2005 Ford F-350 Sd problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Steering (21) · Fuel System, Diesel (21) · Suspension:front (20)
🧭 Reliability snapshot
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
198 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (2)
Equipment 2020-12-09 · campaign 20E090000 · 102 vehicles
Defect: Icon Vehicle Dynamics, LLC (Icon) is recalling all 05-UP FSD 2.5 Centerline Stabilizer Kits with part number 65050. The kits were sold as an accessory for certain 2005-2021 Ford F-250 4X4 and F-350 4X4 pickup trucks. The foam ring inside the stabilizer "through shaft" may block the piston ports, possibly causing the steering to lock up.
Risk: If the steering locks, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Icon will notify owners, and dealers will install a new shock assembly with a revised foam ring and steel support disc, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2020. Owners may contact Icon customer service at 1-951-689-4266.
Exterior Lighting:brake Lights 2011-07-13 · campaign 11V352000 · 26,715 vehicles
Defect: 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 EQU
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.
Service bulletins (143)
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
Equipment 2021-01-27 · SSM 49495 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2005-2021 f-super duty 4x4 vehicles operated in extreme dust, mud or tar sand conditions may exhibit accelerated 4x4 vacuum hub seal and or wheel bearing wear as a result of harsh operating conditions. a knuckle seal shield kit is now available for customer purchase. the kit is designed for sev
Trailer Hitches 2020-07-08 · DOR-Z2E6B-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
Suspension 2020-01-29 · SSM 48494 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2005-2020 f-super duty 4x4 vehicles operated in extreme dust, mud or tar sand conditions may exhibit accelerated 4x4 vacuum hub seal and or wheel bearing wear as a result of harsh operating conditions. a knuckle seal shield kit is now available for customer purchase. the kit is designed for sev
Equipment 2020-01-13 · DOR-U2J7Y-02 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this sku is a spare tire hoist. test results identified that the pull force parameter was not within specification, as a precautionary measure unsold inventory was requested to be returned for testing and containment. we don't have evidence that these test results have contributed to a product fai
Equipment 2020-01-13 · DOR-C2C6H-02 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this sku is a spare tire hoist. test results identified that the pull force parameter was not within specification, as a precautionary measure unsold inventory was requested to be returned for testing and containment. we don't have evidence that these test results have contributed to a product fai
Showing the 6 most recent of 143 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2019-02-27 · Tires · 230,000 mi“driving on interstate i-85 in north ga on sunday, february 24th traveling 65mph. rear driver side tire tread flies off. truck rocks and makes a lot of noise. able to maintain control of vehicle and move to emergency lane. tire appears to have peeled apart like a banana. *dt*jb…”
2018-09-02 · Steering · 143,000 mi“driving down the highway i hit a small bump at 65mph and the entire front end started violently shaking like it was going to fall apart. has happened to me 3 times now and to my pregnant wife 3 times in one trip! very scary and a serious issue that should be rectified immediately. extremely dangerous situation at 60mph+ or any speed really.…”
2017-07-18 · Engine · 🔥 fire“2005 ford f-350. attorney representing consumer writes in regards to vehicle engine fire. *smd attorney sent additional correspondence. *ld updated 07/18/2017 *js…”
2016-02-08 · Unknown Or Other · 170,000 mi“i was driving on a two lane back road around 45 to 50 mph, and my truck started violently shaking and i lost all control of steering. i went into the oncoming lane, luckily no one was coming, and had to hit my brakes hard to get the shaking to stop. it has also happened while driving at speeds of 35-40 on a city street and 60 mph on a highway. this…”
2015-10-27 · Electrical System · 263,755 mi“vehicle stall/die while driving without any warning. when the vehicle dies, unable to turn the steering wheel and no power at all. have a recall number 05s34, but ford dealership won't repair it because my vin isn't on recall. what should i do next?…”
2015-10-27 · Engine · 52,000 mi“the head bolts have a known defect, which ford filed a class action suit against the engine manufacture novastar for and won. this defect/weakness can cause the bolts to fail/break causing many components to become damaged. this can potentially cause an accident and/or injury to the vehicles occupants. i believe this issue needs to be addressed …”
2015-09-17 · Tires · 94,585 mi · 💥 crash“tire failure causing accident with property damage and minor injuries. tire was the front left tire on a 2005 ford f350 4x4 srw. tire had approximately 25,000 miles. accident occurred while towing a fifth wheel toy hauler trailer. trailer is 25' long with an approximate empty weight of 5500 lbs. also in the trailer were personal effects including o…”
2015-08-20 · Wheels · 57,000 mi“ this has to do with 19.5" wheels manufactured by vision wheel,specifically wheel # 81a-9770mbo. on the back of the wheel there is a relief machined around each lug hole that is about 1/8"deep x 3/4" in dia. whether this is a manufacturing design or a flaw i am not sure,but previous wheels of the same model no. do not have this and are flat on the …”
2015-03-01 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 143,000 mi“for the past week my truck has been taking longer to start then normal today it started to stall on my i was able to get it home while it stalled 4 more times on the way. shopped at a friends shop on the way home and had them scan the computer found out my ficm is no go my ipr is bad and my stc fitting is bad they found the stc when they pulled the…”
2015-02-03 · Engine · 124,723 mi“tl*the contact owns a 2005 ford f-350 sd. the contact stated that while driving at approximately 60 mph, the vehicle stalled as the check engine warning light illuminated. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 124,723.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.