2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 66 | 100 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 10 | 24 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15 | 15–16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,000 mi | 42,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Explorer Sport Trac | Ford Explorer Sport Trac |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 3 | 23 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 14 |
| Engine | 4 | 11 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 10 | 4 |
| Structure | 11 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 10 |
| Tires | 3 | 10 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 9 |
2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.