2007 Ford 500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 500 years
- Not enough data 3rd of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 37 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Ford 500. That ranks 3rd out of 3 500 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (11 complaints, 30%), typically at around 83,000 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 37owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2007 Ford 500 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 11 | 30% | 83,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 22% | 110,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 7 | 19% | 104,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 7 | 19% | 99,500 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 8% | 93,077 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 5% | 105,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 5% | 101,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 3% | 104,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 3% | 49,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 3% | 77,013 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 3% | 62,342 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 3% | 55,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 3% | 55,000 | — | — |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 3% | 65,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 3% | 154,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 3% | 180,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 3% | 55,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2007 Ford 500 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2007 Ford 500.
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Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD 500. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND UNINTENTIONALLY LOST POWER. IN ADDITION, THE TRANSMISSION FAULT AND CHECK ENGINE INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT THE SPEEDOMETER ONLY SHOWED THAT THE…
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford 500. While driving approximately 15 mph, the instrument cluster lost all power, the air conditioner turned off, and the reverse lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failures occurred at least ten times daily for the last two months. The contact continued…
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford 500. Upon changing gears from park to drive, the vehicle independently accelerated to a high rate of speed without warning. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure to determine if a dealer could test drive the vehicle…
CAR LUNGES FORWARD WHEN IN DRIVE WHILE STOPPED, EASING FORWARD, AND BRAKING IN THE PARKING LOTS AND STREETS. THE SAME PROBLEM OCCURRED WITH THE 2006 MODEL I OWNED PREVIOUSLY AND FORD REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY. PLEASE REFERENCE NTHSA CASE #10468869 AND FORD CASE#[redacted] FOR FUTHER INFORMATION ON…
Vehicle was stationary at a traffic signal and rear ended by another automobile which pushed it into the stopped vehicle in front. The drivers seat collapsed backward to a horizontal position in the accident leaving me laying down in the seat. My neck and legs were injured in the accident.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Ford 500?
Owners most often report power train, vehicle speed control, electrical system problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 11 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Ford 500?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2007 Ford 500 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 500 model years, the 2007 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.