Excessive out-of-balance vibration with 20"pirelli scorpion atr tires on 2007 f-150. The internet is full of similar complaints. My service Ford dealership says there is a tsb that explains that this condition for the "first 20 miles from rest" is normal. That's hardly acceptable. My mileage is just under 12,000 and my tire warranty is soon expired. They have rebalanced the tires 4-5 times…
2007 Ford F-150 tires problems
severe 49 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $150 · see tires across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
49
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$150
2crashes
2injuries
When does it fail?
Of the 49 tires complaints filed for the 2007 Ford F-150, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Of the 13 model years of Ford F-150 we track for tires problems, this one carries the most owner complaints on file — 49.
Owners have filed 49 tires complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
The failure pattern owners describe
Valve stem failure dominates complaints. Owners describe stems cracking or leaking, with three to four failing per vehicle over a few years. The TR414 stem (branded TOPSEAL, TECH INTERNATIONAL, or others) appears repeatedly. First failures often occur between 11,000 and 26,000 miles, and one owner found all four valve stems cracked after the first one failed. A tire pressure warning light usually alerts the driver, though some discover the leak only when checking pressure. Replacement costs range from roughly $26 to $185 per stem or tire, depending on whether a new tire is required. Ford issued a monthly-inspection notice years into ownership; dealers split on warranty coverage, and some owners had to replace stems out of pocket.
Tire bead separations and blowouts also appear regularly. Two owners experienced sudden tire failures at highway speeds causing loss of control and collisions—one hit an 18-wheeler, resulting in $70,000 in damage. Sidewall shredding and complete bead separation occurred as low as 14,000 miles. One owner with 19,000 miles on original Hankook tires found the entire sidewall destroyed with the valve stem gone.
Premature wear patterns show cupping and tread loss at 9,000–15,000 miles when manuals promised 30,000. Sidewall bulges and separation also appear. One owner found four valve stems dry-rotted within 13 months of purchase, suggesting age or material defect rather than abuse. Tire pressure sensors occasionally fail alongside valve stem failure, and in one case metal debris from a fractured stem punctured the tire and damaged the sensor. One complaint questions whether P-rated (passenger) tires are appropriate for a heavy-duty truck.
Same Ford F-150 tires reports on nearby years: 2005 · 2006 · 2009 · 2010
Failure modes owners describe
Valve stem cracking and failure
Tire valve stems crack or fail completely, causing slow leaks or sudden deflation. Multiple owners report three to four valve stems failing over the life of the vehicle. Stems identified include TOPSEAL TR414 (Shanghai Baolong Corporation), TECH INTERNATIONAL TR414, and others. Failures occur with little warning in some cases; tire pressure monitoring system alerts owners in others. Some owners find all four original valve stems cracked or leaking when inspecting after the first failure.
When: Most failures occur between 11,000 and 26,000 miles; some within the first year of ownership. One report cites a failure at 49,000 miles.
Symptoms owners cite: Tire pressure warning light illuminates; Tire loses air slowly or rapidly; Air can be heard or observed escaping from valve stem area; Valve stem visibly cracked or missing; Multiple valve stems fail in succession over months; Tire pressure sensor fails alongside valve stem failure
Codes mentioned: TOPSEAL TR414, TECH INTERNATIONAL TR414, TR414 (Dill Company listed as defected)
Repairs/costs cited: Replacement valve stems cost owners $1.50 to $26.55 per stem for labor and parts at tire shops or dealerships. Some owners upgraded to brass high-pressure stems at $6.00 each. Multiple replacements often necessary—one owner spent $185 for a new tire after valve stem failure, others had tires replaced multiple times.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Ford issued a safety notice advising owners to inspect valve stems monthly but stopped short of mandating dealer replacement. Some owners report dealer refusal to replace stems outside warranty. Hankook offered partial refunds on tires. One owner notes Ford stated it would only replace defective parts, not preventively replace all stems.
Tire bead separation and blowout
Complete or partial separation of tire bead from the rim, resulting in catastrophic blowout. In one case, a tire bead split during parking; in another, the tire sidewall completely shredded. One owner with 19,000 miles on original Hankook tires experienced sidewall destruction with valve stem completely gone. Another reported two front-tire blowouts within 1.5 hours of driving, both at highway speeds, causing vehicle collision with an 18-wheeler.
When: Reported between 14,000 and 19,000 miles; one case at normal driving after pressure inflation.
Symptoms owners cite: Sudden blowout during normal driving; Sidewall completely shredded or split; Tire bead separates from rim; Loss of control or pulling to one side after blowout; Valve stem completely missing after blowout
Repairs/costs cited: Blowouts require full tire replacement. One owner spent $690 replacing all four tires with General Ameritrac. Collision damage resulting from blowouts: one owner sustained $5,000 property damage to truck and caused $70,000 damage to an 18-wheeler.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Hankook blamed mounting technician error; tire shop and owner's automotive associates disputed this. Ford did not acknowledge defect in one case. No recalls issued for tires themselves in these narratives.
Premature tread wear and cupping
Tires show abnormal wear patterns including cupping (scalloped indentations), balling on inside sidewalls, and rapid tread loss well below expected mileage. One owner reported tires cupped at 9,000–11,000 miles and failing inspection at 15,000 miles despite manual stating 30,000-mile minimum expectancy. Another had sidewall bulges and tread separation at 220,000 miles.
When: Premature cupping observed at 9,000–11,000 miles. Tread worn past inspection limits by 15,000 miles. Sidewall bulges and separation reported at 220,000 miles and around 255,000 miles.
Symptoms owners cite: Visible cupping or scalloping of tread surface; Balls forming on inside sidewalls; Tread depth worn below safe levels at low mileage; Sidewall bulges and cracks; Tread separation from tire body
Repairs/costs cited: One owner replaced tires at 15,000 miles when manual specified 30,000-mile minimum. Another replaced both rear tires at 220,000 miles due to sidewall defects. Owners reported normal tire rotation and pressure maintenance.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Ford refused coverage for cupping, stating tires should be purchased from Ford. Tire manufacturer (Cooper) offered no assistance despite acknowledging possible defect; later blamed road conditions.
Tire imbalance and vibration
Tires develop excessive out-of-balance vibration despite repeated rebalancing. One owner with 20-inch Pirelli Scorpion ATR tires experienced persistent vibration through 12,000 miles with four to five rebalancing attempts. Dealer invoked technical service bulletin claiming vibration within first 20 miles is normal.
When: Vibration present from early ownership (under 12,000 miles reported).
Symptoms owners cite: Excessive vibration at highway speeds; Vibration persists after multiple rebalancing; Tire balancing does not resolve issue
Repairs/costs cited: Four to five rebalancing attempts at dealership; no permanent repair achieved. Tire warranty expiring soon.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealer cited TSB explaining vibration in first 20 miles as normal; owner disputes acceptability at 12,000 miles.
Tire pressure sensor malfunction
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) sensor fails or malfunctions, often coinciding with valve stem failure. One owner reports sensor light continuously illuminating after multiple tire repairs. In another case, metal from a fractured rear valve was found cutting through the sidewall and puncturing the tire, damaging the sensor.
When: Failures align with valve stem failures, ranging from 15,000 to 32,000 miles.
Symptoms owners cite: TPMS warning light continuously illuminates; TPMS light comes on intermittently (every 6 months); Sensor fails to alert driver to actual tire pressure loss; Metal debris damaging sensor
Repairs/costs cited: Replacement sensors implied but costs not stated separately from tire/valve stem repairs.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Ford and dealers have blamed sensor failure on extensive tire shredding from valve stem defect; refused warranty coverage.
Incorrect tire rating for vehicle weight
2007 F-150 equipped with P-rated (passenger car) tires instead of LT (light truck) tires from factory. Owner notes P-tires are not designed for truck load and off-road use. States previous F-150 models came with LT tires; current generation shifted to P-tires, with LT tires now only on F-250.
When: Present from vehicle purchase (2007 model year).
Symptoms owners cite: P-rated tires installed on 7,700 GVW truck; Lack of load capacity for intended truck use
Codes mentioned: DOT APU9AU612407
Synthesized from 49 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 7 most recent
Hankook dynapro as p235-70-r17s tire with approximately 60% wear (according to Ford dealership where vehicle was purchased and tires replaced). During normal driving noticed abnormal bumping that appeared to be associated with tire or front end. Took vehicle to shop to check balance and wheel alignment. Tech found the above described tire had separated and the steel belting was protruding…
I had filed a complaint #10229285 and nothing has be resolved to date I read others have had similar complaints and all related to Ford. *tr
2007 Ford f150 was leased from enterprise leasing on march 31, 2008 at gainesville, florida. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) showed low tire pressure at time of lease delivery. Agent for enterprise had tires inflated at time of lease delivery. Was informed by enterprise that tires and air pressure were fine. On april 6, 2008 (6 days later), the vehicle hydroplaned going 55 MPH in…
Front left tire deflated rapidly while traveling on an interstate. Before I could get safely off the highway the tire came apart. Upon examination the only reason for the loss of air appears to be a cracked valve stem. I checked the other 3 wheels and found the valve stems all cracked. I could have had multiple tire failures! I purchased a new tire and am having all 5 valve stems replaced. This…
I bought a used Ford 2007 f-150 super crew cab 4x4. New tires were put on by the dealer. I have had three separate incidents of the tire valve stems breaking and causing deflation while in movement. After two breaking I went to the dealer and complained. I was told they had no reason or complaints of this occurring.while traveling out of state I had a third stem break. Each time I had new stems…
Tire failed on highway apparently due to cracked valve stem. *tr
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Common questions
How serious is the tires problem on the 2007 Ford F-150?
It's a meaningful issue. 49 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $150.
At what mileage does the tires typically fail?
Across the 41 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most tires failures cluster between 15,000 and 26,183 miles, with the median around 20,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 15,000; a quarter make it past 26,183. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $150 for tires 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 tires?
No active recalls currently cover tires 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.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/Ford/F-150.
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