2009 Ford Flex vs 2010 Ford Flex
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 Ford Flex | 2010 Ford Flex |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 181 | 139 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 24 | 37 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 18–20 |
| Median reported mileage | 65,000 mi | 72,997 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Flex | Ford Flex |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 36 | 30 |
| Steering | 18 | 32 |
| Electrical System | 32 | 13 |
| Power Train | 23 | 12 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 15 | 12 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 17 | 8 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 16 | 9 |
| Service Brakes | 14 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 19 | 18 |
| Loss of power | 11 | 8 |
| Overheating | 10 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 6 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 5 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
2009 Ford Flex
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.