The 2007 Ford Five Hundred's elevated safety profile includes 1 recall campaigns and 199 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

199

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

11V3550002011-13-07

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP

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.

FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2007 Ford Five Hundred has accumulated 199 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with vehicle speed control leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Vehicle Speed Control35

02Power Train29

03Electrical System13

04Engine And Engine Cooling10

05Power Train,engine8

199 total across 1 model years (2007–2007)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Ford Five Hundred Fuel Economy

19–21mpg combined

17-19city

23-26hwy

$3,200-$3,550/yr

With 2 configurations tested, the 2007 Ford Five Hundred ranges from 19 to 21 MPG combined. That's a 2 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

Five Hundred FWD - Automatic 6-spd

21mpg

3.0L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

19 city26 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor

Five Hundred AWD - Automatic (variable gear ratios)

19mpg

3.0L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive

17 city23 hwy~$3,550/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2007 Ford Five Hundred

13States

29%in top 3

If you're near Missouri, you're in luck: 14% of listings are there. But with 13 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

MOMissouri

214%

MDMaryland

17%

MNMinnesota

17%

ILIllinois

17%

VAVirginia

17%

NCNorth Carolina

17%

NENebraska

17%

AZArizona

17%

WAWashington

17%

OKOklahoma

17%

CACalifornia

17%

WVWest Virginia

17%

DCWashington DC

17%

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2007.

2007 Ford Five Hundred: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2007 Ford Five Hundred a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2007 Ford Five Hundred. There are 1 recall to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2007 Ford Five Hundred?

Yes, 1 recall on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2007 Ford Five Hundred?

Fuel economy ranges from 19 to 21 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $263 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2007 Ford Five Hundred?

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL problems top the list with 199 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2007 compare to other Ford Five Hundred years?

Each Ford Five Hundred model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Ford Five Hundred overview page.

Other Ford Five Hundred Years

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