2007 Ford F-450 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2007 Ford F-450.

20062008
Complaints
19
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2007 Ford F-450 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#17 complaints

Diesel Fuel System

Avg mileage:53,522 mi
#23 complaints

Gasoline Fuel System

#32 complaints

Engine & Cooling

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2007 Ford F-450.

Diesel Fuel System
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
53,522
Gasoline Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Diesel:Storage:Tank Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front:Shock Absorber
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2007 Ford F-450

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~26,715 vehicles.

11V352000Exterior Lighting:brake Lights · Exterior Lighting:tail Lights
~26,715 affected

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.

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2007 Ford F-450 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2007 Ford F-450 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2007 Ford F-450 has 19 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Diesel Fuel System with 7 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2007 Ford F-450?
Top reported problems: Diesel Fuel System (7 complaints, avg 53,522 mi); Gasoline Fuel System (3 complaints); Engine & Cooling (2 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Ford F-450?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 53,522 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
Does the 2007 Ford F-450 have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 26,715 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2007 Ford F-450?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Ford F-450 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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