Ford Explorer Sport Trac problems
100 owner complaints with NHTSA, no active recalls. Here's where owners say it breaks.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.
- No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
- Reliability score 7.8/10 — above the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
- powertrain — 21 owner reports · tends to show around 36,072 mi · ~$2,500 to fix
- engine — 17 owner reports · tends to show around 62,857 mi · ~$3,100 to fix
- electrical — 13 owner reports · tends to show around 62,663 mi · ~$850 to fix
- brakes — 11 owner reports · tends to show around 23,290 mi · ~$450 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: powertrain is flagged severe on this model , showing up around 36,072 mi. Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — no active recalls on this model right now, but confirm none were opened after this car was built.
Verdict for buyers: 7.8/10 model. The priciest documented failure is engine (~$3,100) — get the seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
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A noise, a warning light, a repair quote, "should I buy this?" — get an answer grounded in this vehicle's actual NHTSA record, not generic advice.
Answers use this vehicle's NHTSA complaint & recall record — owner-reported and unverified, not a diagnosis. Verify anything safety-critical with a mechanic.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
Your road ahead on this 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
When owners report each system failing, in actual miles — so you can see what's likely behind you, what's due around now, and what to budget for next. Enter your mileage to mark where you are.
- ~9,300 mibrakes~$450
- ~20,000 mipowertrain~$2,500
- ~25,000 mitires~$150
- ~65,000 miengine~$3,100
- ~72,481 mielectrical~$850
"Typical" = median owner-reported failure mileage from the NHTSA complaint record for this exact year and model. Not a maintenance schedule — a heads-up on where this model's failures cluster.
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
I purchased a 2007 Ford explorer sport-trac with a heated windshield. The windshield has a wire mesh in it. When driving at night lights from on coming cars produce a bad glare on the windshield making it difficult and dangerous to drive. To date Ford has refused to fix this…
I brought my '07 sportrac with 73,800 miles to the Ford dealer to troubleshoot a check engine light and the wrench light, which it displayed for a few minutes and disappeared. After some troubleshooting 2 hrs later, the guy came out and gave me some bad news. I will need to…
The brake pedal had become soft after 51,000 miles and a recent brake job. After calling the mechanic who did the job he said that the lines didnt need to bleed because the lines were never opened.
Truck sometimes stays in 1st gear for a longer than normal period of time. Also hesitates/jerks when accelerating in 1st gear. *tr
Estimate your repair exposure
Drag to your current mileage. Numbers are derived from this vehicle's complaint history.
Common questions
Is the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 100 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?
On the NHTSA data, the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 7.8/10 — above the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?
Inspect the powertrain first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 21 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 36,072 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac a good used car to buy?
It scores 7.8 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 100 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is powertrain. Typical failure occurs around 36,072 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 21 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 36,072 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The powertrain is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 36,072 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Ford Explorer Sport Trac has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 100 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $2,500, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.