Does the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, the most recent reported on April 25, 2007 (Steering). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?

Owners have filed 100 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (23 complaints), followed by electrical system (14).

How many 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac complaints mention a crash or fire?

8 of 100 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 10 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac recalls and problems

1 recall and 100 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac.

recalls

100

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac recalls

Steering

NHTSA campaign 07V181000 · reported April 25, 2007 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 11 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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, causing the steering gear to become loose.
The risk: This condition could cause "clunking" noise when steering as well as decreased steering effectiveness potentially resulting in a crash.
The fix: 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Power train23
Electrical system14
Engine11
Engine and engine cooling10
Service brakes, hydraulic10
Tires10
Fuel/propulsion system4
Steering4
Suspension4
Vehicle speed control4

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 9, 2024 · Electrical system
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 Tire Monitor Fault. Dealer states that Ford no longer supports this…

May 27, 2022 · Suspension · 160,000 miles · crash reported
The contact owned a 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 10 MPH, the vehicle made an abnormal sound, and the driver's side rear tire had seized due to a fractured rear axle and bolt. Another vehicle then crashed into the contact's driver's side rear tire causing the…

Feb 17, 2020 · Service brakes · 40,000 miles
ISSUE FEB 2018 - PRESENT I BOUGHT MY 2ND- HAND 2007 FORD SPORT TRAC IN FEBRUARY 2018, FROM THE ORIGINAL OWNER. WE HAD EXPERIENCED 2 CAT-FIVE HURRICANES; POWER AND INTERNET WAS ALMOST NONEXISTENT, SO I COULD NOT RESEARCH THE TRUCK. ON THE SECOND DAY AFTER MY PURCHASE, WHILE DRIVING DOWN A STREET AT ABOUT 30 MPH, IT…

Jun 21, 2019 · Power train · 136,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC. THE CONTACT NOTICED POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKING IN THE CARPORT. HE HAD TO ADD POWER STEERING FLUID EVERY TWO WEEKS. WHILE DRIVING AND MAKING TURNS, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL CLUNKING NOISE EMERGING FROM THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE…

Nov 2, 2018 · Fuel/propulsion system · 80,466 miles
COMPLETE FAILURE OF THE FUEL PUMP CONTROL MODULE (DRIVER) DUE TO EXENSIVE CORROSION THAT BREACHED THE COMPONENT HOUSING, LEADING TO ELECTRICAL SHORTING THAT MELTED THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TERMINAL. THIS IS CLEARLY AN ENGINEERING / ASSEMBLY FLAW BECAUSE CORROSION SHOULD BE ANTICIPATED WHEN BOLTING ZINC PARTS TO STEEL…

Explorer Sport Trac model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2004	0	86	14	1
2005	0	66	5	1
2006	0	5	0	0
2007	1	100	8	2
2008	1	23	1	1
2009	0	6	0	0
2010	1	31	2	2

Across all years, the 2001 Explorer Sport Trac has the most complaints (167). All Ford Explorer Sport Trac years →

Questions

Does the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, the most recent reported on April 25, 2007 (Steering). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?: Owners have filed 100 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (23 complaints), followed by electrical system (14).
How many 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac complaints mention a crash or fire?: 8 of 100 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 10 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 9, 2024.