Does the 2005 Ford F-550 SD have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2005 Ford F-550 SD, the most recent reported on July 13, 2011 (Exterior lighting: brake lights, Exterior lighting: tail lights). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Ford F-550 SD?

Owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel system, diesel (16 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (5).

How many 2005 Ford F-550 SD complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 32 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2005 Ford F-550 SD recalls and problems

4 recalls and 32 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Ford F-550 SD.

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 F-550 SD recalls

Exterior lighting: brake lights · Exterior lighting: tail lights

NHTSA campaign 11V352000 · reported July 13, 2011 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 26,715 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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 equipment." the multi-function switch was shipped with a subcomponent (slider) that may experience deformation. A multi-function switch with a deformed slider may malfunction causing the turn signal, tail lights, hazard warning signal flashers and/or brake lights not to activate.
The risk: Non-functioning lights could increase the risk of a crash.
The 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.

Electrical system: wiring

NHTSA campaign 05V270000 · reported June 10, 2005 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 180,104 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: Should the engine stall, a vehicle crash could occur.
The fix: 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. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

NHTSA campaign 05V266000 · reported June 9, 2005 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 78,675 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: The fuel line may separate at the connection to the main fuel bundle. If the fuel line separates, an operator may notice a gasoline odor and/or fuel on the ground, loss of power, and the engine will eventually stall. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
The fix: 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

NHTSA campaign 05V135000 · reported April 6, 2005 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 481 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: If the re-circulating balls become dislodged a vehicle operator may notice noise and increased steering efforts that may eventually progress to impaired steering or potential loss of steering which could result in a crash.
The fix: 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.

Most reported problems

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

Fuel system, diesel16
Engine and engine cooling5
Electrical system4
Engine2
Fuel system, gasoline2
Fuel/propulsion system2
Power train2
Tires2
Service brakes, hydraulic1
Vehicle speed control1

What owners report

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

Nov 2, 2013 · Fuel/propulsion system · 140,000 miles
I WAS DRIVING MY TRUCK AND IT STARTED TO LOSE POWER LIKE IT WAS RUNNING OUT OF FUEL. THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE TRUCK JUST SHUT OFF. I COULDN'T GET THE TRUCK TO RESTART AT ALL. THE TRUCK WAS TOWED TO A GARAGE. WHEN I LOOKED IN TO THE FUEL TANK I FOUND THE INSIDE OF IT WAS PEELING APART. I CHECKED THE FILTER AND THEY…

Sep 10, 2013 · Engine · 30,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD F-550. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE MISFIRED, HESITATED, AND STALLED WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE MAINTENANCE LIGHT. THE FAILURE RECURRED OVER THE COURSE OF 7 YEARS. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WHERE IT WAS STATED…

May 29, 2013 · Fuel/propulsion system · 40,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD F-550 SD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS CAUSED BY A CLOGGED FUEL FILTER. THE FUEL TANK COATING PEELED OFF AND OBSTRUCTED THE FUEL FILTER. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED…

May 20, 2013 · Engine · 53,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD F550 SD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER NOR WAS THE VEHICLE REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 53,000.

Jul 23, 2012 · Vehicle speed control · 115,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD F-550. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKING, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. THE CONTACT HAD TO APPLY THE BRAKES TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THEY WERE GOING TO LOOK INTO THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE…

F-550 SD model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2002	4	22	0	3
2003	5	33	1	5
2004	2	49	1	5
2005	4	32	0	0
2006	1	44	0	1
2007	1	23	0	2
2008	4	26	2	0

Across all years, the 2000 F-550 SD has the most complaints (72). All Ford F-550 SD years →

Questions

Does the 2005 Ford F-550 SD have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2005 Ford F-550 SD, the most recent reported on July 13, 2011 (Exterior lighting: brake lights, Exterior lighting: tail lights). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Ford F-550 SD?: Owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel system, diesel (16 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (5).
How many 2005 Ford F-550 SD complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 32 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 November 2, 2013.