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2007 Ford Five Hundred problems

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Among the better years

The 2007 Ford Five Hundred is among the quieter years of the Five Hundred on NHTSA's books: 287 complaints (29% below the model's median year), 2 recalls, and no open investigations. Complainants reported 10 injuries in total across these filings.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across speed control (70), transmission (60), and engine (40), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

287

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

1

Investigations

29

Crash-involved

5

Fires reported

10

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2007 compare to other Five Hundred years?

Five Hundred NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted716 complaints2004: 1 complaints2005: 716 complaints2006: 523 complaints2007: 287 complaints
Five Hundred NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2007 Ford Five Hundred problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Speed Control7024%
Transmission6021%
Engine4014%
Fuel System3512%
Electrical System269%
Other103%
Airbags83%
Body & Structure83%
Tires & Wheels83%
Steering62%
Suspension41%
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)31%
Brakes31%
Seat Belts21%
Visibility & Wipers21%
Lighting10%
Driver Assistance10%

Does the 2007 Ford Five Hundred have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

11V355000Fuel SystemJuly 13, 2011 · 2,945 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 16, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332.

06E056000Fuel SystemJune 13, 2006 · 58,640 units

Defect

CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH THE TUBE INTERFACE, EVEN THOUGH THE PERSON MAKING THE CONNECTION MAY BELIEVE THAT THE QUICK CONNECTOR IS FULLY ATTACHED.

Consequence

FAILURE OF THIS CONNECTION COULD LEAD TO FUEL SPILLAGE AND, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.

Remedy

UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“I HAD THIS CAR REPAIRED TWICE AT A PROFESSIONAL MECHANIC SHOP THAT COST ME THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS. EVERY TIME, THE CAR COMES TO STOP OR DIES ON ME. I REPLACED THE FUEL FILTER ONE TIME THAT IS UNDERNEATH THE CAR. NOW THE CAR IS SITTING IN MY GARAGE BECAUSE OF THE FUEL PUMP NOT FUNCTIONING AND DOES NOT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · July 9, 2020 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD FIVE HUNDRED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD ALSO JERK ABNORMALLY WHEN IN DRIVE. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · September 6, 2012 · crash

“I HAD JUST DRIVEN TO MY BROTHER'S HOUSE IN WV. MY WIFE AND I GOT OUT OF THE CAR AND WENT INSIDE. ABOUT 15 MINUTES LATER MY BROTHER SAW SMOKE IN THE WINDOW AND SAW THAT MY CAR WAS ON FIRE. WE ALL WENT OUTSIDE AND WHILE THEY CALLED THE FIRE DEPARTMENT I TRIED TO PUT THE FIRE OUT WITH A HOSE. I COULD…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · April 9, 2007 · fire

“I HAD THIS CAR REPAIRED TWICE AT A PROFESSIONAL MECHANIC SHOP THAT COST ME THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS. EVERY TIME, THE CAR COMES TO STOP OR DIES ON ME. I REPLACED THE FUEL FILTER ONE TIME THAT IS UNDERNEATH THE CAR. NOW THE CAR IS SITTING IN MY GARAGE BECAUSE OF THE FUEL PUMP NOT FUNCTIONING AND DOES NOT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · July 9, 2020 · crash

“I HAD THIS CAR REPAIRED TWICE AT A PROFESSIONAL MECHANIC SHOP THAT COST ME THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS. EVERY TIME, THE CAR COMES TO STOP OR DIES ON ME. I REPLACED THE FUEL FILTER ONE TIME THAT IS UNDERNEATH THE CAR. NOW THE CAR IS SITTING IN MY GARAGE BECAUSE OF THE FUEL PUMP NOT FUNCTIONING AND DOES NOT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · July 9, 2020 · crash

2007 Ford Five Hundred — common questions

Is the 2007 Ford Five Hundred reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 287 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Five Hundred year, with 2 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2007 Five Hundred problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are speed control (70 complaints), transmission (60 complaints), engine (40 complaints).

Does the 2007 Ford Five Hundred have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2007 Ford Five Hundred. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2007 Ford Five Hundred under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Ford Five Hundred years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Five Hundred years to avoid are 2005. The cleanest record among Five Hundred years belongs to 2004.

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.