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2007 Ford F-150Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 625 owners and 7 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·checked October 21, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026

Complaints
625
Crashes
51
Fires
16
Recalls
7
TSBs
32
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Preliminary Verdict

Red Flag

Based on 625 complaints, 51 crashes, 16 fires, and 7 recalls.

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Top reported problems

1

engine knocking

55 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
2

spark plug failure ejection

24 complaints • Severity 8.9/10

$X,XXX
3

paint blistering cracking peeling

11 complaints • Severity 5.6/10

$X,XXX
4

transmission fault planetary gear failure

11 complaints • Severity 8.9/10

$X,XXX
5

engine failure

9 complaints • Severity 9.6/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the EngineHIGH

135 owners reported engine issues — failures commonly reported around 61K miles.

!Inspect the Fuel SystemMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

154
0–30K
119
30–60K
108
60–90K
76
90–120K
47
120–150K
50
150K+

Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (154 reports) • Median: 61K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Engine (135 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

Questions, test drive checks, walk-away triggers

Negotiation Talking Points

Data-backed dollar deductions

Buy / Skip Verdict

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Where the complaints fall

Engine135 (22%)
Fuel System50 (8%)
Speed Control49 (8%)
Drivetrain46 (7%)
Wheels & Tires43 (7%)
Brakes36 (6%)
Electrical35 (6%)
Steering25 (4%)

2007 Ford F-150: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 22% of all reports filed for the 2007 Ford F-150, with 135 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 60,511 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 61K-mile mark.

Fuel System Issues

Fuel System complaints account for 8% of all reports filed for the 2007 Ford F-150, with 50 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to fuel system-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Speed Control Issues

Speed Control complaints account for 8% of all reports filed for the 2007 Ford F-150, with 49 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to speed control-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 7% of all reports filed for the 2007 Ford F-150, with 46 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

50
07
59
08
39
09
46
10
49
11
43
12
39
13
86
14
48
15
38
16
30
17
25
18
23
19
11
20
8
21
7
22
6
23
13
24
2
25
3
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2007 Ford F-150. Recent trend: increasing.

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Recall History (7 recalls)

07E066000Sep 2007

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

CERTAIN CEQUENT 90 DEGREE 7-WAY RIGHT ANGLE ADAPTORS SOLD BY DISTRIBUTORS IN TOW PACKAGES FOR AFTERMARKET SALES TO TOW 5TH WHEEL RV TRAVEL TRAILERS. DUE TO INCORRECT WIRING OF THE HARNESS, THE TRAILER LIGHTS MAY NOT OPERATE PROPERLY.

07E075000Nov 2007

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

CERTAIN EAGLE EYES HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES, P/NOS. FR390-B001L AND FR390-B001R, SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE THICKNESS IS UNSTABLE INHIBITING THE PERFORMANCE OF THE UPPER AND LOWER BEAMS WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM TO THE PHOTOMETRIC REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

07E080000Dec 2007

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

CERTAIN HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES IMPORTED AND SOLD AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT BY SONAR AUTO PARTS FOR USE ON 2004-2007 FORD F150 PICKUP TRUCKS. DURING PRODUCTION, THE HEADLAMPS WERE INTERNALLY MISALIGNED AND THEY FAIL THE PHOTOMETRY REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

07E089000Nov 2007

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

CERTAIN SPYDER HEADLAMP REPLACEMENT ASSEMBLIES SOLD FOR USE ON 2004 THROUGH 2007 FORD F150 PICKUP TRUCKS. DURING PRODUCTION, THE HEADLAMPS WERE INTERNALLY MISALIGNED AND THEY FAIL THE PHOTOMETRY REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

07V278000Jun 2007

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS BUILT WITH 26 GALLON FUEL TANKS, THE FUEL TANK MAY HAVE A DEPRESSION AT THE SEAM BETWEEN THE TOP AND BOTTOM HALVES OF THE TANK (NOT VISIBLE FROM OUTSIDE THE FUEL TANK). IF A DEPRESSION IS LARGE ENOUGH, FUEL MAY PERMEATE THE FUEL TANK WALL RESULTING IN A FUEL ODOR, OR A "SERVICE ENGINE SOON" INDICATOR LIGHT.

+ 2 more recalls in the full report

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

The full report rates each recall's severity and gives you scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.

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NHTSA Defect Investigations (1)

All closed. Investigations are how NHTSA decides whether a defect needs a recall.

PE08060ClosedOpened Oct 2008 · closed Apr 2009

TIRE VALVE CRACKING

TIRES:VALVE

The worst model year for the Ford F-150 is the 2018 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is engine.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 625 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 7 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated (checked October 21, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 19, 2026.

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2007 Ford F-150: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2007 Ford F-150?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2007 Ford F-150 is related to the engine, with 135 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2007 Ford F-150 reliable?
The 2007 Ford F-150 has 625 complaints, 51 crash reports, and 16 fire reports filed with NHTSA. The full report analyzes whether these numbers indicate real risk or are proportional to the vehicle’s popularity.
How much does it cost to fix 2007 Ford F-150 problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2007 Ford F-150 have any recalls?
Yes, the 2007 Ford F-150 has 7 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Ford F-150 problems start?
Based on 554 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 60,511 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2007 Ford F-150 data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 21, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 19, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins. Its numbers last changed on October 4, 2026.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
How is this different from free NHTSA data?
NHTSA gives you raw complaint text. BumperScan cross-references 2.1M+ complaints with community repair cost data, EPA fuel data, and recall records — then uses AI to synthesize it into actionable advice with dollar figures.
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