Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (fuel pump, injectors, fuel tank, hybrid and EV propulsion).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2007 Ford F-150 owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2007 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled with the power steering and braking functions inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact stated that after retrieving the vehicle, he became aware that the fuel module was defective. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle also experienced a premature timing belt failure. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the engine needed to be repaired or replaced. The engine was not repaired or replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 108,000. The consumer stated the fuel module and timing chain/phasers fail without warning.
I have a 2007 Ford f150 it has 14,454 miles. I purchased it brand new. My first experience of having the truck accelerate unexpectedly was about a year ago. Both myself and my sister was in the truck at the time. I started the engine and had my foot on the brake and shifted it in to drive when it accelerated forward for no reason. I did not think much about it until it happened again about 3 months ago. I was parked on the side of my house and started to make a u-turn when the truck again acelerated with my foot on the brake and almost crashing into my neighbors garage. Since we don't drive the truck very often I did not take it in to the dealer to have it checked. On April 12th of 2009 my son was pulling into a parking space and decide he was not straight, so he backed up and when he put the vehicle into drive with his foot on the brake it accelerated forward into a back of a building. …
While driving on a new york interstate at approximately 60 MPH in a snow storm, my truck started to miss. It then slowed down and shut off. I did not have enough time to make it to the side of the road. A truck stopped and I had him push my truck to the side of the road, causing me to have damage to my truck. Found out that the fuel pump driver module failed. It is located above the spare tire and due to a design error, water and road salt get trapped between module and mounting brace. It erodes out from the bottom side and the mounting bracket. When replaced, was informed that it is a redesigned component, lifting it away from mounting bracket. If I had not had enough room between me and the tractor trailer traveling behind me, or if I had another vehicle traveling next to me, it could be a total different outcome. …
Every vehicle that Ford put out with a cam phaser is experiencing issues with the can phaser. Any sae certified mechanic will verify this. This is a horrible design. Why hasn't Ford stepped up to the plate and fixed this issue? I believe they are trying to bury it so that they don't have to incur the cost of fixing their mistake. Due to this issue I've been stranded on the highway. The truck looses power, won't go into gear....etc....this happens after the can phaser has activated and then I come to a stop. Then it's misfiring stalling not going into gear...you name it it's an issue. A compute read on the obd2 stayed that I had misses in ignition coils 1,3 and 7 replaced them then the teaching stayed misfired is 2,4 and 5 replaced them and all the same issues... …
Upon speeding up from a stop the vehicle stuttered and stalled. I coasted to a parking lot and tried to restart. The engine would crank but no attempt to start. After several tries I stopped. Upon checking internet for problems discovered many complaints about the fuel pump driver module rusting and failing suddenly. I checked module and it was rusted through. I replaced module and truck now runs fine. I noticed that the mounting bolts have changed allowing space between module and cross member. Obviously this is an issue as the part mount has changed. If this sudden failure would have occurred at high speed serious problems May have resulted. This is a Ford issue in design that should be addressed and fixed by Ford.
Driving along, about 35mph, stopped vehicle at traffic light, engine started revving, placed both feet on brake, tried shifting to neutral, problem got worse (revved higher), light turned green, let go of brake, engine revved and vehicle went to 45mph without accelerating, applied brake, pulled over, shut off engine, restarted engine, still revving, pulled back on gas pedal with foot, engine rpms finally dropped to normal, inspected floor area -found no obstructions nor debris in pedal. Also concerned that this May have happened once before about 2 years ago, when I was involved in an accident.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Ford f-150. After refueling the vehicle, the contact noticed a strong fuel odor inside and outside the vehicle. The contact stated that there was evidence of a fuel leak only after fueling the vehicle. The contact also stated that the check engine indicator illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 07V278000 (fuel system, gasoline). The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 155,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Ford f-150. While driving various speeds, there was an odor of fuel coming from the rear of the vehicle. A local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel line hose needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to NHTSA. The failure mileage was 55,287. The VIN was not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Ford f-150. While parked, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the technician stated that the fuel driver module was corroded and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000. Ma 08/14/15 updated 10/19/2017
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Ford f-150. While driving various speeds, the contact noticed an abnormal odor coming from the fuel tank and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. No leaks were found. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact to call NHTSA and file a complaint. The failure mileage was 142,000.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
On certain trucks built with 26 gallon fuel tanks, the fuel tank May have a depression at the seam between the top and bottom halves of the tank (not visible from outside the fuel tank). If a depression is large enough, fuel May permeate the fuel tank wall resulting in a fuel odor, or a "service engine soon" indicator light.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel tank free of charge. The recall began on June 25, 2007. Owners May contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Fuel System complaints in other F-150 years
Frequently asked questions
How common are fuel system problems on the 2007 Ford F-150?
NHTSA has 54 complaints about the fuel & propulsion system of the 2007 Ford F-150, 11% of the model year's 488 complaints. The component named most often is delivery › hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (2 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2007 Ford F-150 fuel system problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 07V-278 (tank assembly, Jun 28, 2007). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2007 Ford F-150 fuel system problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 75,000 miles, and 12% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 1 fire and 0 injuries to fuel & propulsion system problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.