MYRModel Year Report

2007 Ford Freestyle

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2007 Ford Freestyle
BUILT 2026-10-10

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

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
893
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Vehicle speed control

48% of complaints

Complaints per year

2002: 1 complaint 2002 2004: 12 complaints 2004 2005: 1,459 complaints 2005 2006: 1,300 complaints 2006 2007: 893 complaints 2007 893
2002: 1 complaint 2002 2004: 12 complaints 2004 2005: 1,459 complaints 2005 2006: 1,300 complaints 2006 2007: 893 complaints 2007 893
2002: 1 complaint 2002 2004: 12 complaints 2004 2005: 1,459 complaints 2005 2006: 1,300 complaints 2006 2007: 893 complaints 2007 893

2007: 893 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
20021
200412
20051,459
20061,300
2007893

Known problem areas

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

Vehicle speed control

48% · 428 reports

Most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

CRASHINJURY
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Our car was quite new. My daughters and I were in the car at a stop light. Someone was in front of me at the time and they were making a right hand turn.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-07-06

Also filed under Structure

I was pulling into a parking space when the car lunged and hit the concrete wall in front of me. It had been doing this mildly for a couple of days. During this event, the speed was unexpected and dangerous.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-27

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Ford Freestyle. The contact stated while entering a residential garage at 2 MPH, the vehicle abnormally accelerated and she crashed into the rear wall of the garage of the residence.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-07-28

Power train

41% · 367 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and driveline.

CRASH
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The contact owns a 2007 Ford Freestyle. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the transmission failed to shift properly. The contact stated that the transmission warning light was illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-15

Also filed under Structure

Engine

10% · 93 reports
CRASHINJURY

Engine and engine cooling

9% · 76 reports

Most commonly citing engine and cooling system.

CRASH

Fuel system, gasoline

5% · 44 reports

Most commonly citing fuel injection system.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2008-10-14Preliminary evaluationClosed 2009-04-09 Tire valve cracking
  2. I
    2011-05-11Preliminary evaluationClosed 2013-02-07 Idle instability

Buy-smart checklist

2007 Ford Freestyle — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Vehicle speed control: 428 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 367 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 93 reports on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2007 Ford Freestyle reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Ford Freestyle?
The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 48% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Ford Freestyle have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.