Most common 2005 Ford F-550 SD problems
Share of the 32 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Ford F-550 SD complaints by model year
Best F-550 SD years: 2018, 2013, 2017. Years to avoid: 2000, 1999, 2004, 2006, 2005. Compare all years →
2005 Ford F-550 SD recalls (4)
Exterior lighting › Brake lights
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,…
Remedy: 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.
Electrical system › Wiring
Certain pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles and vans equipped with 6.0l diesel engines May experience stalling without warning while driving and May or May not restart.
Remedy: Dealers will upgrade the fuel injection control module (ficm) wire harness or replaced, and/or have a new injection control pressure (icp)) sensor connector installed free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2005.
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
On certain pickup trucks and chassis cab vehicles equipped with 5.4l or 6.8l gasoline engines, the fuel jumper line May have an incorrect end form.
Remedy: Dealers will install an external retention clip at the fuel jumper line to the main fuel bundle connection. The recall began on June 20, 2005. Owners May contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Steering › Gear box › Shaft pitman
On certain chassis cab trucks, the steering gear May have some gears with a gear piston that was assembled with an incorrect re-circulating ball tube retainer. An incorrect retainer May result in an improperly retained re-circulating ball tube, which May not keep the re-circulating balls in place during steering gear actuation.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the steering gear for a specific date code and replace if necessary free of charge. The recall began on April 4, 2005. Owners May contact at 1-800-392-3673.
What 2005 Ford F-550 SD owners say
Fuel & propulsion system all 20 →
Truck started losing power on the highway. Would hardly climb an incline. We exited the highway, truck was running worse, and finally stalled out. It would only restart and run rough for a minute or two after letting it sit for a while, and then stall again. I had to get the truck towed back to my shop. We changed the fuel filters, and the one in the frame rail had a silver flaky substance inside the filter. I had to put the truck on a trailer, and bring it to the dealership. I was told I needed a new fuel tank, a new fuel pump, new fuel filters, and the fuel system needs to be flushed. They said they are aware of the problem, and they called a warranty rep. They refused to help me. I called Ford roadside assistance, and they refused to help me. I now have to spend thousands to fix this. …
1. 2005 Ford f550 diesel truck stalling, rough idle, loss of power completely. 2. The diesel fuel tank is delaminating and has caused $6,000 worth in damages. My truck stopped working completely and was towed to a Ford dealership here in hawaii for diagnosis. My f550 is currently covered with a super duty diesel engine care warranty that cost over $3,000 yet Ford will not replace the defected tank that has caused thousands of problems nationwide to date. The tanks need to be recalled and individuals need to be reimbursed. Ford has taken away from our economy and endangered our roads. 3. Fuel filters, fuel tank, fuel injectors, fuel pumps, fuel pressure regulators, and fuel senders all need to be replaced. They are planning to replace the fuel tank with the same manufactured tank. …
Engine & cooling
Truck was purchased brand new by my company in 2005. This problem began in 2008. I have records of preventative maintenance being done per manufacturer instructions. I also had the pm done at the dealership. The chief problem is the engine has continual power issues which include stalling, shaking, excess smoking. The engine just stops running which is a huge safety risk while driving it. Since 2008 this truck has been to the dealership via tow truck for the same chief complaint at least 12 times. Each time the dealership will work on the EGR valve, the EGR cooler, the oil cooler, the icp valve, injectors, head and intake gaskets, the computers shoot codes such po261, po264, po267, po269, po270 and po273, po276, po279, po280 and po611. This trucks engine needs recalled to find the main problem. It is now 2012 my truck is 7 years old with just at 100,000 miles. …
Tl* - at a stop sign the contact was getting ready to accelerate across a main road with this 05 Ford f-550 super duty. While accelerating the vehicle completely lost power, stalling in the middle of the road. Before vehicle completely stalled, the check engine warning light came on within a second after the engine light came on the vehicle stalled out. The vehicle was towed into dealership and at the dealership they stated that the oil pump pressure dropped below 20 pounds causing the vehicle to shot off automatically. Updated 02/22/07.
Electrical system
1. 2005 Ford f550 diesel truck stalling, rough idle, loss of power completely. 2. The diesel fuel tank is delaminating and has caused $6,000 worth in damages. My truck stopped working completely and was towed to a Ford dealership here in hawaii for diagnosis. My f550 is currently covered with a super duty diesel engine care warranty that cost over $3,000 yet Ford will not replace the defected tank that has caused thousands of problems nationwide to date. The tanks need to be recalled and individuals need to be reimbursed. Ford has taken away from our economy and endangered our roads. 3. Fuel filters, fuel tank, fuel injectors, fuel pumps, fuel pressure regulators, and fuel senders all need to be replaced. They are planning to replace the fuel tank with the same manufactured tank. …
Tl contact owns a 2005 Ford f550. The contact stated the vehicle started loosing power and stalling while driving. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who stated that the injection control pressure sensor failed. The contact reviewed NHTSA recall campaign number 05V270000 (electrical system: wiring), but was told by the manufacturer that their vehicle was not included. The failure mileage was 148,000 and the current mileage was 153,000. Fuel injection control module was replaced. Updated 08/31/2011
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2005 Ford F-550 SD a good car?
Based on 32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2005 F-550 SD rates avoid: 4.0× as many complaints as a typical year of the F-550 SD at the same age. It is one of the F-550 SD years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Ford F-550 SD?
The fuel & propulsion system — 20 complaints, 63% of all complaints for this model year, most often about storage › tank assembly. Next are the engine & cooling (7) and electrical system (4).
How many recalls does the 2005 Ford F-550 SD have?
There are 4 recalls for the 2005 Ford F-550 SD, the most recent from July 13, 2011 (brake lights). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Ford F-550 SD?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2018, 2013 and 2017. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2000, 1999, 2004, 2006 and 2005. See the full Ford F-550 SD years comparison.
At what mileage do 2005 Ford F-550 SD problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 50,000 miles; 50% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.