2007 Ford Explorer
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2007 Ford Explorer is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 320 on record.
2007 Ford Explorer at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2007 Ford Explorer recalls 3
CERTAIN CURVED TEMPERED REPLACEMENT GLASS MANUFACTURED BY HANGZHOU SAFETY GLASS LTD AND SUPPLIED TO SAFELITE BY AUTO TEMP INC., IDENTIFIED AS DOT-430, AND SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN DOMESTIC AND FOREIGN VEHICLES MAY NOT BREAK INTO SMALL PIECES AS EXPECTED OF TEMPERED GLASS AND FAILS TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 205, "GLAZING MATERIALS."
Fix: SAFELITE WILL NOTIFY ITS RETAIL CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE GLASS FREE OF CHARGE. RETAIL CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT SAFELITE TOLL FREE AT 1-888-843-2906. SAFELITE WILL NOTIFY ITS WHOLESALE CUSTOMERS AND REIMBURSE WHOLESALE CUSTOMERS FOR CURRENT INVENTORY AND AT A SPECIFIED RATE FOR REPLACING THEIR CUSTOME…
MARATHON IS RECALLING CERTAIN SEAT COVERS, BRAND SUPERHIDES WITH PART NUMBERS 593, 594, 578, 960, 228, 228-09, 267-08, 333, 625, AND 630, SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE SEAT COVERS ARE MADE OF HEAVIER THREAD AND ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH SEATS CONTAINING SIDE AIRBAGS. THE HEAVIER SEAT COVER COULD INTERFERE WITH FULL DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIRBAG IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Fix: MARATHON WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE SEAT COVER FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MARATHON AT 1-800-735-2769.
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.
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.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2007 Ford Explorer common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 208 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2007 Ford Explorer safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2007 Ford Explorer 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2007 Ford Explorer MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2007 Ford Explorer worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2007 Ford Explorer costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($6,352) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,785), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2007 Ford Explorer trims & engines on record
2007 Ford Explorer vehicles on record
2007 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU63827UB43545
2007 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU63E37UB33323
2007 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer1FMEU74E67UA53499
2007 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU63E77UA53894
2007 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU63E17UA88138
2007 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU73E47UB36060
2007 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU73E37UB04653
2007 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU73E87UB55131
2007 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU73E17UB47484
2007 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU63E77UA61400
2007 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU73EX7UB68317
2007 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU63E47UA92300
2007 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU63867UA58644
2007 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU63E47UB32360
2007 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer1FMEU74E47UB28412
2007 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU63E07UA33762
2007 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU73E97UA71402
2007 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU73E67UA53407
2007 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU63E67UB08951
2007 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer1FMEU74E77UA96233
2007 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU73E87UA57572
2007 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU73EX7UA94672
2007 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU73E47UB42957
2007 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU73EX7UA78049
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2007 Ford Explorer — frequently asked questions
Does the 2007 Ford Explorer have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2007 Ford Explorer. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Ford Explorer?
Based on 208 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, electrical system, air bags.
What is the 2007 Ford Explorer safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2007 Ford Explorer crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 3★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).
What gas mileage does the 2007 Ford Explorer get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2007 Ford Explorer at about 15 mpg combined (13 city / 19 highway).
How much is a 2007 Ford Explorer worth?
Comparable 2007 Ford Explorer listings run roughly $3,600–$9,300, typically around $6,352 (from 319 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.