2010 Ford F-150 Technical Service Bulletins

80 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2010 Ford F-150. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 11029052Feb 24, 2026Body and structure, Electrical system, Other or unknown. Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless entry keypad systems may or may not come with a wallet card containing the master code. Unlike the integrated wired keypad, the accessory wireless keypad master code cannot be retrieved from the vehicle using a diagnostic scan tool or from the label printed on the body control module (BCM).
• 11005305Jul 24, 2024Wheels. This article supersedes TSB 22-2219 to update the Parts List and Service Procedure to clarify applicable steps by vehicle application. Some 2003-2020 Expedition/Navigator and 2006-2020 F-150 (non-Raptor) vehicles equipped with 4WD may exhibit grinding/clicking/ratcheting noise from the front wheel area. This may be due to partial engagement of the integrated wheel ends (IWE).
• 10254138Apr 24, 2024Equipment. All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during initial delivery. Unlike the integrated (wired) factory keypad, the accessory keypad master code cannot be retrieved from the vehicle using a diagnostic scan tool. If the wallet…
• 10235153Apr 4, 2023Body and structure. For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. It is also not recommended to order a replacement module using a vehicle identification number (VIN) from a different vehicle. Most modules on these affected vehicles are VIN/vehicle specific and hardware variations between modules do exist.
• 10214754Jun 21, 2022Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2003-2020 Expedition/Navigator and 2006-2020 F-150 (non-Raptor) vehicles equipped with 4WD may exhibit grinding/clicking/ratcheting noise from the front wheel area. This may be due to partial engagement of the integrated wheel ends (IWE). To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to remove and cap the vacuum supply line or to reprogram the transfer case control module (TCCM) and replace any worn…
• 10181917Oct 16, 2020Wheels, Equipment, Electrical system. Some 2003-2020 Expedition/Navigator and 2006-2020 F-150 vehicles equipped with TOD transfer cases may exhibit grinding/clicking/ratcheting noise from the front wheel area. This may be due to partial engagement of the integrated wheel ends (IWE). To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure steps to remove and cap the vacuum supply line.
• 10177863Jul 13, 2020Body and structure. This article supersedes TSB 19-2026 to update the vehicle model years affected. Some 2000 and newer Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended.
• 10172885Feb 7, 2020Engine cooling. This SKU is an Oil Dipstick. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the dipstick tube. The dipstick tube inner diameter may be small enough that it prevents installation of the OE dipstick.
• 10164508Aug 9, 2019Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Some 2010-2020 vehicles may exhibit distorted glass with a subtle orange peel pattern or streaking etched into the surface. This is caused by hydrofluoric acid which is used in some car wash solutions as a cleaning agent. Hydrofluoric acid can attack the glass and cause visual distortion and/or discoloration on the outer surface which cannot be removed by further cleaning. If this type of distortion is found…
• 10163573Jul 2, 2019Electrical system, Equipment. Some 2009-2017 Expedition/Navigator, 2009-2014 F-150/Mustang, 2008-2009 Sable, 2008-2019 Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2013-2019 Police Interceptor Sedan/Utility, and 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles may exhibit inoperative or intermittent HVAC blower motor function at various fan speed settings. This may be due to a poor electrical connection at the blower motor speed control.
• 10160931May 10, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission it is imperative that the converter pilot hub be greased with Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XL-5-A even if grease was not applied from the factory. Also verify that the engine/transmission alignment dowel pins are present as well as the engine crankshaft dowel pin, if equipped, when installing the transmission. Failure to adequately lubricate the converter…
• 10156877Feb 7, 2019Electrical system, Engine cooling, Equipment. Some 2009-2017 Expedition/Navigator, 2009-2014 F-150/Mustang, 2008-2009 Sable, 2008-2019 Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2013-2019 Police Interceptor Sedan/Utility, and 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles may exhibit inoperative or intermittent HVAC blower motor function at various fan speed settings. This may be due to a poor electrical connection at the blower motor speed control.
• 10156863Feb 7, 2019Body and structure, Equipment. Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition
• 10155565Feb 7, 2019Electrical system, Equipment. Some 2009-2017 Expedition/Navigator, 2009-2014 F-150/Mustang, 2008-2009 Sable, 2008-2019 Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2013-2019 Police Interceptor Sedan/Utility, and 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles may exhibit inoperative or intermittent HVAC blower motor function at various fan speed settings. This may be due to a poor electrical connection at the blower motor speed control.
• 10155551Feb 7, 2019Body and structure. Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition
• 10143079Jun 1, 2018Equipment, Engine. Various vehicles equipped with a 4.6L, 5.4L, 6.8L modular 3 valve engine built on or before 8-Jan-2016 may exhibit symptoms that may include upper end engine noise, rough running, misfire and/or engine damage. If diagnosis leads to only camshaft/camshaft roller follower(s) requiring replacement, replace all of the camshaft roller followers on both banks/cylinder heads with part number 3L3Z-6564-A, not just the…
• 10137113Mar 30, 2018Equipment. Replacing the original equipment SYNC/Navigation system with either an aftermarket SYNC/Navigation kit or modifying original SYNC/Navigation parts to provide additional features is not recommended nor supported on any Ford, Mercury or Lincoln vehicle. Only approved Genuine Ford accessories or originally installed systems are supported and certified to function correctly with other vehicle systems.
• 10136597Feb 14, 2018Equipment. 2010-2018 various vehicles equipped with SYNC or SYNC 3 may not function when attempting to find or use the Spotify app via AppLink. As of an update released on 1/15/2018 Spotify will no longer be supporting their AppLink integration. No repair attempts should be attempted to correct this concern.
• 10140323Jan 10, 2018Equipment. The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer - Parts and Service - Parts Product Line Information - Keys/Entry Devices - Aftermarket Keyless Entry Keypad Code Access.
• 10138524Jan 10, 2018Equipment. The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer - Parts and Service - Parts Product Line Information - Keys/Entry Devices - Aftermarket Keyless Entry Keypad Code Access.
• 10127405Nov 2, 2017Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Some vehicles may exhibit a no start condition with an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and a DTC P161A after PCM replacement. This may be due to the parameter reset procedure not being properly completed. To clear this DTC, use the Ford Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) service tool or Ford J2534 Diagnostic Software, select - Toolbox - Body - Security - PATS Functions - Parameter Reset. Follow the…
• 10099463Mar 14, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. 2009-2017 vehicles equipped with a 6r80, 6r100, 6r140 automatic transmission have an updated main control valve body overhaul procedure. Refer to workshop manual (wsm), section 307-01 for main control valve body (7a100) overhaul procedures. Not all valve bodies require replacement. Inspect the valve body bores, springs and valves as directed during diagnosis and repair.
• 10109070Sep 21, 2016Engine cooling, Engine. The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading these PIDs and cannot display quickly enough to validate a concern. The PCM automatically monitors these inputs more accurately and will set diagnostic trouble codes…
• 10092370Aug 16, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2004-2014 f-150 and 2006-2008 mark lt vehicles equipped with four-wheel drive (4wd) may exhibit noisy or engaged front hubs when operating in two-wheel drive (2wd) mode. Follow the service procedure steps to correct the condition.
• 10091441Jul 26, 2016Equipment, Body and structure. Some 2009-2014 f-150 vehicles that require replacement of the lower rocker panel and/or cab corners no longer need the entire door frame/opening panel (211a10/1) replaced. A new lower level service rocker patch panel(211a80/1) is now available to order.
• 10091204Jul 12, 2016Seats. Some 2009-2010 f-150 and 2011-2016 explorer vehicles may have a seat cushion cover that appears loose near the front of the seat. This may be caused by the seat cushion cover j-retainer becoming disengaged from the seat cushion pan flange. Follow the service procedure steps to correct the condition.
• 10204989Apr 1, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. Online automotive service information system for April 2016-AM/FM/CD or sync with a 4.2 inch screen may exhibit a blank screen and no a;udio after a crank event.
• 10204997Mar 1, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. 4R75E Transmission - Grinding/Whine/Vibration/Gear Slippage - Serrvice Kit available
• 10075262Mar 1, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. 4R75E TRANSMISSION - GRINDING/WHINE/VIBRATION/GEAR SLIPPAGE - SERVICE KIT AVAILABLE ISSUE A service kit has been released to assist with proper repair of the 4R75E transmission in 2008 Mark LT, 2008-2010 F-150, 2008-2010 / 2013-2014 E-Series, 2008-2011 Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis and Town Car vehicles that exhibit a grinding, whine-type noise, vibration and/or gear slippage while driving, or a loss of reverse…
• 10074713Sep 2, 2015Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10058236Jul 24, 2015Suspension. Ford f-150 2009-2012 : some trucks with a 9.75 traction lok rear axle assembly may exhibit, during tight slow turns, vibration, chatter or a shudder.
• 10057834Jul 1, 2015Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Ford: no service action is recommended for this condition. Please use at your discretion. Various 2010-2015 vehicles may experience a turbulence noise, similar to an helicopter noise, at highway speeds when the rear door window(s) or sunroof are open.
• 10058199Mar 1, 2015Suspension. Ford 2009-2014 f150: service information regarding , damaged 4x4 front pinion bearing damage is noted during the repair of the front axle on 2009-2014 f150 vehicles units operated in severe cold climates.
• 10056701Aug 21, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Ford/lincoln/mercury: failure of planetary gear assembly is due to transmission, on certain vehicles, exhibiting grinding, gear slippage, whine type noise, vibration, while driving or loss of reverse.
• 10056749Aug 1, 2014Equipment. Ford/lincoln: there will be 2 new piece receiver dryer desiccant bag that will replace 1 piece receiver dry cartridge, which are interchangable, fully, do not affect form, fit, or function. Model 2011-14 f-super duty, 2009-14 f150, 2007-14 expedition/navigator.
• 10056148May 30, 2014Engine. Lincoln/ford: when driving from idle up to 1200 rpm, there may be an intermittent rattle noise coming from engine. 2004-2013 f-150, f-250, f-350, expedition, mark lt, navigator.
• 10056191May 1, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Ford/lincoln/mercury: the indicator may illuminate overdrive off and/or slipping in 3rd or no 4th gear, due to direct clutch failure and diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0733 and/or p0734. Model 2008-2013 mark lt, f-150, crown victoria, grand marquis, town car, e series.
• 10056170May 1, 2014Seats. Lincoln/ford: on some vehicles and trucks, there is a popping, squealing, binding or grinding noise come from power seats when moving backwards or forward. Model 2009-2015 f-150, taurus, flex, mkt, mks, f-super duty, explorer.
• 10056338Apr 24, 2014Engine, Electrical system. Ford/lincoln: some trucks are experiencing diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) p2270 or p2272, malfunction indicator lamp (mil) comes on. Model 2010-2011 ranger, 2010-2012 e series, expedition, f-150, f-super duty, navigator.
• 10055783Apr 7, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Lincoln/mercury/ford: there is fluid leaking around the transmission bulkhead connector sleeve, from the transmission. Model 2009-10 expedition, explorer, explorer sport trac, f-150, navigator, mountaineer.
• 10055638Feb 1, 2014Suspension. Ford: on some trucks, there is noise (chirp, clunk, boom) coming from right front rear shock absorber, when traveling over sharp, small bumps (potholes, frost heaves or expansion joints, and more apparent during cold temperatures. Model 2010-2014 f-150.
• 10054920Jan 15, 2014Engine cooling. Ford: some trucks will experience a no or hard start condition if weather is below -15 celsius, 0 fahrenheit. Model 2011-2014 f-150.
• 10055041Jan 1, 2014Equipment. Ford: while repairing the front axle, damage to pinion bearing is noted after operating in severe cold climates. Model 2009-2014 f-150.
• 10055029Jan 1, 2014Suspension. Ford: on some vehicles, fluid is present on shock absorber shaft to body interface or there is wetness at rear reservoir snap ring and no replacement should occur, since shock weepage is normal. Model 2010-2014 f-150 raptor.
• 10054547Nov 1, 2013Equipment. Ford: the torca*clamp, that secures two catalyst pipes, requires replacement due to repeated stretching and no longer provide necessary clamping force sealing exhaust joint. Model 2010-2014 f-150.
• 10054546Nov 1, 2013Suspension. Ford: the shock absorber has fluid or wetness at rear reservoir snap ring and weepage or leakage is normal and will not have a detrimental effect to lift of shock absorbers or suspension. Model 2010-2013 f-150.
• 10053458Jun 1, 2013Brakes. Ford: on some vehicles, during a programmable module installation (pmi) of anti lock brake (abs) module an ids error message appears, if ids session started with new abs module connect. Models 2010-2013 f-150.
• 10053447Jun 1, 2013Wheels. Ford: there is a noise coming from the front hub integrated wheel end (iwe) areas and when shifted into 4x4 mode, the noise will cease. Models 2008-2013 f-150, expedition, navigator, mark lt.
• 10053429Jun 1, 2013Body and structure, Latches, locks and linkages. Ford: on some vehicles, the outside door handles needs to be pulled at least twice before opening. Models 2010-2013 f150, mustang.
• 10053423Jun 1, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Ford: a power sliding rear window, on some vehicles, may experience a possible inoperative rear window defrost. Models 2010-2013 f-150.

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