2007 Ford F-250 Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2007 Ford F-250.

20062008
Complaints
169
per 10K Sold
2.4
US Sales
691,589
Crashes
5
Fires
1
Injuries
5
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2007 Ford F-250 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#146 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:53,739 mi
Crash-related:1
#229 complaints

Suspension Failures

Avg mileage:43,655 mi
#323 complaints

Suspension:Front

Avg mileage:32,668 mi
Considering a 2007 Ford F-250?

Check the actual VIN — every car is different.

This page shows the model year's reputation. The VIN tells you about this specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer rollbacks. Full report just $4.99 (vs. Carfax $44.99).

Check VIN Free

All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2007 Ford F-250.

Steering Defects
46
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
53,739
Suspension Failures
29
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
43,655
Suspension:Front
23
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
32,668
Engine Problems
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
80,438
Tire Defects
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
45,415
Wheel Issues
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
70,700
Structural Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Diesel
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Diesel Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention:Warnings:External/Pedestrian Alert
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Starter Assembly:Solenoid
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Pump
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

Search Owner Complaints

Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2007 Ford F-250. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Recalls for 2007 Ford F-250

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~26,727 vehicles.

19V238000Seats
~12 affected

Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit Van, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, and 2007 Ford F-250-based shuttle vehicles equipped with Freedman GO-3S foldaway seats. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.

11V352000Exterior Lighting:brake Lights · Exterior Lighting:tail Lights
~26,715 affected

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 RANGER TRUCKS BUILT FROM JANUARY 25, 2011, THROUGH APRIL 25, 2011 AT THE TWIN CITIES ASSEMBLY PLANT, AND SERVICE PARTS DISTRIBUTED TO DEALERS FOR CERTAIN 2004 THROUGH 2011 MODEL YEAR RANGER TRUCKS, 2002 THROUGH 2005 MODEL YEAR EXCURSION VEHICLES, AND 2002 THROUGH 2007 MODEL YEAR F-250, F-350, F-450, AND F-550 TRUCKS FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH WAS SHIPPED WITH A SUBCOMPONENT (SLIDER) THAT MAY EXPERIENCE DEFORMATION. A MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH WITH A DEFORMED SLIDER MAY MALFUNCTION CAUSING THE TURN SIGNAL, TAIL LIGHTS, HAZARD WARNING SIGNAL FLASHERS AND/OR BRAKE LIGHTS NOT TO ACTIVATE.

Other Ford F-250 Years

2007 Ford F-250 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2007 Ford F-250 reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2007 Ford F-250 has 169 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Steering Defects with 46 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2007 Ford F-250?
Top reported problems: Steering Defects (46 complaints, avg 53,739 mi); Suspension Failures (29 complaints, avg 43,655 mi); Suspension:Front (23 complaints, avg 32,668 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Ford F-250?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 48,707 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2007 Ford F-250?
NHTSA complaints for the 2007 Ford F-250 include 5 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 5 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2007 Ford F-250 have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 26,727 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2007 Ford F-250?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Ford F-250 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

Check Your Specific 2007 Ford F-250

Real owner complaints tell you about the model. The VIN tells you about your specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer fraud.

Check Any VIN — $4.99