2005 Ford F-250 SD Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other F-250 SD years
- Far more complaints than other years 5th of 32 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 295 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Ford F-250 SD. That ranks 5th out of 32 F-250 SD model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (118 complaints, 40%), typically at around 30,110 miles. Complaints mention 6 crashes, 6 fires, 9 injuries. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 295owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 6complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2005 Ford F-250 SD 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension problems | 118 | 40% | 30,110 | “front end” (45%) | — |
| Steering problems | 67 | 23% | 41,500 | “front end” (37%) | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 37 | 13% | 45,550 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 32 | 11% | 68,250 | — | — |
| Power Train | 16 | 5% | 43,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 15 | 5% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 12 | 4% | 38,500 | — | — |
| Engine | 10 | 3% | 96,117 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 3% | 18,554 | — | — |
| Structure | 9 | 3% | 38,200 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | 2% | 30,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 7 | 2% | 32,040 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 1% | 138,576 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 4 | 1% | 36,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 4 | 1% | 17,500 | — | — |
| Wheels | 4 | 1% | 49,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 1% | 54,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 1% | 46,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 1% | 69,000 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 2 | 1% | 64,143 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 0% | 95,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 0% | 60,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2005 Ford F-250 SD recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Exterior lighting:brake lights; exterior lighting:tail lights
Problem: Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 ranger trucks built from january 25, 2011, through april 25, 2011 at the twin cities assembly plant, and service parts distributed to dealers for certain 2004 through 2011 model year ranger trucks, 2002 through 2005 model year excursion vehicles, and 2002 through 2007 model year f-250, f-350, f-450, and f-550 trucks for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the multi-function switch was shipped with a subcomponent (slider) that may experience deformation. A multi-function switch with a deformed slider may malfunction causing the turn signal, tail lights, hazard warning signal flashers and/or brake lights not to activate.
Risk: Non-functioning lights could increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the switches free of charge. The safety recall began on august 15, 2011. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
Electrical system:wiring
Problem: Certain pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles and vans equipped with 6.0l diesel engines may experience stalling without warning while driving and may or may not restart.
Risk: Should the engine stall, a vehicle crash could occur.
Fix: Dealers will upgrade the fuel injection control module (ficm) wire harness or replaced, and/or have a new injection control pressure (icp)) sensor connector installed free of charge. The recall began on july 22, 2005. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: On certain pickup trucks and chassis cab vehicles equipped with 5.4l or 6.8l gasoline engines, the fuel jumper line may have an incorrect end form.
Risk: The fuel line may separate at the connection to the main fuel bundle. If the fuel line separates, an operator may notice a gasoline odor and/or fuel on the ground, loss of power, and the engine will eventually stall. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will install an external retention clip at the fuel jumper line to the main fuel bundle connection. The recall began on june 20, 2005. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Violent front end oscillation (EA08007) — opened Mar 14, 2008, closed Mar 31, 2009.
- Violent front end oscillation (PE07057) — opened Nov 15, 2007, closed Mar 14, 2008.
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 f-250 sd. While driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD F-250 SD. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME VERY LOOSE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THIS WAS AN ONGOING FAILURE WITH THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND TO BILLINGSLEY FORD LINCOLN…
When stepping on brakes while directional is on the directionals stop functioning while in motion and turning which is a serious safety hazard im wondering why nhtsa 11v352000 is allowing ford to only repair certain vins especially when my year make and model are specified in the summary.with the…
On several occasions, my f250, super duty 6.0 diesel became sluggish and gas mileage suffered immensely. Then, with only 53,000 miles, my left rear disk brake caliper was dragging and started smoking. At my cost and on the left rear, i had ford replace the caliper, pads, brake line and resurface…
Tire began to shimmy, pulled over found nothing wrong, 25 miles later tire blew at highway speed causing lose of control. Tire belts did extensive damage to vehicle. Same tire as nhtsa recall number 15t-061 but manufactured 4 months prior to earliest recall production date.
Other Ford F-250 SD years
← 2004 F-250 SD · 2006 F-250 SD →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 F-250 SD | 9 | 6 |
| 2025 F-250 SD | 17 | 7 |
| 2024 F-250 SD | 40 | 4 |
| 2023 F-250 SD | 43 | 16 |
| 2022 F-250 SD | 126 | 17 |
| 2021 F-250 SD | 166 | 12 |
| 2020 F-250 SD | 266 | 14 |
| 2019 F-250 SD | 1,165 | 11 |
| 2018 F-250 SD | 398 | 9 |
| 2017 F-250 SD | 1,155 | 14 |
| 2016 F-250 SD | 290 | 3 |
| 2015 F-250 SD | 296 | 2 |
| 2014 F-250 SD | 26 | 0 |
| 2013 F-250 SD | 21 | 0 |
| 2012 F-250 SD | 57 | 0 |
| 2011 F-250 SD | 122 | 0 |
| 2010 F-250 SD | 32 | 0 |
| 2009 F-250 SD | 23 | 0 |
| 2008 F-250 SD | 141 | 0 |
| 2007 F-250 SD | 54 | 1 |
| 2006 F-250 SD | 274 | 1 |
| 2005 | 295 | 3 |
| 2004 F-250 SD | 254 | 2 |
| 2003 F-250 SD | 178 | 4 |
| 2002 F-250 SD | 245 | 3 |
| 2001 F-250 SD | 288 | 2 |
| 2000 F-250 SD | 233 | 2 |
| 1999 F-250 SD | 249 | 2 |
| 1998 F-250 SD | 1 | 1 |
| 1997 F-250 SD | 39 | 2 |
| 1996 F-250 SD | 11 | 1 |
| 1995 F-250 SD | 9 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Ford F-250 SD?
Owners most often report suspension, steering, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 118 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Ford F-250 SD?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2005 Ford F-250 SD a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F-250 SD model years, the 2005 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.