Most common 2007 Ford F-450 SD problems
Share of the 16 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Ford F-450 SD complaints by model year
Best F-450 SD years: 2018, 2020, 2014. Years to avoid: 2022, 2021, 2008, 1999, 2000. Compare all years →
2007 Ford F-450 SD recalls (1)
Exterior lighting › Brake 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,…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the switches free of charge. The safety recall began on August 15, 2011. Owners May contact Ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
What 2007 Ford F-450 SD owners say
Fuel & propulsion system
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Ford f-450 SD. While driving 50 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to restart after various attempts; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. In, addition the contact stated that there was no fuel coming through the fuel filter. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 41,768.
Ford f450 diesel delaminating fuel tanks cause the vehicle to stall on the highway causing a safety hazard. The delamination causes the fuel system to not work properly such as the injectors causing the vehicles to loose power and stall. It has happened three times to me without warning. The tank is being re-coated but after doing some investigation about the problem and even the Ford service tech said it could happen again...and most likely will because the diesel fuel is interacting with whatever they put on the tanks causing it to erode. Ford will not cover this. I have found information saying it seems to be happening to tanks with these two identification numbers yc35-9k007-f8 and 5c34-9k007-ra. I guess if Ford acknowledged this they would be responsible for replacing these defective tanks. But by blaming the diesel fuel...they are not held responsible. …
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2007 Ford F-450 SD a good car?
Based on 16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 F-450 SD rates use caution: 3.1× as many complaints as a typical year of the F-450 SD at the same age. It is one of the F-450 SD years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2007 Ford F-450 SD?
The fuel & propulsion system — 12 complaints, 75% of all complaints for this model year, most often about storage › tank assembly. Next are the engine & cooling (2) and air bags (1).
How many recalls does the 2007 Ford F-450 SD have?
There is 1 recall for the 2007 Ford F-450 SD, the most recent from July 13, 2011 (brake lights). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Ford F-450 SD?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2018, 2020 and 2014. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2022, 2021, 2008, 1999 and 2000. See the full Ford F-450 SD years comparison.
At what mileage do 2007 Ford F-450 SD problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 53,000 miles; 47% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.