2007 Ford F-150 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Engine (75) · Vehicle Speed Control (49) · Power Train (38)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
430 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (32)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Wheels 2024-07-24 · TSB 24-2188 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this article supersedes tsb 22-2219 to update the parts list and service procedure to clarify applicable steps by vehicle application. some 2003-2020 expedition/navigator and 2006-2020 f-150 (non-raptor) vehicles equipped with 4wd may exhibit grinding/clicking/ratcheting noise from the front wheel a
Structure 2023-04-04 · SSM 51536 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
for 2000-2024 ford and lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. it is also not recommended to order a replacement module using a vehicle identification number (vin) from a different vehicle. most modules on these affe
Power Train 2022-06-21 · TSB 22-2219 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2003-2020 expedition/navigator and 2006-2020 f-150 (non-raptor) vehicles equipped with 4wd may exhibit grinding/clicking/ratcheting noise from the front wheel area. this may be due to partial engagement of the integrated wheel ends (iwe). to correct this condition, follow the service procedure
Wheels 2020-10-16 · TSB 20-2307 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2003-2020 expedition/navigator and 2006-2020 f-150 vehicles equipped with tod transfer cases may exhibit grinding/clicking/ratcheting noise from the front wheel area. this may be due to partial engagement of the integrated wheel ends (iwe). to correct this condition, follow the service procedur
Structure 2020-07-13 · TSB 20-2233 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this article supersedes tsb 19-2026 to update the vehicle model years affected. some 2000 and newer ford/lincoln/mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. panel replacement is
Engine And Engine Cooling 2020-02-07 · DOR-N3Z7B-03 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this sku is an oil dipstick. the customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the dipstick tube. the dipstick tube inner diameter may be small enough that it prevents installation of the oe dipstick.
Showing the 6 most recent of 32 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-07-24 · Tether, Lower Anchor (On Car Seat Or Vehicle)“the metal cables on the car seat that attach it to base, one of them is fraying. i noticed this today when i brought the car seat inside to remove the car seat cover to wash. …”
2026-02-23 · Engine“i have had a coolant leak but haven't been able to find it until now. it is below the thermostat housing, between the manifolds and the metal tube that hooks the bottom of the thermostat to the manifold. i know there is a recall issued for this but it doesn't seem to come up on my truck. in my opinion it should.…”
2025-09-12 · Steering“after making a sharp right turn tie rod came loose from steering rod. after inspection the threads on the steering rod seem to be too small for the tie rod. the truck has been taken care of and only has 75000 miles on it. the new tie rod i installed was also loose on the steering rod. the threads were not stripped, rusty or damaged in anyway. this…”
2025-05-19 · Power Train · 300,000 mi · 💥 crash“the contact owned a 2007 ford f-150. the contact stated that when depressing the accelerator pedal while in reverse, the vehicle suddenly accelerated, crossing a field, and crashing into a nearby building, where the vehicle came to a stop. the contact sustained neck injuries, and the front passenger sustained neck injuries as well. the contact did …”
2024-12-11 · Power Train:automatic Transmission:torque Converter · 126,963 mi“the contact owns a 2007 ford f-150 the contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled and jerked. there was no warning light illuminated. the vehicle was restarted; however, the failure recurred. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the transmission had failed and nee…”
2024-11-24 · Unknown Or Other“transmission and rear end jerking when putting in or taking out of park, reverse or drive and now doesn't want to go forward when putting it in drive and i can't get it to shift out and transmission fault light came on and i re set it by taking black cable off battery and put transmission fluid in it and it still does it and also headlights doesn't…”
2024-09-13 · Power Train · 17,000 mi“the contact's daughter owns a 2013 ford focus. the contact stated that the vehicle had failed to shift properly and shuddered. there were no warning lights illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the clutch assembly needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. the vehicle was…”
2024-09-04 · Tires · 220,000 mi“the contact owns a 2007 ford f-150 equipped with cooper tires, tire line: discovery atp, tire size: 265/70/r17, dot number: (n/a). the contact stated that while performing a tire rotation, the contact discovered sidewall bulges and tread separation on both rear tires. the vehicle was taken to the tire retailer, where it was determined that the rear…”
2024-07-25 · Power Train · 120,000 mi“the contact owns a 2007 ford f-150. the contact stated while making a right turn from a complete stop at 7-10 mph, the vehicle shuddered significantly. the contact pulled over to the side of the road. the vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the driveline assembly had failed and needed to be replaced. the vehi…”
2024-06-03 · Structure:frame And Members · 190,000 mi“the contact owns a 2007 ford f-150. the contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, she became aware that the sub frame, underneath the vehicle, was cracked. the contact stated that the frame was loose and was visible by standing in front of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who confirmed that the frame was cracked…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.