2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac recalls and problems

The 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac has 1 safety recall and 31 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer.

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Injuries / deaths

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Recalls may cover only some 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac recalls

Recall 10V-161: Seats

Reported Apr 20, 2010 · 33,256 vehicles affected · FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Problem: 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.

Risk: In the event of a crash, the seatback and head restraint may move rearward, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will replace the manual recliners for both power and manual seats free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before april 30, 2010. Owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.

2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	7
Engine and Engine Cooling	4
Seats	4
Air Bags	4
Structure	3
Wheels	3
Vehicle Speed Control	2
Electrical System	2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	2
Service Brakes	2
Engine	2
Steering	1

Most reported parts

Structure › Body — 2
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
Seats › Front Assembly › Power Adjust — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 30,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Air Bags · reported Sep 14, 2026

Passenger Seat / Airbag Safety Concern The front passenger seat does not reliably lock into position and can move while the vehicle is being driven. The vehicle also displays âREMOVE OBJECT PASS SEATâ even when the passenger seat is completely empty and there are no objects on, underneath, or around the seat. The airbag/SRS warning light is also illuminated. We have thoroughly checked the passenger seat and surrounding area for objects, but the warning remains. The passenger seat's failure to remain securely locked while the vehicle is moving is a serious safety concern, particularly…

Engine · reported Apr 20, 2024

My vehicle's engine has on a number of occasions simply quit running. The engine has died while underway, and also when resuming from a stop. It will or has to this point cranked without problems each time this has happened. I've just been fortunate it hasn't quit while I'm in a driving situation that involves another vehicle in the position to crash into me as I'm restarting the engine. There is not a particular situation I can point to where it does this more. The engine has less than 120K miles and maintence is routine. OBD by certified mechanics has not shown any defective readings. I've…

Power Train · reported Jan 8, 2024

The key gets stuck in the ignition when gear selector is placed in park. This issue is due to the Gear Shift Assembly - Ford (9L2Z-7210-BB) malfunctioning.

Seats · at 150,000 miles · reported Sep 24, 2021

The contact owns a 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. The contact stated that the driver seat track had become defective causing the seat to move back and forth while driving. The contact had the seat track replaced by an independent mechanic; however, the failure returned soon after repair. The contact then took the vehicle to a local dealer where he was given an estimate for the repair of another seat track. The dealer also informed him that they could not guarantee that the repair would fix the failure. The contact was then referred to NHTSA for assistance. The manufacturer was not notified of…

Air Bags · reported Feb 12, 2021

When the brakes are engaged, that accelerator also engages causing the vehicle to not stop. Which caused a serious wreck. This has been checked out by the ford dealer on multiple occasions. Several others have also reported this issue. Truck is totaled and airbags did not deploy with direct front end impact.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac: 10V-161 (seats). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?

Owners report power train problems most often (7 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 30,000 miles.

Are Ford recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ford dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.