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 REPAIR MY TRANSMISSION OR REPLACE IT. HE DID TELL ME A NEW TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT BE FROM FORD SINCE THEY DON'T MAKE THOSE AN…
2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac powertrain problems
severe 21 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
21
Recalls
0
Crashes
2
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 5 most recent
TRUCK SOMETIMES STAYS IN 1ST GEAR FOR A LONGER THAN NORMAL PERIOD OF TIME. ALSO HESITATES/JERKS WHEN ACCELERATING IN 1ST GEAR. *TR
TRANSMISSION JUMPS INTO FIRST AND SECOND GEARS FROM START. ENGINE SURGES AND CAUSES VEHICLE TO JUMP. NO GOOD IDEA WHEN GOING THROUGH MILITARY GATE ENTRANCES. TRANSMISSION HESITATES WHEN TAKING OFF. TRANSMISSION MAKES LOUD NOISE WHEN YOU STOP. FEELS LIKE SOMEONE CRASHES INTO VEHICLE. ACTION NOT SAFE FOR RUSH-HOUR FREEWAY DRIVING OR ANY DRIVING WHEN YOU MUST DRIVE SLOW. SUCH, AS IN ICE AND SN…
I HAVE HAD MY 2007 SPORTRAC 8 CYL. FOR 1-1/2 YEARS. EVERY MORNING WHEN I START MY VEHICLE, I MUST WAIT A FULL THIRTY SECONDS OR MORE BEFORE I CAN PUT THE CAR IN GEAR. IF I DO IT SOONER, THEN THE ENGINE WILL REV, BUT THE VEHICLE WILL NOT MOVE. IF I REV THE ENGINE TO 6,000 RPM IT WILL BUDGE A BIT. I HAVE TAKEN IT IN TWICE FOR THIS AND THE DEALER SAYS THERE IS NOTHING WRONG. ADDITIONALLY, I AM ONLY G…
TRANSMISSION SURGES WHEN DOWNSHIFTING WHEN BRAKING. *TR
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?
It's a meaningful issue. 21 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $2,500.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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