2005 Ford F-350 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2005 Ford F-350 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 114 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 3 fires, 2 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Steering (28 reports).

3Recalls
114Owner complaints
4Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2005 Ford F-350 recalls

Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights; Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights

Recall 11V352Jul 13, 201126,715 vehicles affected

Equipment Adaptive/Mobility

Recall 09V026Jan 26, 2009108 vehicles affected

Equipment Adaptive/Mobility

Recall 09V025Jan 23, 2009111 vehicles affected

Most common 2005 Ford F-350 problems

Problem areas named in the 114 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Steering28
Suspension25
Engine18
Engine And Engine Cooling17
Fuel System, Diesel16
Electrical System15
Fuel/Propulsion System12
Fuel System, Gasoline8
Power Train5
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)4

What owners report

2025-04-01, Air Bags
The contact owns a 2005 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving approximately 60-65 MPH and coming up to a bridge, the contact stated that the roadway was a bit wet from ice and rain, and the contact stated that the vehicle ahead entered the bridge and started skidding, so the contact let up off the accelerator pedal; however, when the vehicle entered the bridge, the vehicle started sliding and the contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed head-on into the concrete barrier surrounding the bridge and broke the two picking eyes that was welded unto the front sub frame of the vehicle. The contact stated that the front bumper was severely damaged, and he was concerned that that the ai
2024-06-14, Electrical System
Vehicle stalls while driving and wont start again suddenly while operating. Fuel injectors won’t feed fuel line to restart or operate. Occasional start but then stalls continuously until battery dies from trying. Will start when priming the carburetor however will not stay running and stalls out.
2024-02-29, Steering
Twice today, traveling at 75mph on highway [XXX] (northbound and then several hours later southbound) just north of Ardmore OK, I experienced a violent shaking of the steering wheel/front wheel shimmy. The vehicle was difficult to control due to the violent shaking that did not stop until the vehicle slowed to approximately 20mph. Once the shaking stopped the vehicle was okay to drive. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2023-07-04, Steering
My 2005 F350 Diesel Pick up has suffered from the Ford death wobble on and off for the last 15 years. While navigating a left hand corner at speeds over 40 it begins to shake uncontrollably after hitting a small bump or pot hole until speed is reduced to 30mph or less. I have replaced bearings, uppper & lower ball joints, torque arms and other suspension parts without finding a cure.
2022-05-30, Suspension
Multiple times driving the truck at speed limit and hit small bump or a little bumpy part of road triggers the death wobble. Have to almost come to complete stop on highway to stop wobble.

2005 Ford F-350 questions

Does the 2005 Ford F-350 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2005 Ford F-350: Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights; Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights; Equipment Adaptive/Mobility; Equipment Adaptive/Mobility. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Ford F-350?

Based on 114 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (28), Suspension (25), Engine (18).

How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Ford F-350 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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