Does the 2005 Ford Cvpi have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2005 Ford Cvpi, the most recent reported on March 6, 2007 (Wheels). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Ford Cvpi?

Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is exterior lighting (6 complaints), followed by wheels (4).

How many 2005 Ford Cvpi complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 20 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2005 Ford Cvpi recalls and problems

2 recalls and 20 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Ford Cvpi.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2005 Ford Cvpi recalls

Wheels

NHTSA campaign 07V079000 · reported March 6, 2007 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 109,664 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain police vehicles equipped with steel wheels, some of the wheels may develop cracks in the rim near the weld line that connects the rim to the disk.
The risk: The cracks can ultimately result in rapid air loss from the tire and could affect vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the four road wheels and spare wheel based on the wheel part number. The recall began on march 15, 2007. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-343-5338.

Electrical system: wiring, interior/under dash

NHTSA campaign 05V206000 · reported May 9, 2005 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 132,800 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain police interceptors (cvpi) and commercial heavy duty (taxi) vehicles, at extremely high operating temperatures, the sound insulating panel, located under the vehicle positioned between the exhaust system and the underbody, could sag and possibly contact the surface of the catalytic converter.
The risk: If this occurs, the insulator might experience charring of the outer layer, burning odor, or smoke which may ultimately result in a fire.
The fix: Dealers will remove the existing dash insulator and install a revised design insulator pad free of charge. The recall began on june 3, 2005. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Exterior lighting6
Wheels4
Service brakes, hydraulic3
Fuel system, gasoline2
Vehicle speed control2
Electrical system1
Latches/locks/linkages1
Steering1
Visibility1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Apr 16, 2014 · Exterior lighting · 168,999 miles
I WAS DRIVING FOR APPROX. 5 MIN AND MY HEADLIGHTS JUST CUT OFF. I PULLED OVER TURNED THE LIGHT SWITCH ON AND OFF AND STILL NO HEAD LIGHTS. THE PARK LIGHTS WOULD WORK JUST FINE. I HAD TO DRIVE HOME USING MY BRIGHT LIGHTS. LUCKILY, NO ONE WAS WALKING BECAUSE I WOULD NOT HAVE BEEN ABLE TO SEE THEM AT ALL. I TOOK THE CAR…

Mar 19, 2013 · Steering · 58,741 miles
LOW SPEED STEERING FAILURE. COULD NOT CONTROL STEERING AT LOW SPEED. - STEERING WHEEL RESISTED MOVEMENT TO CONTROL VEHICLE. VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY BROUGHT TO FORD DEALER AND FOUND THAT 5W1Z*3B676 STEERING SHAFT ASSEMBLY WORN CAUSING STEERING/CONTROL PROBLEM. ORIGINAL OWNER WITH FORD EXTRA CARE WARRANTY - REPAIR NOT…

Sep 26, 2011 · Visibility · 13,700 miles
I AM HAVING A PROBLEM WITH OUR 2005 CROWN VIC HEADLIGHTS GOING OUT WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING. WINDSHIELD WIPERS ONLY WORKS ON HIGH.

Jun 8, 2011 · Electrical system · 128,925 miles
DRIVING VEHICLE...HEADLAMPS TURNED OFF ON THEIR OWN...PROBLEM TRACED TO LAMP CONTROL MODULE...PROBLEM WITH THIS PART HAS BEEN INVESTIGATED BY NHTSA PREVIOUSLY...FORD NEEDS TO BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR FAILURES OF THIS PART.

Oct 30, 2010 · Exterior lighting · 72,356 miles
DRIVING A 2005 CROWN VICTORIA IN THE EARLY AM (IT WAS DARK) ON A CITY STREET WITHOUT STREET LIGHTS. THE HEADLIGHTS WENT OFF. STOPPED THE CAR IMMEDIATELY. TURNED LIGHTS OFF AND BACK ON. ALL LIGHTS EXCEPT THE HEADLIGHTS WORKED. EXPERIMENTED WITH THE LIGHT SWITCH AND TURN SIGNAL LEVER. DISCOVERED THE BRIGHTS WORKED WHEN…

Cvpi model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2002	0	2	0	0
2003	3	78	1	0
2004	2	17	0	1
2005	2	20	0	0

Across all years, the 2003 Cvpi has the most complaints (78). All Ford Cvpi years →

Questions

Does the 2005 Ford Cvpi have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2005 Ford Cvpi, the most recent reported on March 6, 2007 (Wheels). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Ford Cvpi?: Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is exterior lighting (6 complaints), followed by wheels (4).
How many 2005 Ford Cvpi complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 20 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received April 16, 2014.