2007 Ford Five Hundred vs 2007 Toyota Avalon
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 | 2007 Ford Five Hundred | 2007 Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 199 | 243 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 9 | 210 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 47 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–21 | 23 |
| Median reported mileage | 66,180 mi | 44,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Five Hundred | Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 70 | 85 |
| Power Train | 59 | 23 |
| Engine | 21 | 19 |
| Electrical System | 22 | 17 |
| Structure | 8 | 30 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 19 | 8 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 21 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 20 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 51 | 13 |
| Stalling | 14 | 12 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 6 |
2007 Ford Five Hundred
2007 Toyota Avalon
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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.