2005 Ford E-250 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Steering (2) · Fuel System, Gasoline (2) · Air Bags (2)
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Safety recalls (1)
Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly 2011-11-08 · campaign 11E047000 · 17 vehicles
Defect: FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL TANKS THAT COULD BE INSTALLED INTO MODEL YEAR 2004 THROUGH 2008 E-150, E-250, AND E-350 VANS AND WAGONS. THE AFFECTED FUEL TANKS HAVE AN EXTRA OBDII SENSOR HOLE ON THE TOP OF THE TANK THAT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY SEALED AND MAY LEAK FUEL.
Risk: A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.
Fix: FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANKS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 28, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-800-232-5952.
Service bulletins (56)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Power Train:automatic Transmission 2023-09-07 · SSM 51909 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
when performing any transmission fluid changes or topoffs involving mercon sp, mercon lv has replaced all versions of mercon sp and can be used going forward. mixing mercon lv and mercon sp in the same transmission is acceptable. after 30-jun-2023, mercon sp atf will no longer be manufactured and wi
Trailer Hitches 2020-07-08 · DOR-T7F8K-08 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
these skus are trailer brake control modules. the customer communication requested return of unsold inventory due to an internal software issue. the internal software issue leads to a false check trailer brake message and trailer brake controller fault whenever the brake pedal is pressed. this wi
Power Train:automatic Transmission 2014-05-01 · ASI-44534 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ford: when shifting between park, reverse and/or during 2-3 shift, an intermittent clunk occurs with a torqshift transmission. model 2003-2014 f-super duty, e series, excursion, f-53 motorhome chassis, low cab forward. *pe
Power Train:automatic Transmission:torque Converter 2014-02-01 · ASI-44404 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ford: on some trucks, there is a no crank situation and if voltage on transmission range sensor at pin 21, is less than 5 volts, disconnect the engine cooling fan clutch, electronically, and recheck voltage. model 2003-2007 f super duty, 2004-2010 e series, 2003-2005 excursion.
Service Brakes, Air 2007-09-19 · 071110 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
brake booster system may exhibit a brake pedal kickback and/or grabbing condition when applying the brakes. *nj
Electrical System:ignition:module 2007-06-07 · TSB T2007-02 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
on some vehicles, when the gateway 401 module transitions from its power down mode (ignition off) to its power up mode (ignition on) the module may not wake up. if this action occurs, the module's led display panels will not prove-out and the backlights on the led display panels will not illuminate.
Showing the 6 most recent of 56 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2019-07-08 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 125,000 mi“stalls out when driving and has no turbo boost like it should. also uses way to much diesel burns thru to fast.…”
2017-12-03 · Steering · 30,000 mi · 💥 crash“warning. safety hazard about duralast center link part# ds1287, alternative part number:ds6070x. i installed this part in 2005 ford e250 but you can install this part in other vehicles also. i replace center link 1.5 years ago(07/17/2015). metal thread on ball joint broken and made car unsteerable. this happened at parking when i turn wheels, if …”
2013-08-12 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 110,000 mi“the fuel tank straps failed due to rust in feb of 2013, the fuel tank will rust through soon. this is not an oem fuel tank in this vehicle it has a dot approved fuel tank from a mfg called transfer flow, inc.out of chino, ca. i am disabled, the van was bought new as a modified wheelchair accessible conversion van. it is a 2005 ford e-250 that ha…”
2011-04-15 · Air Bags · 40,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford e-250. the contact stated that once starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light remained illuminated for almost two weeks. the vehicle was not inspected by a dealer or an independent mechanic. the manufacturer was then contacted and they advised him that he was not included in any recalls. the failure mileage wa…”
2010-10-08 · Air Bags“2005 ford e250 conversion van. consumer writes regarding air bag warning light illuminating.* tgw the consumer stated he paid for the repairs at his expense, after he was told the warranty had expired. *jb …”
2010-03-11 · Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System · 187,000 mi“information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) spark plug ejection or blowout, i have a 2005 ford e250 van. this is a very serious and common problem on ford motors, can you look into this issue for us ford owners. the repair in my case is going to be very costly, due to the fact i will have to rent a …”
2010-02-18 · Tires · 💥 crash“2005 ford econline e250 left rear tire blew out causing the driver to lose control and drove down an embankment into a ditch. *kb the driver claimed minor injury to his right hand. ohio traffic crash report # 10-0034-90 updated letter 04/29/10 *bf…”
2010-01-19 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 74,600 mi“normal driving of a 2005 ford e 250 econoline van and smelled gas. when home, removed engine cover and discovered fuel line leak and significant pooling of gas on rear section of top of engine, the flex portion of the fuel line that feeds the fuel injection manifold had failed just before the connection to the injector. upon removal of the fuel …”
2009-09-14 · Steering · 2,000 mi“my 2005 ford f250 superduty continues to experience violent steering vibration when encountering uneven road surfaces at highway speeds. since purchasing this vehicle in august 2005 i have had several incidents where i was barely able to retain control of the vehicle once the front end oscillation started. this is a well known problem and is docume…”
2006-07-31 · Suspension:front · 10,000 mi“dt*: the contact stated that the front suspension started to shake while entering a bridge at 65 mph during normal road conditions. the vehicle was taken to the dealership who could not duplicate the problem. the vehicle is still being driven, however the bridge is now entered at an angle to avoid the development of the shaking effect.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.