2007 FORD RANGER Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2007 Ford Ranger. This model year has 267 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Airbag Malfunctions.
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Worst 2007 Ford Ranger Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Airbag Malfunctions
Structural Problems
Tire Issues
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2007 Ford Ranger. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbag Malfunctions | 233 | 8 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 13 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Brake System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 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 Ranger. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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The contact owns a 2007 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced a loss of power steering assist. Additionally, the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mecha…
I live in Germany and was notified that my airbags are defective and that the parts are available However my dealer is giving me the run around about replacing them. Surly there is someone from Ford Europe or Germany that can assist me, The dealers address is Auto Loffler. Locat…
I HAVE RECEIVES LETTER AFTER LETTER AFTER CARDS EXT FOR A RECALL ON MY AIRBAG FOR THE HASL YEAR AND A HALF i HAVE CALLED THE NUMBER ON THESE CARDS AND LETTER AND HAVE CALLED THE FORS DEALERSHIPD FOR THIS TO BE FIXED..YOU OFFER TO COME TO HOME IS EXACTLY WHAT i AM WILLING TO DO..…
The frame on my ranger is so rust the spare tire came out from under the truck . I’ve tried to find a used one but no one has them because this is a problem I’ve come to find out with everyone’s. So if you can help me or tell me why these vehicles haven’t been recalled over this …
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT HAD DRIVEN OVER A PATCH IN THE ROAD WHICH CAUSED THE SPARE TIRE LOCATED UNDER THE VEHICLE TO DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE. THE TIRE ROLLED DOWN THE ROAD AND INTO A FIELD. NEITHER THE DEALER N…
EXCESSIVE FRAME ROT,SPARE TIRE FRAME ROTTED OUT AND BROKE,CROSSMEMBER ROTTED OUT,REAR SHACKLE ROTTED OUT AND BROKE,REAR BUMPER FRAME ATTACTMENT ROTTED OUT FRAME ROT MID FRAME AND CRACKED FRONT OF BED ALL ROTTED OUT, TRUCK ONLY HAS 70K MILES ON IT
2007 FORD RANGER WITH 77360 MILES DID NOT PASS INSPECTION AS FRAME IS RUSTED OUT. NOT ROAD WORTHY
WE HAVE BEEN RECEIVING NOTIFICATION FOR OVER A YEAR OF THE RECALL. OWNER HAS CALLED MULTIPLE TIMES TO SCHEDULE A REPAIR, IS THEN CONNECTED TO DEALERSHIP (PHIL LONG FORD) WHERE HE HAS LEFT MESSAGES. THE CALLS ARE NEVER RETURNED AND NO ALTERNATIVE IS OFFERED WHEN HE EXPLAINS THIS…
DUE TO RUST HAVE TO REPLACED THE REAR BUMPER. THE CONSUMER STATED THE TAILGATE WAS ALSO RUSTED. THE ENTIRE REAR FRAME WAS RUSTED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *JS
I CONTACTED THE RECALL CENTER BY PHONE AS RECOMMENDED. THE LADY THAT ANSWERED SAID SHE COULD NOT FIND A MATCH BASED ON THE VIN FOR THE RECALL. SHE TOLD ME SHE WOULD HAVE A SUPERVISOR CALL ME WITHIN 24 HOURS. THAT WAS WEEKS AGO AND I HAVE NOT RECEIVED A CALL AND I AM STILL GETT…
TAKATA RECALL I SOLD MY VEHICLE AND FILED THE PROPER RELEASE OF LIABILITY FORMS WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA. DESPITE REPEATED REQUESTS TO FORD AND TO THE DEALERSHIP I CONTINUE TO GET RECALL NOTICES. FORD SEEMS NOT TO CARE ENOUGH TO SEND THE RECALL NOTICE TO THE NEW OWNER WHO M…
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V001000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT CALLED AUTONATION FORD SANFORD AT 407-680-0781 (LOCATED AT 4911 WAYSIDE DR, SANFORD, FL 32771) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS WER…
TAKATA RECALL, STILL HAS NOT BEEN RESOLVED. MY TRANSMISSION REVERSE BAND WENT BAD AT 99,985 MILES... ON A LIGHT DRIVEN CAR THE SHACKLES THAT HOLD THEREAT SUSPENSION HAS COMPLETELY ROTTED OUT. THE TRUCK BED IS DUST, COMPLETELY SHOT THE PASSENGER DOOR IS ROTTED OUT ON THE BOTTOM…
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V3840000 (AIR BAGS). THE DEALER (CENTRAL MOTORS, 1520 FORD DR, EL CENTRO, CA 92243, 760-336-2100) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR TH…
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V384000 (AIR BAGS). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPA…
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V384000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT CALLED CLASSIC FORD LINCOLN OF COLUMBIA AT 803-779-3673 (LOCATED AT 177 GREYSTONE BLVD, COLUMBIA, SC 29210) AND WAS INFORMED THAT …
TAKATA RECALL I RECEIVED NOTICE 2-1/2 YEARS AGO, I WAS TOLD THEY ARE DOING HIGH HUMIDITY AREAS FIRST AND WOULD CONTACT ME WHEN I COULD GO IN FOR REPAIR. I RECEIVED ANOTHER NOTICE MONTHS AGO AND CALLED THE DEALERSHIP. I STILL HAVE NOT HEARD FROM THEM. I THOUGHT THE FIRST RECALL W…
TAKATA AIRBAG 16S26 ON THE 12TH OF OCTOBER 2018 I WENT TO BILL KAY FORD IN MIDLOTHIAN ILLINOIS 60445. THEY PERFORM THE RECALL AND EVERYTHING WAS FINE ON THE 17TH THEY CALLED ME AND SAID THEY MADE A MISTAKE AND NEEDED ME TO BRING IT BACK I BROUGHT IT BACK ON THE 18TH OF OCTOBER A…
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V384000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED AUTONATION FORD MEMPHI…
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V384000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RE…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2007 Ford Ranger.
Recalls for 2007 Ford Ranger
6 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2007 Ford Ranger. 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 Ranger — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2007 Ford Ranger reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2007 Ford Ranger has 267 NHTSA owner complaints, 10 crash-related, and 6 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Airbag Malfunctions (233 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Ford Ranger?▾
#1: Airbag Malfunctions (233 complaints). #2: Structural Problems (13 complaints). #3: Tire Issues (5 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Ford Ranger?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2007 Ford Ranger?▾
The 2007 Ford Ranger has 10 crash-related complaints and 1 fire reports out of 267 total NHTSA complaints. 9 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2007 Ford Ranger have any recalls?▾
Yes — 6 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2007 Ford Ranger. The largest issue: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2007 Ford Ranger?▾
The 2007 Ford Ranger has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Airbag Malfunctions 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 Ranger reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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