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2007 Ford Freestar problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Among the better years

The 2007 Ford Freestar is among the quieter years of the Freestar on NHTSA's books: 77 complaints (90% below the model's median year), 2 recalls, and no open investigations.

The trouble concentrates in one system: transmission issues account for 49% of all reports (38 of 77), far ahead of speed control at 10.

77

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

3

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

2

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2007 compare to other Freestar years?

Freestar NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted1,600 complaints2004: 1,600 complaints2005: 1,093 complaints2006: 453 complaints2007: 77 complaints
Freestar NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2007 Ford Freestar problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission3849%
Speed Control1013%
Engine912%
Electrical System56%
Body & Structure45%
Seats34%
Suspension23%
Seat Belts11%
Brakes11%
Fuel System11%
Other11%
Airbags11%
Steering11%

Does the 2007 Ford Freestar have recalls?

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

13V081000SeatsMarch 7, 2013 · 196,667 units

Defect

Ford is recalling certain model year 2004-2007 Freestar and Mercury Monterey vehicles manufactured from March 24, 2003, through November 7, 2006, equipped with a third row seat and originally sold in, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. The third row stowable seat can experience corrosion and structural degradation at the seat anchor mechanism mounted to the rear wheel wells. As a result of the corrosion, the third row seat may not fully latch into its seating position.

Consequence

In the event that the vehicle is crashed into from the rear, an unlatched seat may increase the risk of personal injury.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install new third row seat latch striker mounting brackets, free of charge. The recall began on March 28, 2013. 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.

“THIS IS MY SECOND COMPLAINT FORM SUBMISSION FOR THE PROBLEM. LAST FALL MY 2007 FORD FREESTAR BROKEN DOWN DUE TO TRANSMISSION MALFUNCTION. I WAS TOLD THAT FORD HAS ALOT OF PROBLEMS WITH TRANSMISSIONS. I NEED TO KNOW WHAT ELSE I CAN DO TO REIMBURSED FOR THE FAILURE OF THE TRANSMISSION. I WAS ON MY…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · October 25, 2009

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2007 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SEVERAL TIMES WHEN HE WOULD SHIFT INTO REVERSE OR DRIVE, THE VEHICLE WOULD ABNORMALLY ACCELERATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THE FAILURE AS A DEFECTIVE THROTTLE BODY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT YET REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · June 1, 2010

“WHILE DRIVING ON A FOUR LANE IN CHARLESTON SC MY VAN STARTED JERKING AND I LOST ALL POWER AND FELT LIKE I WAS GOING TO HAVE A HEART ATTACK ! IT DID COAST ENOUGH TO GET TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. AFTER IT SAT FOR SEVERAL MINUTES IT STARTED UP FINE. BUT LET ME TELL YOU I ONLY LIVE 5 MILES FROM THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · April 23, 2013

“PASSENGER SIDE MIRROR BURNED, SMOLDERED WITH A GREAT DEAL OF SMOKE. COULD SEE ORANGE GLOW BEHIND THE MIRROR. SMELLED LIKE AN ELECTRICAL BURN. CAR WAS PARKED, NO KEY IN IGNITION, HAPPENED RIGHT AFTER UNLOCKING CAR WITH KEY FOB.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · December 16, 2018 · fire

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WHEELS SEIZED WHILE DRIVING, WHICH RESULTED IN A LOSS OF CONTROL. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS SEVERELY CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · July 19, 2016

2007 Ford Freestar — common questions

Is the 2007 Ford Freestar reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 77 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Freestar year, with 2 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2007 Freestar problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (38 complaints), speed control (10 complaints), engine (9 complaints).

Does the 2007 Ford Freestar have recalls?

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

Is the 2007 Ford Freestar under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 3 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Ford Freestar years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Freestar years to avoid are 2004. The cleanest record among Freestar years belongs to 2007.

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.