2007 Ford Freestyle problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
A typical year for this model
The 2007 Ford Freestyle sits mid-pack among Freestyle years: 1,250 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 1,250, with no recalls and 2 closed investigations.
Speed Control leads the complaint categories with 428 reports (34% of the total).
1,250
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
2
Investigations
42
Crash-involved
1
Fires reported
5
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2007 compare to other Freestyle years?
What are the most common 2007 Ford Freestyle problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speed Control | 428 | 34% | ▼ down |
| Transmission | 367 | 29% | — flat |
| Engine | 169 | 14% | ▼ down |
| Fuel System | 92 | 7% | ▼ down |
| Other | 52 | 4% | ▼ down |
| Electrical System | 45 | 4% | ▼ down |
| Brakes | 36 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Body & Structure | 11 | 1% | ▼ down |
| Suspension | 10 | 1% | ▼ down |
| Steering | 9 | 1% | — flat |
| Seat Belts | 8 | 1% | ▲ up |
| Tires & Wheels | 7 | 1% | ▼ down |
| Airbags | 4 | 0% | ▼ down |
| Climate Control (A/C & Heat) | 3 | 0% | — flat |
| Child Seat | 2 | 0% | ▲ up |
| Visibility & Wipers | 2 | 0% | ▼ down |
| Seats | 2 | 0% | ▼ down |
| Driver Assistance | 1 | 0% | ▼ down |
| Lighting | 1 | 0% | ▼ down |
| Latches & Locks | 1 | 0% | ▼ down |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE PARKED, THE DRIVER PLACED THE VEHICLE IN REVERSE WHEN IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED BACKWARD AND CRASHED INTO A TELEPHONE POLE. THE DRIVER WAS NOT INJURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE…”
“AFTER STARTING THE CAR IN MY DRIVEWAY, I HEARD A LOUD 'HELICOPTER SOUND' UNDER THE HOOD (TO WHICH I HAVE COME TO FIND OUT WAS THE TRANSMISSION (CVT)). WHEN I PUT THE CAR INTO REVERSE, IT VIOLENTLY RACED FORWARD, HITTING THE BRICK WALL OF MY HOUSE. I HAVE PUSHED IT A FEW FEET BACK AND HAVE NOT…”
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD FREESTYLE. WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE AND SHIFTING INTO REVERSE OR DRIVE AT 2 MPH, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD OR BACKWARDS AS THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. IN ADDITION, THE CHECK ENGINE AND THE WRENCH WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR…”
“I PURCHASED MY 2007 FF DEC OF 2010. THREE MONTHS AFTER PURCHASE, I NOTICED MILD ACCELERATION SOMETIMES WITHOUT APPLYING MY FOOT TO THE PEDAL. IT BECAME PROGRESSIVELY WORSE BY MID JUNE. SO MUCH SO THAT I CONTACTED DRIVETIME WHERE I PURCHASED THE CAR & THEY GAVE ME SOME TRANSMISSION SHOP TO TAKE IT…”
“SURGING ON 2007 FORD FREESTYLE (VIN: [XXX]) -- EVENTUALLY CAUSED TRAFFIC ACCIDENT IN PARKING LOT WHILE I WAS PULLING FORWARD. AFTER TAKING THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER MORE THAN ONCE FOR REPAIR, WE HAVE BEEN TOLD IT WAS POSSIBLY A SOFTWARE UPGRADE OR THROTTLE BODY ISSUE, THEN POSSIBLE TRANSMISSION…”
2007 Ford Freestyle — common questions
Is the 2007 Ford Freestyle reliable?
It is close to typical for the Freestyle: 1,250 NHTSA complaints, 0 recalls, and 2 investigations on file.
What are the most common 2007 Freestyle problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are speed control (428 complaints), transmission (367 complaints), engine (169 complaints).
Does the 2007 Ford Freestyle have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2007 Ford Freestyle.
Is the 2007 Ford Freestyle under NHTSA investigation?
NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.
Which Ford Freestyle years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Freestyle years to avoid are 2005, 2006. The cleanest record among Freestyle years belongs to 2002.
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.