2007 Ford F-350

▲ Better than typical
2007 Ford F-350
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:46:55.686Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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.

Complaints
36
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2007

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Suspension

33% of complaints

Complaints per year

1989: 2 complaints 1989 1991: 31 complaints 1992: 52 complaints 1993: 101 complaints 1994: 96 complaints 1994 1995: 134 complaints 1996: 130 complaints 1997: 155 complaints 1998: 12 complaints 1998 1999: 413 complaints 2000: 304 complaints 2001: 160 complaints 2002: 116 complaints 2002 2003: 90 complaints 2004: 159 complaints 2005: 114 complaints 2006: 145 complaints 2007: 36 complaints 2007 36 2008: 131 complaints 2009: 28 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2011: 136 complaints 2012: 149 complaints 2013: 76 complaints 2014: 91 complaints 2014 2015: 190 complaints 2016: 187 complaints 2017: 480 complaints 2018: 194 complaints 2018 2019: 452 complaints 2020: 182 complaints 2021: 88 complaints
1989: 2 complaints 1989 1991: 31 complaints 1992: 52 complaints 1992 1993: 101 complaints 1994: 96 complaints 1994 1995: 134 complaints 1996: 130 complaints 1996 1997: 155 complaints 1998: 12 complaints 1998 1999: 413 complaints 2000: 304 complaints 2000 2001: 160 complaints 2002: 116 complaints 2002 2003: 90 complaints 2004: 159 complaints 2004 2005: 114 complaints 2006: 145 complaints 2007: 36 complaints 2007 36 2008: 131 complaints 2009: 28 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 136 complaints 2012: 149 complaints 2012 2013: 76 complaints 2014: 91 complaints 2014 2015: 190 complaints 2016: 187 complaints 2016 2017: 480 complaints 2018: 194 complaints 2018 2019: 452 complaints 2020: 182 complaints 2020 2021: 88 complaints
1989: 2 complaints 1989 1991: 31 complaints 1992: 52 complaints 1992 1993: 101 complaints 1994: 96 complaints 1994 1995: 134 complaints 1996: 130 complaints 1996 1997: 155 complaints 1998: 12 complaints 1998 1999: 413 complaints 2000: 304 complaints 2000 2001: 160 complaints 2002: 116 complaints 2002 2003: 90 complaints 2004: 159 complaints 2004 2005: 114 complaints 2006: 145 complaints 2007: 36 complaints 2007 36 2008: 131 complaints 2009: 28 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 136 complaints 2012: 149 complaints 2012 2013: 76 complaints 2014: 91 complaints 2014 2015: 190 complaints 2016: 187 complaints 2016 2017: 480 complaints 2018: 194 complaints 2018 2019: 452 complaints 2020: 182 complaints 2020 2021: 88 complaints

2007: 36 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19892
199131
199252
1993101
199496
1995134
1996130
1997155
199812
1999413
2000304
2001160
2002116
200390
2004159
2005114
2006145
200736
2008131
200928
20100
2011136
2012149
201376
201491
2015190
2016187
2017480
2018194
2019452
2020182
202188

Known problem areas

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

Suspension

33% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing front.

Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Ford F-350. The contact received field action notice number: 09L02 from the manufacturer. While driving 40 MPH on bumpy terrain, the vehicle shook. There were no warning indicators illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-07

Steering

25% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing gear box (other than rack and pinion).

CRASHINJURY
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Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Ford F350. While driving 45 MPH, the steering wheel seized, causing her to lose control of the vehicle and crash into a wall. The contact sustained a concussion to the head. A passenger sustained whiplash.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-10-13

I was driving on and overpass/ exit ramp and passed over a steel divider on the highway. Upon doing so I temporarily lost control of the steering on the truck and had to decelerate and move towards the shoulder.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-02-22

Fuel/propulsion system

11% · 4 reports
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Engine is the 2.7 Ecoboost and is becoming louder and louder with many ticks and sounds whether you are driving or idling the vehicle at a stop light.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-09-04

Also filed under Engine

Engine

11% · 4 reports

Electrical system

11% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.

FIRE
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Tl*the contact owns a 2007 Ford F350. The contact stated that the vehicle caught fire in the evening. The county investigator stated that the cause of the failure was electrical. A police report was filed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-12-12

Since I bought this 2007 Ford f 350 I've had nothing but problems fuel pump injectors EGR cooler fuel filters brakes the truck has been in th e shop three times since I've had it now I'm praying dont anything else go wrong what a…

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-10-20

Vehicle started running very rough when going down the road, and hard to start. Found the ficm wiring harness smoking and chafed through where it had rubbed on engine.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-29

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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    2006-09-15Service brakes, air06E087000 Certain harsco wheel modification groups containing accuride steel rims, p/nos. 203237 and 203738; accuride aluminum rims, p/n 203712; and gkn steel rims, p/n 203688, sold as modification equipment…

    Remedy: Harsco will notify owners and provide a repair kit along with repair instructions free of charge. The recall began in September 2006. Owners may contact harsco at 507-235-7112.

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    2007-09-05Equipment07E066000 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…

    Remedy: All of the defective tow packages are still at the distributor level and have not been sold to any consumers.

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    2007-11-15Preliminary evaluationClosed 2008-03-14 Violent front end oscillation
  4. I
    2008-03-14Engineering analysisClosed 2009-03-31 Violent front end oscillation
  5. R
    2011-08-15Exterior lighting11V352000 Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 Ranger trucks built from January 25, 2011, through April 25, 2011 at the twin cities assembly plant, and service parts distributed to dealers for certain…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the switches free of charge. The safety recall began on August 15, 2011. Owners may contact Ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.

Buy-smart checklist

2007 Ford F-350 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 12 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel/propulsion system: 4 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06E087000 · Service brakes, air
  • Recall 07E066000 · Equipment
  • Recall 11V352000 · Exterior lighting

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FAQ

Is the 2007 Ford F-350 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Ford F-350 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Ford F-350?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Ford F-350 have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

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