Two problems related to seats have been reported for the 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac based on all problems reported for the 2010 Explorer Sport Trac.
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 “remove object pass seat” 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 because it is occurring at the same time as warnings involving the passenger occupant/airbag system. I am concerned that the seat locking problem and passenger occupant classification/airbag system problem may be related. I am also aware that certain 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac vehicles were subject to NHTSA recall 10v-161 / Ford recall 10c11 involving front seat recliner mechanisms, and I would like this vehicle investigated to determine whether this defect or a related seat/restraint-system defect is involved. The vehicle currently has approximately 151,667 miles. No collision caused these symptoms. The passenger seat is not being used because it cannot be relied upon to remain securely locked.
Purchased vehicle 09/03/2010. Driver and front passenger head rests are angled forward causing head to be titled forward and downward. Causing severe neck and back pain. No replacements found. Ford motor company emailed.