CarRecallWatchThe 2005 Ford F-450 SD has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 40 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Diesel (13 reports).
2005 Ford F-450 SD recalls
Most common 2005 Ford F-450 SD problems
Problem areas named in the 40 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel System, Diesel | 13 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 7 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 5 |
| Engine | 4 |
| Visibility | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
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 PROVIDED. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TO ANOTHER INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO KEPT THE VEHICLE FOR A WEEK AND REPAIRED AN UNKNOWN FAILURE. THE VEHICLE LOST POWER WHEN IT WAS STARTED AND THEN HAD TO RESTARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A THIRD INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO REPLACED EIGHT INJECTORS. THE VEHICLE OPERATED AS INTENDED FOR A WHILE HOWEVER, THE FAILU
ENGINE WILL SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING AND NOT RESTART OR JUST NOT START.
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.
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 MILEAGE. *TR
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 FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 48,000.
2005 Ford F-450 SD questions
Does the 2005 Ford F-450 SD have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2005 Ford F-450 SD: Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights; Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights; Electrical System:Wiring; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Steering:Gear Box:Shaft Pitman. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Ford F-450 SD?
Based on 40 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Diesel (13), Fuel/Propulsion System (7), Fuel System, Gasoline (6).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Ford F-450 SD 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.