2007 Ford Five Hundred Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2007 Ford Five Hundred.

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Complaints
287
Crashes
29
Fires
5
Injuries
10
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2007 Ford Five Hundred Problems

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

#170 complaints

Unintended Acceleration

Avg mileage:73,419 mi
Crash-related:10
#243 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:77,910 mi
Crash-related:3
#321 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:85,737 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2007 Ford Five Hundred.

Unintended Acceleration
70
complaints
Crashes
10
Fires
Avg Miles
73,419
Transmission / Drivetrain
43
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
77,910
Engine Problems
21
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
85,737
Gasoline Fuel System
21
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
49,956
Electrical Faults
20
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
62,010
Automatic Transmission
17
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
63,129
Engine & Cooling
14
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Avg Miles
60,238
Fuel System
13
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
96,070
Steering Defects
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
58,660
Air Bags:Side/Window
5
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
13,620
Structural Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices:Exterior
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention:Warnings:External/Pedestrian Alert
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Wiring
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2007 Ford Five Hundred

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~2,945 vehicles.

11V355000Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap
~2,945 affected

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007 FORD FIVE HUNDRED AND MERCURY MONTEGO VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 5, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 11, 2006. THE FUEL TANKS MAY NOT HAVE CONSISTENT WELDS BETWEEN THE FUEL TANK AND FUEL FILLER NECK SPUD WHICH CAN AFFECT THE STRENGTH OF THE JOINT. SOME FUEL TANK SPUD WELDS MAY NOT PROVIDE THE EXPECTED STRENGTH IN THE EVENT OF A SEVERE REAR IMPACT TO THE VEHICLE. AN IMPROPER WELD CAN RESULT IN A CRACK IN THE JOINT WHICH COULD ILLUMINATE THE EMISSIONS MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT, CAUSE A FUEL ODOR, OR ALLOW FUEL TO LEAK OUT.

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2007 Ford Five Hundred — FAQ

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

Is the 2007 Ford Five Hundred reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2007 Ford Five Hundred has 287 NHTSA complaints, 29 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Unintended Acceleration with 70 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2007 Ford Five Hundred?
Top reported problems: Unintended Acceleration (70 complaints, avg 73,419 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (43 complaints, avg 77,910 mi); Engine Problems (21 complaints, avg 85,737 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 Five Hundred?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 70,281 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 Five Hundred?
NHTSA complaints for the 2007 Ford Five Hundred include 29 crash-related reports, 5 fire reports, 10 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 Five Hundred have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 2,945 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 Five Hundred?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

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

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

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