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2007 Ford F-250 Reliability ReportKeepScore 68/100 · top failure points · buy or avoid

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Grade: C+

A formidable workhorse whose true reliability is entirely dependent on its powertrain and previous maintenance.

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Quick Facts · 2007 Ford F-250

  • Outscores the 2006 Ford F-250 by 13 points — one of the stronger nearby years to consider.
  • The system most likely to surface first: 6.0l power stroke diesel engine (critical severity).
  • Has 4 NHTSA recalls on record — the most notable involves the seats.

2007 Ford F-250: Buy or Avoid?

The 2007 Ford F-250 offers immense capability, but its overall reliability is heavily dictated by the engine choice; the 6.0L Power Stroke diesel carries significant, well-documented risks that pull down an otherwise stout chassis. For those willing to invest in its 'bulletproofing,' it can be a powerhouse, but for others, the robust gasoline V10 or V8 are far safer bets, making it a truck that demands careful consideration before purchase.

Biggest Strengths

  • Heavy-duty chassis and frame
  • Exceptional towing and hauling capability
  • TorqShift automatic transmission durability

2007 Ford F-250 — Known Trouble Spots

The systems that break first on the 2007 Ford F-250. Mileage windows, repair costs, and fix-before-you-buy notes are in the full report.

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6.0L Power Stroke Diesel Enginecritical
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Rust and Corrosionmajor
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Electrical Systemmoderate
Typical mileage, cost ranges, and the exact what-to-check list are in the full report.

Safety Recalls on the 2007 Ford F-250

4 recalls on record from NHTSA. Check your VIN atnhtsa.gov to see if the repair was performed.

SEATS

Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit Van, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, and 2007 Ford F-250-based shuttle vehicles equipped with Freedman GO-3S foldaway seats. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 RANGER TRUCKS BUILT FROM JANUARY 25, 2011, THROUGH APRIL 25, 2011 AT THE TWIN CITIES ASSEMBLY PLANT, AND SERVICE PARTS DISTRIBUTED TO DEALERS FOR CERTAIN 2004 THROUGH 2011 MODEL YEAR RANGER TRUCKS, 2002 THROUGH 2005 MODEL YEAR EXCURSION VEHICLES, AND 2002 THROUGH 2007 MODEL YEAR F-250, F-350, F-450, AND F-550 TRUCKS FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH WAS SHIPPED WITH A SUBCOMPONENT (SLIDER) THAT MAY EXPERIENCE DEFORMATION. A MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH WITH A DEFORMED SLIDER MAY MALFUNCTION CAUSING THE TURN SIGNAL, TAIL LIGHTS, HAZARD WARNING SIGNAL FLASHERS AND/OR BRAKE LIGHTS NOT TO ACTIVATE.

What breaks on the 2007 Ford F-250?

Full reliability breakdown — engine, transmission, rust, electrical. With repair costs and mileage danger zones.

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