MYRModel Year Report

2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac

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2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:35:09.499Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford Explorer Sport Trac Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2007 highlighted. 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 2008: 23 complaints 2009: 6 complaints 2009 2010: 30 complaints 2010
2007: 100 complaints
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YearComplaints
19976
19985
19990
20003
2001167
2002144
200378
200486
200566
20065
2007100
200823
20096
201030

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

POWER TRAIN 13%

13% of complaints: power train — 13 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 12%

12% of complaints: electrical system — 12 distinct reports on file.

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, 20070419

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, 20241009

ENGINE 11%

11% of complaints: engine — 11 distinct reports on file.

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, 20151008

TIRES 8%

8% of complaints: tires — 8 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 8%

8% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 8 distinct reports on file.

CRASH

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20070427 — steering

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 FRACTURING,

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.

Campaign 07V181000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20081014 — PE (closed 20090409)

TIRE VALVE CRACKING

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (13 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (12 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 07V181000 (steering) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2010 ● 2005 ● 2003

WORST YEARS

■ 2001 ◆ 2002 ● 2004

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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:automatic transmission, accounting for 13% 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 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.