2005 Ford F-450 Sd problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Fuel System, Diesel (9) · Fuel/Propulsion System (6) · Fuel System, Gasoline (3)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
38 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (1)
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 (121)
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 121 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2020-01-14 · Engine · 125,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford f-450. the contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle stalled and the dashboard illuminated. the vehicle was towed to an unknown dealer in nevada where a diagnostic test was performed. the technician stated that the engine needed to the repaired. a complete diagnosis of the failure was not p…”
2016-02-09 · Steering · 108,000 mi“engine will shut off while driving and not restart or just not start.…”
2015-05-07 · Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System · 34,772 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford f-450 sd. while driving 35 mph, the engine stalled. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the fuel injection and motor needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 34,772. …”
2013-10-29 · Engine · 47,895 mi“vehicle billowing white smoke when started. not drivable. towed to recommended local truck repair company. much testing including cylinder heads themselves. #7 cylinder pushing coolant. head gasket showing signs of leaking. replaced. a month in shop. $4,000 repair bill. ford needs to take responsibility for frequency of this issue at low mi…”
2013-01-02 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 48,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford f-450 sd. the contact stated that while attempting to merge into traffic the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. the technician diagnosed that the inside of the fuel tank was delaminating and as a result, the fuel system needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was not made aware of the…”
2012-12-27 · Fuel/Propulsion System“i own two 2005 f450 mason dumps and the fuel tanks in both are flaking apart inside and destroying both of my engines !! the repairs and damage are endless and im sick to hear ford is aware of this and has not made any attempt to notify me. had i known this was an issue i would have asked them to replace both with an approved plastic tank prior to …”
2012-10-06 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 34,918 mi“in 2006 34,918 miles ford had to replace the fuel pump on my 2005 f450 truck. they also replaced the injectors several times also replaced the turbo. they have found rust in the system, this is caused from the liner in the tank has fallen apart. the truck runs real bad, bucking and losing power. the mileage on the truck now is 125000. i have change…”
2012-09-17 · Engine · 110,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford f-450 sd. the contact stated that while driving 35 mph the vehicle started to over heat and the check gauges warning lamp illuminated. the contact mentioned that after inspecting the vehicle he noticed that oil had sip into the coolant reservoir. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnose that the…”
2012-07-20 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 66,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford f-450 sd. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the vehicle began to hesitate intermittently. the contact removed the fuel tank and noticed that the lining of the fuel tank had started to peel and become mixed with the fuel. the fuel filter was also full of the inside lining of the gas tank. the dealer was n…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.