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2007 Ford F-150 Problems, complaints & recalls

No owner complaints about the 2007 Ford F-150 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 7 recalls, the latest in May 2009 for the headlights.

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AFar fewer problems than a typical F-150 year, for its age

Complaints
0
Recalls
7
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
0

2007 Ford F-150 recalls 7

Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do

Exterior lighting: headlights

09E02500042,540 vehicles affected

The problem
Dope, inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." These lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
The risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on july 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.

Engine and engine cooling

08V523000213 vehicles affected

The problem
Roush is recalling 213 my 2007-2008 ford F-150 trucks altered to operate using liquid propane injection. The hydro-carbon paper affixed to the inside of the airbox lid with adhesive may become dislodged during operation.
The risk
This failure may result in a loss of performance, illumination of the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) and, in extreme cases, a stalling of the vehicle during operation without notice, which could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the airbox lid with a new one that includes the hydro-carbon paper which has been affixed using an adhesive promoter and greater pressure as recommended by the manufacturer free of charge. The recall began on october 21, 2008. Owners may contact roush at 1-866-307-6788.

Exterior lighting: headlights

07E089000238 vehicles affected

The problem
Certain spyder headlamp replacement assemblies sold for use on 2004 through 2007 ford f150 pickup trucks. During production, the headlamps were internally misaligned and they fail the photometry requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
The risk
The purpose of this standard is to reduce traffic crashes and deaths and injuries by providing adequate illumination of the roadway.
The fix
Spyder will notify owners and offer a full reimbursement for any noncompliant headlamps. The recall is expected to begin during november 2007. Owners can contact spyder at 866-558-4264.

Exterior lighting: headlights

07E080000700 vehicles affected

The problem
Certain headlamp assemblies imported and sold as aftermarket equipment by sonar auto parts for use on 2004-2007 ford f150 pickup trucks. During production, the headlamps were internally misaligned and they fail the photometry requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
The risk
The purpose of this standard is to reduce traffic crashes and deaths and injuries by providing adequate illumination of the roadway.
The fix
Sonar will notify owners and offer a full reimbursement for any noncompliant headlamps. The recall began on december 14, 2007. Owners can contact sonar at 866-558-4264.

Exterior lighting: headlights

07E0750002,388 vehicles affected

The problem
Certain eagle eyes headlamp assemblies, p/nos. Fr390-b001l and fr390-b001r, sold for use as replacement equipment for the above listed passenger vehicles. The thickness is unstable inhibiting the performance of the upper and lower beams which fails to conform to the photometric requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
The risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
The fix
Eagle eyes will notify owners and offer reimbursement for any noncompliant headlights. The recall began on november 6, 2007. Owners may contact eagle eyes at 1-800-568-1098.

Equipment: electrical

07E066000175 vehicles affected

The problem
Certain cequent 90 degree 7-way right angle adaptors sold by distributors in tow packages for aftermarket sales to tow 5th wheel rv travel trailers. Due to incorrect wiring of the harness, the trailer lights may not operate properly.
The risk
If the trailer lights are not working properly, a vehicle crash can occur.
The fix
All of the defective tow packages are still at the distributor level and have not been sold to any consumers.

Fuel system: tank assembly

07V278000203 vehicles affected

The problem
On certain trucks built with 26 gallon fuel tanks, the fuel tank may have a depression at the seam between the top and bottom halves of the tank (not visible from outside the fuel tank). If a depression is large enough, fuel may permeate the fuel tank wall resulting in a fuel odor, or a "service engine soon" indicator light.
The risk
If left uncorrected, a fuel leak could eventually develop. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the fuel tank free of charge. The recall began on june 25, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.

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Ford F-150: every year compared

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
20110600-A
20100100-A
20093242288Acceleration & cruise controlF
20080100-A
20070700-A
200601400-C
200501400-C
20042,036167540Visibility & wipersF
2003465114539Engine & coolingF
All F-150 years

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Questions about the 2007 Ford F-150

Does the 2007 Ford F-150 have any recalls?

Yes - NHTSA lists 7 recalls for the 2007 Ford F-150: headlights (May 2009); engine and engine cooling (October 2008); headlights (October 2007); headlights (September 2007) and more. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.

How many complaints has the 2007 Ford F-150 had?

None have been filed with NHTSA so far.

Is the 2007 Ford F-150 a reliable vehicle?

Its Safety Index is 79 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Ford F-150 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.

Which Ford F-150 years have the most complaints?

2004 (2,036), 2002 (955), 2003 (465). See every Ford F-150 year compared.

What should I do if my 2007 Ford F-150 has a problem?

If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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