MYRModel Year Report

2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac

● Typical for this model
2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:51:16.331Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
100
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2007

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Power train

23% of complaints

Complaints per year

1997: 6 complaints 1997 1998: 5 complaints 1999: 0 complaints 1999 2000: 3 complaints 2001: 167 complaints 2001 2002: 144 complaints 2003: 78 complaints 2003 2004: 86 complaints 2005: 66 complaints 2005 2006: 5 complaints 2007: 100 complaints 2007 100 2008: 23 complaints 2009: 6 complaints 2009 2010: 31 complaints
1997: 6 complaints 1997 1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 0 complaints 1999 2000: 3 complaints 2000 2001: 167 complaints 2001 2002: 144 complaints 2002 2003: 78 complaints 2003 2004: 86 complaints 2004 2005: 66 complaints 2005 2006: 5 complaints 2006 2007: 100 complaints 2007 100 2008: 23 complaints 2008 2009: 6 complaints 2009 2010: 31 complaints 2010
1997: 6 complaints 1997 1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 0 complaints 1999 2000: 3 complaints 2000 2001: 167 complaints 2001 2002: 144 complaints 2002 2003: 78 complaints 2003 2004: 86 complaints 2004 2005: 66 complaints 2005 2006: 5 complaints 2006 2007: 100 complaints 2007 100 2008: 23 complaints 2008 2009: 6 complaints 2009 2010: 31 complaints 2010

2007: 100 complaints

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YearComplaints
19976
19985
19990
20003
2001167
2002144
200378
200486
200566
20065
2007100
200823
20096
201031

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Power train

23% · 23 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and floor shift.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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Transmission slipping between 2-3 gears. Truck lurches during deacceleration, whining noise

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-22

Electrical system

14% · 14 reports

Most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.

FIRE
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Tl*the contact owns a 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. On March 7, 2007, the contact discovered the vehicle engulfed in flames. He noticed the flames originating from the hood of the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-04-19

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...

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-10-09

Service brakes

14% · 14 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

CRASH

Engine

11% · 11 reports
CRASH
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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-10-08

Tires

10% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing pressure monitoring and regulating systems.

CRASH

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    2007-04-27Steering07V181000 On certain sport utility vehicles, the two bolts that attach the steering gear assembly to the frame may have been over-tightened. This condition could result in one or both of the bolts…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace both the steering gear assembly mounting bolts and nuts free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2007. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    2008-10-14Preliminary evaluationClosed 2009-04-09 Tire valve cracking

Buy-smart checklist

2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 23 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 14 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 14 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 07V181000 · Steering
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.