There are no safety recalls for the 2005 Ford F Series, but owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA.
2005 Ford F Series problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | |
| Electrical System | 2 | |
| Power Train | 1 | |
| Visibility | 1 | |
| Tires | 1 | |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Visibility › Rear Window Wiper/Washer — 1
- Electrical System › Wiring — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 46,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2005 Ford F Series complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Suspension · at 40,000 miles · reported Dec 12, 2011
Our 2005 ford f-350 super duty, (With less than 50,000 miles) continues to have instances of extreme front end shaking when crossing bridges and going over any size bumps in the road, (Big or small). When this happens, the vehicle is 'out of control'!!! This is a severe and dangerous problem that ford needs to recall. It is clear that this is an ongoing issue with this vehicle. Is it going to take a fatal crash to get the attention from the ford manufacturer????? Or a class action lawsuit???? The local dealerships deny there is any issue with the vehicle, have paid private mechanic to install…
Fuel System, Gasoline · at 26,143 miles · reported Nov 14, 2011
Starting with a service on 2/19/2008 the truck had been idling really rough and making a ticking sound when started. At that time the ford service department stated that the noise went away with factory oil and filter. This problem has persisted up to and including when we took it in last week where we were told that this could be fixed with thicker oil, and to return when it is time for our next service. The second issue has persisted since mid 2010, it is a foul fuel smell coming inside the cab, through the AC vents when the truck is started in the morning and when idling. We have been told…
Engine and Engine Cooling · at 54,240 miles · reported Sep 17, 2011
Spark plugs came apart during routine maintenance/replacement. My require complete removal of cylinder head to remove broken pieces. Design is horrific and guaranteed to fail.
Engine and Engine Cooling · reported Sep 3, 2011
I have a ford 2005 f-150 that has a misfire in cylinder number 6 due to a spark plug defect according to the mechanics. The spark plug cannot be removed without breaking as it appears to be fused to the head. It is my understanding that ford manufacturer will not repair or replace this defect at no cost to the consumer. Upon further investigation, and judging by the number of consumer complaints with the same issue during the past few years, this problem appears to be a manufacturer's defect and thusly not a consumer problem. The spark plug defect was discovered at the time of emission testing…
Electrical System · at 167,000 miles · reported Feb 24, 2011
The truck had several crank-no start problems. It continued over a period of a few weeks. Vehicle finally got to the point it would not restart. It was a little hesitant at times when running and I was afraid it would die on me in traffic. We ran a diagnostic check on vehicle in beginning and retrieved code for the cam sensor. We replaced and it drove fine for one week. That's the point where it would not start. We had towed to dealership and upon their diagnosis has determined that the engine wire harness from the ficm to PCM and to the injectors had shorts in it. I have read on a previous…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2005 Ford F Series have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2005 Ford F Series as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Ford F Series?
Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (3 reports), followed by electrical system (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 46,000 miles.
Are Ford recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ford dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.