2007 Ford F-250 recalls and problems

4 recalls and 60 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2007 Ford F-250.

4
recalls
60
owner complaints
2
complaints mentioning a crash
0
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 F-250 recalls

Seats

NHTSA campaign 19V238000 · reported March 26, 2019 · Vantage Mobility International, LLC · 12 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit Van, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, and 2007 Ford F-250-based shuttle vehicles equipped with Freedman GO-3S foldaway seats. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.
The risk
In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
The fix
Vantage has notified owners, instructing them to contact Freedman for a repair kit, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540.

Exterior lighting: brake lights · Exterior lighting: tail lights

NHTSA campaign 11V352000 · reported July 13, 2011 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 26,715 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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 2004 through 2011 model year ranger trucks, 2002 through 2005 model year excursion vehicles, and 2002 through 2007 model year f-250, f-350, f-450, and f-550 trucks for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the multi-function switch was shipped with a subcomponent (slider) that may experience deformation. A multi-function switch with a deformed slider may malfunction causing the turn signal, tail lights, hazard warning signal flashers and/or brake lights not to activate.
The risk
Non-functioning lights could increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.

Equipment adaptive/mobility

NHTSA campaign 09V026000 · reported January 26, 2009 · COMM TRANS SULLY CORPORATION · 108 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Comm trans is recalling 108 my 2005-2008 ford e250 and e350 vans built on ford chassis and equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift system accessible for motor vehicles." the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.
The risk
A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
The fix
Comm trans is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or comm trans at 901-726-9394.

Equipment adaptive/mobility

NHTSA campaign 09V025000 · reported January 23, 2009 · COMM TRANS SULLY CORPORATION · 111 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Comm trans is recalling 111 my 2005-2008 ford e250 and e350 vans built on ford chassis and equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "platform lift installations on motor vehicles." the threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.
The risk
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
The fix
Comm trans is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or comm trans at 901-726-9394.

Most reported problems

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

What owners report

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

Apr 29, 2024 · Engine

See attached document for complaint

May 18, 2023 · Steering

Have owned this truck for a couple of years and have been enduring the "Death Wobble" over the local train tracks, but I am always able to control my speed. But the other day while traveling down the interstate, I hit a pothole and truck was shaking until brought the truck to a stop. Luckily I was able to get off the…

Jun 23, 2022 · Structure

Rear fuel tank strap broke on 6/20/2022. Fuel tank hit ground. Very dangerous cant believe i am only one and this hasnt been recalled.

Mar 17, 2022 · Suspension

Truck randomly has the notorious death wobble when going over bumps. It shakes violently and i have to slow down or stop. Tried to have it diagnosed by mechanic several times with no outcome, this is when I researched and found out a lot of ford trucks have this issue. Is it a severe safety issue and with the…

Sep 15, 2021 · Latches/locks/linkages

The contact owns a 2007 Ford F-250. The contact stated that the passenger’s and driver’s side rear door locking mechanisms were faulty and the doors could no longer be opened. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was contacted regarding the failure. The manufacturer was not yet notified of…

F-250 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2004 215484
2005 314433
2006 4221105
2007 46020
2008 7197104
2009 05401
2010 07322

Across all years, the 2000 F-250 has the most complaints (326). All Ford F-250 years →

Questions

Does the 2007 Ford F-250 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2007 Ford F-250, the most recent reported on March 26, 2019 (Seats). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Ford F-250?
Owners have filed 60 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is steering (23 complaints), followed by suspension (23).
How many 2007 Ford F-250 complaints mention a crash or fire?
2 of 60 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received April 29, 2024.