | 2% |
| Suspension | 16 | 1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 13 | 1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 13 | 1% |
| Wheels | 12 | 1% |
| Seats | 11 | <1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 9 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 8 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 7 | <1% |
| Interior lighting | 4 | <1% |
| Back over prevention | 3 | <1% |
| Equipment | 3 | <1% |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 1 | <1% |
| Diesel fuel system | 1 | <1% |
| Electric service brakes | 1 | <1% |
| Traction control system | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2010 Ford F-150. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. …
engine shout off while in travel. heavy traffic ,crazy driver's. no warning . nothing filed ... tow truck returned truck to home. no light's or warning. repair by owner. still incomplete.
The contact owns a 2010 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal was depressed, and the vehicle started jerking. …
2010 Ford F-150 recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2010 Ford F-150.
The most recent, campaign 11V049000 from February 2011, concerns structure.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | F-150 years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11V049000 | February 1, 2011 | Structure | 2009–2010 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 3 versions of the 2010 Ford F-150, without an overall score.
These ratings use NHTSA's pre-2011 test method, so they can't be compared with stars for 2011 and later models.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super Crew 4-door with side air bags | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★☆☆ |
| Supercab with side air bags | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★☆☆ |
| Regular Cab with side air bags | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★☆☆ |
Crash-test photos: NHTSA (public domain). NHTSA can reuse a test for later model years of the same design.
Compared with other years
Complaints per year on sale divide each model year's NHTSA complaints by the years since it went on sale, so older and newer Ford F-150s can be compared fairly. Among other 2010 models in the EPA's standard pickup trucks class, the 2010 Chevy Silverado 1500 (18 mpg) and 2010 Ram 1500 (16 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 16 | 369 | 19 | 1 |
| 2009 | 17 | 324 | 18 | 2 |
| 2010 | 17 | 843 | 49 | 1 |
| 2011 | 19 | 2,193 | 136 | 6 |
| 2012 | 19 | 1,784 | 118 | 4 |
| 2013 | 19 | 2,991 | 213 | 3 |
Every Ford F-150 model year compared →
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FAQ
Is the 2010 F-150 a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2010 Ford F-150 has 49 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (15th most of 17 model years), 1 recall campaign and up to 17 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2010 F-150 problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are electrical system (166), power train (124) and engine (107). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2010 F-150 have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign. To see whether a recall is still open on a specific car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2010 F-150 get?
The EPA rates the versions at 15–17 mpg combined (14–15 city, 18–21 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2010 F-150 per year?
About $3,840 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $4,360 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).