2005 Ford E-550 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other E-550 years
- Not enough data 2nd of 12 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Ford E-550. That ranks 2nd out of 12 E-550 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 25%), typically at around 1,500 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2005 Ford E-550 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 25% | 1,500 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 25% | 36,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 25% | 23,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | 25% | 15,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2005 Ford E-550 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2005 Ford E-550.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford e-550. While the vehicle was at the dealer for routine maintenance, the fuel tank was discovered to be corroded causing the fuel pump to fail. The dealer advised that the fuel tank and the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
Ford 650 truck, year 2005, total miles 15,000. Problem; rusting fuel tank clogging filters and fuel injectors. *tr
I purchased my 2005 ford escape january 15, 2005. In april that same year was the first time i attempted to start my brand new truck and it would not start. The vehicle will crank but the engine will not turn over. This happens about every 3-4 months. I have taken it to my local dealer regarding…
Dt*: the contact stated the engine continued to stall. The dealer replaced 4 fuel injectors, 2 oil lines, and 2 oil pumps. The service dealer was unsure how to rectify the issue. The vehicle stalled while in gear, whether accelerating or not.
Other Ford E-550 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 E-550 | 3 | 0 |
| 2005 | 4 | 0 |
| 2004 E-550 | 1 | 2 |
| 2003 E-550 | 66 | 4 |
| 2002 E-550 | 1 | 2 |
| 2001 E-550 | 0 | 1 |
| 2000 E-550 | 0 | 1 |
| 1999 E-550 | 0 | 1 |
| 1998 E-550 | 0 | 1 |
| 1997 E-550 | 0 | 1 |
| 1996 E-550 | 0 | 1 |
| 1995 E-550 | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Ford E-550?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine and engine cooling, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Ford E-550?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2005 Ford E-550 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other E-550 model years, the 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.