2007 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. This model year has 100 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Transmission / Drivetrain.
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Worst 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 23 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 21 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 14 | — | 1 | — | |
| Brake System | 13 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 10 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 10 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electric | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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Tire pressure monitoring system will incorrectly display tire sensor fault after driving over 55mph for approximately 15 miles After repeated repair attempts, Ford dealer has not been able to fix it and the TPMS is in constant alert with message Tire Monitor Fault. Dealer states …
The contact owned a 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 10 MPH, the vehicle made an abnormal sound, and the driver's side rear tire had seized due to a fractured rear axle and bolt. Another vehicle then crashed into the contact's …
ISSUE FEB 2018 - PRESENT I BOUGHT MY 2ND- HAND 2007 FORD SPORT TRAC IN FEBRUARY 2018, FROM THE ORIGINAL OWNER. WE HAD EXPERIENCED 2 CAT-FIVE HURRICANES; POWER AND INTERNET WAS ALMOST NONEXISTENT, SO I COULD NOT RESEARCH THE TRUCK. ON THE SECOND DAY AFTER MY PURCHASE, WHILE DRIV…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC. THE CONTACT NOTICED POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKING IN THE CARPORT. HE HAD TO ADD POWER STEERING FLUID EVERY TWO WEEKS. WHILE DRIVING AND MAKING TURNS, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL CLUNKING NOISE EMERGING FROM THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO…
COMPLETE FAILURE OF THE FUEL PUMP CONTROL MODULE (DRIVER) DUE TO EXENSIVE CORROSION THAT BREACHED THE COMPONENT HOUSING, LEADING TO ELECTRICAL SHORTING THAT MELTED THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TERMINAL. THIS IS CLEARLY AN ENGINEERING / ASSEMBLY FLAW BECAUSE CORROSION SHOULD BE ANTI…
I'M TOLD BY UHAUL THAT THEY WILL NOT PUT A TRAILOR ON BECAUSE OF SOME PREVIOUS ACCIDENTS AND LAWSUITS. IS THIS TRUE?
'TAKATA RECALL' IT SQUEEKS AND CLUNKS WHEN STEERING
TRANSMISSION SLIPPING BETWEEN 2-3 GEARS. TRUCK LURCHES DURING DEACCELERATION, WHINING NOISE
TAKATA INFLATORS .THE AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS ON IN THE MORNING WHEN I START TRUCK. IS THIS A DANGEROUS SITUATION ?
ON MAY 4, 2017 I WAS AT A RED LIGHT ON A VERY BUSY HIGHWAY WHEN THE VEHICLE'S ENGINE JUST SHUT OFF. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND ANOTHER WRENCH SYMBOL LIGHT CAME ON. I GOT IT STARTED AGAIN BUT WAS VERY SLOW ACCELERATING AND WITHIN A FEW FEET IT STOPPED ACCELERATING EVEN WHEN PR…
THE BRAKE PEDAL HAD BECOME SOFT AFTER 51,000 MILES AND A RECENT BRAKE JOB. AFTER CALLING THE MECHANIC WHO DID THE JOB HE SAID THAT THE LINES DIDNT NEED TO BLEED BECAUSE THE LINES WERE NEVER OPENED.
MY CAR STALL INTERMITTENTLY OVER THE LAST FEW YEARS. SEEMS TO BE WHEN I BREAK. I UNDERSTAND THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING WITH A LOT OF FORD VEHICLES AND SHOULD BE LOOKED INTO.
RIGHT REAR DIRECTIONAL LIGHT AND HAZARD LIGHT ARE NOT WORKING. REPLACED BULB AND SOCKET 4 TIMES WITHIN A YEAR. THE LEFT DIRECTIONAL/HAZARD LIGHT DOES ILLUMINATE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED SEVERAL TIMES WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DIAGNOSED OR REPLICATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE…
OK WHERE CAN I START BESIDES THAT I'VE COME TO HATE MY TRUCK I HAVE SPENT THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS FIXING IT CONSTANTLY FIRST OFF LIGHT IN THE CAR GO ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING WHENEVER YOU HIT A BUMP THAN I GET RANDOM LITTLE LEAKS ALL THE TIME AND HAD MY TRANSMISSION WORKED ON A YEAR …
DOME LIGHT TURNS ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY WHEN DRIVING. OFTEN OCCURS WHEN DRIVING OVER ROUGH ROAD OR IN TURN. WILL TURN OFF IF (ANY) DOOR IS OPENED AND CLOSED OR IF THE KEY IS "JIGGLED"
TRUCK IS SLIPPING WHEN SHIFTING FROM 2ND GEAR TO 3RD GEAR-KNOWN FORD TRANSMISSION ISSUE. THE DEALER SAID TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION AS A BETTER ONE IS OFFERED
I HAVE TWO 2007 FORD ONE IS A FREESTYLE AND THE OTHER IS A SPORT TRAC AND THEY ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM. THE INSIDE LIGHTS COME ON AND OFF BY THEMSELVES. THEY STAY ON FOR A FEW MINUTES THEN THEY CLICK BACK OFF THEN BACK ON AND OFF AGAIN. THE FREESTYLE DOES NOT HAVE A AUTO SWIT…
FORD TRANSMISSION FAILED AT 100,000 MILES. CAR STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY INTERSECTION, COULD NOT MOVE. A LOT OF COMPLAINTS HAVE BEEN FILED ABOUT FORD'S POOR TRANSMISSION AND SURPRISED THERE IS YET TO BE A RECALL ABOUT THEIR POOR QUALITY TRANSMISSIONS.
MY FORD EXPLORER 2007 HAS VERY LOW MILEAGE (56,000 MILES). ITS ENGINE STARTED TO SHUT OFF INTERMITTENTLY UNDER ALL TYPES OF CONDITIONS, STREETS AND HIGHWAYS. IT WAS INDEED VERY DANGEROUS. INDEED MY DAUGHTER, DRIVING THIS CAR, HAD AN ACCIDENT ON SEPT. 4, PRECISELY BECAUSE OF THE…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac.
Recalls for 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac has 100 NHTSA owner complaints, 8 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most reported issue is Transmission / Drivetrain (23 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (23 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (21 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (14 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?▾
The 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac has 8 crash-related complaints and 2 fire reports out of 100 total NHTSA complaints. 10 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac have any recalls?▾
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. The largest issue: STEERING. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?▾
The 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Transmission / Drivetrain issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Ford Explorer Sport Trac reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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