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Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
Overall rating NHTSA-grounded
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $4,500–$7,000
The 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac exhibits average reliability. It has a significant number of power train complaints and some recall activity related to steering issues but lacks any critical systemic failures or endemic safety issues.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage | Cost range | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| power train | 80,000–120,000 miles | $1,500–$2,500 | common |
| electrical system | 70,000–110,000 miles | $300–$800 | common |
| service brakes | 60,000–100,000 miles | $400–$900 | occasional |
| engine | 85,000–130,000 miles | $1,500–$3,000 | occasional |
| steering | 90,000–130,000 miles | $500–$1,200 | rare |
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change every 5,000 miles
- Brake fluid change every 30,000 miles
- Transmission fluid change every 60,000 miles
- Coolant flush every 50,000 miles
- Inspect belts and hoses annually
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Delayed shifting indicating transmission wear
- Unusual tire wear patterns
- Intermittent electrical issues
- Noise when turning steering wheel
Generated by gpt-4o on 8/24/2026. Cost ranges are conservative estimates that account for typical regional variation.