Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2007 Ford Five Hundred. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗FUEL TANK FILLER
- Summary
- FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007 FORD FIVE HUNDRED AND MERCURY MONTEGO VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 5, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 11, 2006. THE FUEL TANKS MAY NOT HAVE CONSISTENT WELDS BETWEEN THE FUEL TANK AND FUEL FILLER NECK SPUD WHICH CAN AFFECT THE STRENGTH OF THE JOINT. SOME FUEL TANK SPUD WELDS MAY NOT PROVIDE THE EXPECTED STRENGTH IN THE EVENT OF A SEVERE REAR IMPACT TO THE VEHICLE. AN IMPROPER WELD CAN RESULT IN A CRACK IN THE JOINT WHICH COULD ILLUMINATE THE EMISSIONS MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT, CAUSE A FUEL ODOR, OR ALLOW FUEL TO LEAK OUT.
- Consequence
- FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 16, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332.
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Owner complaints (199)
199 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The vehicle speed control is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 199 |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle speed control | 70 | 35.2% |
| Power train | 59 | 29.6% |
| Electrical system | 22 | 11.1% |
| Fuel system | 22 | 11.1% |
| Engine | 21 | 10.6% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 19 | 9.5% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 13 | 6.5% |
| Structure | 8 | 4% |
| Equipment | 7 | 3.5% |
| Unknown or other | 7 | 3.5% |
How 2007 compares with other Five Hundred years
Best and worst Five Hundred years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 | 510 | 2 |
| 2006 | 364 | 0 |
| 2007 | 199 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 21 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,200
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 423 g/mi
- EPA class
- Large Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 21 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · CVT | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 23 / 19 | $3,550 | 468 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2007 Five Hundred for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2007 Ford Five Hundred FAQ
How many recalls does the 2007 Ford Five Hundred have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 11V355000 (fuel system). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2007 Ford Five Hundred problems?
Owners filed 199 complaints with NHTSA. Vehicle speed control (70), Power train (59), Electrical system (22) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2007 Ford Five Hundred get?
EPA rates the 3 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 19 city, 26 highway and 21 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2007 Five Hundred compare with other years?
Among the 2004–2007 Ford Five Hundred model years at least five years old, the 2004 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2005 the most (510). The 2007 drew 199. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.