I have a 2007 Ford five hundred with continental p215-60r17 tires. On dec 14, 2007, after my tires had been rotated at town east Ford in mesquite texas, I noticed a large bubble in the right front tire along the seam of the tire. Said tire id# DOT code a3kt 3mt 3906.the tires had approx 21,250 miles at the time. They have been rotated at least 4 times since I purchased the car and I can show…
2007 Ford Five Hundred tires problems
moderate 3 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $150 · see tires across all vehicles →
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$150
What stands out
No new NHTSA tires complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 18 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
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Common questions
How serious is the tires problem on the 2007 Ford Five Hundred?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $150 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the tires 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 $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/Five Hundred.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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