2007 Ford 500 problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
Among the better years
The 2007 Ford 500 is among the quieter years of the 500 on NHTSA's books: 51 complaints (35% below the model's median year), no recalls, and no open investigations.
No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across transmission (11), speed control (8), and engine (8), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.
51
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
2
Crash-involved
2
Fires reported
2
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2007 compare to other 500 years?
What are the most common 2007 Ford 500 problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission | 11 | 22% | ▼ down |
| Engine | 8 | 16% | ▼ down |
| Speed Control | 8 | 16% | ▼ down |
| Electrical System | 8 | 16% | ▼ down |
| Fuel System | 4 | 8% | ▼ down |
| Lighting | 2 | 4% | ▼ down |
| Seats | 2 | 4% | new |
| Airbags | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Visibility & Wipers | 1 | 2% | — flat |
| Brakes | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Other | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Steering | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Body & Structure | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Suspension | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Tires & Wheels | 1 | 2% | — flat |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“AT LOW SPEED, WILE TRYING TO PARK THE CAR IT WILL SUDDENLY SURGE MAKING PARKING RISKY EVEN WHEN MY FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE. I ALMOST HIT ANOTHER CAR SEVERAL TIMES. A VALET ONCE TOLD ME "YOU BETTER GET THAT CAR FIXED" WHEN I SHIFT FROM PARK TO REVERSE IT SOMETIMES ACTS LIKE THE RPM'S INCREASE WITHOUT…”
“WHEN THE CAR IS STOPPED OR COMING OUT OF A STOP OR PARKING SITUATION THE VEHICLE LURCHES FORWARD. (OR BACKWARD) I KEEP MY FOOT FIRMLY PLACED ON THE BRAKE TO KEEP FROM HITTING OTHER VEHICLES. I HAD THE PART CLEANED IN MAY OF 2013 FOR FREE BECAUSE OF RECALL AND NOW, THE CAR IS ACTING UP AGAIN. THE…”
“WHEN THE CAR IS STOPPED OR COMING OUT OF A STOP OR PARKING SITUATION THE VEHICLE LURCHES FORWARD. (OR BACKWARD) I KEEP MY FOOT FIRMLY PLACED ON THE BRAKE TO KEEP FROM HITTING OTHER VEHICLES. I HAD THE PART CLEANED IN MAY OF 2013 FOR FREE BECAUSE OF RECALL AND NOW, THE CAR IS ACTING UP AGAIN. THE…”
“I STARTED MY CAR THIS MORNING AND WAITED A FEW MINUTES FOR MY SON TO COME OUT. NO MORE THAN 3 MINUTES AND MY PASSENGER MIRROR STARTED SMOKING REALLY BAD. MY HUSBAND RAN OUT AND IT WAS ON FIRE! *TR ”
“ ON A WARM DAY THE VEHICLE STALLED UNEXPECTEDLY THREE TIMES WHILE DRIVING IN TOWN AND ONCE ON THE FREEWAY I WAS ABLE TO GET THE VEHICLE RESTARTED, BUT WAS NEARLY REAR-ENDED ON THE FREEWAY STALL. WE WERE ABLE TO DRIVE THE CAR HOME LATER IN THE EVENING WHEN THE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DROPPED.. *TR”
2007 Ford 500 — common questions
Is the 2007 Ford 500 reliable?
Its record is better than the model's norm: 51 NHTSA complaints, below the typical 500 year, with 0 recalls and no open investigations.
What are the most common 2007 500 problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (11 complaints), speed control (8 complaints), engine (8 complaints).
Does the 2007 Ford 500 have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2007 Ford 500.
Which Ford 500 years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the 500 years to avoid are 2005. The cleanest record among 500 years belongs to 1979.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.