2005 Ford F-150: adaptive cruise control problems

Filed Apr 26, 2016 · Brakes, Electrical · 114,000 miles · AL · fire

Fuse 14 controlling ABS module, dtr sensor, reverse lights, pcv heater, air conditioner compressor, cruise control deactivator switch and daytime headlights was repeatedly blowing. Truck was serviced by dealer on 3-23-16, replacing the A/C compressor. Replacing the A/C compressor did not resolve any issues. The truck was returned to the dealer on 4-6-16 for the same issue with the same fuse. The dealership replaced the fuse and performed diagnostic tests on the truck, then informing me that they could not diagnose or locate the short. The dealership informed me that I would have to drive the truck until the fuse started blowing more frequently. The first time the truck was driven after work was performed the cruise control was not functioning properly. The truck engine would surge as the truck went down the road with the cruise control on. The issue with the cruise control happened on 4-9-16. On the morning of 4-10-16 the truck was driven approximately 4 miles and parked in the drive of my home. After entering the house the alarm was heard sounding on the vehicle, at which time I stepped outside to find the truck on fire. The fire seemed to have started on the inside of the truck.

Filed Jun 2, 2015 · Electrical, Transmission · 175,000 miles · KY · fire

On the morning of march 5th 2015 I started my truck to warm the inside and also melt the snow off my windshield. I got in the truck and backed out away from house. Due to having snow on the driveway I turned on the 4 wheel drive in high. My four wheel drive would not work so I tried to swicth to 2 wheel drive back to four wheel drive but the 4 wheel drive would not turn on. I grabbed the gear shift to put the truck back in park when I noticed my gear shift could float to park to 1st gear freely and would not shift. At this time I noticed smoke starting to come inside cab from under dash and thru the vents. I jumped out and opened the hood. A 1 foot section of a wiring harnes mounted to the firewall had caught fire. I made attempts to put out the fire but within a few seconds the engine compartment was engulfed. In 2 to 3 minutes the entire inside of the cab was also completely on fire. My wife who was watching me immediatly called 911 to get the fire department. After 3 minutes the truck was already a total lose. Due to the truck being only 60' from my house and burning so hot I was concerned about my house catching fire. Two gentleman from the rescue squad arrived but it was too late for anything to be done. I was able to get a backhoe and put the fire out with snow. Unfortunately I had liability insurance only which meant a total lose. I never dreamed that the truck would burn up sitting in my driveway!!!! I know there have been some recalls for f150 due to fire hazards with the cruise control for other year model close to 2005. A vehicle catching fire while its sitting in a driveway running is totally unacceptable. The truck was in excellent shape and had no after market parts or work performed. I have no ideal why the wiring harness caught fire.

Filed Mar 17, 2010 · Acceleration · 23,000 miles · MS · crash

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford f-150. The contact stated he was traveling at speeds of 50 MPH with the cruise control activated. Upon depressing the brake pedal, the cruise control would not deactivate and the vehicle proceeded to accelerate without driver intent, crashing into a street sign. The vehicle continued to maintain activation of the cruise control and the contact utilized the emergency brake in order to bring the vehicle to a stop. The contact did not report any injuries. A police report was not filed. The dealer could not duplicate the failure and stated that the vehicle was operating as designed. There were no prior warnings and the current and failure mileages were 23,000. The consumer stated he was unable to stop the vehicle and consequently, he drove off the road and hit a sign post and side swiped the back of another vehicle. Updated 04/23/10.

Filed Aug 4, 2009 · Acceleration · 44,500 miles · VA

Occasionally the cruise control will not release either by pressing brake or turning off on steering wheel button. Have to brake against cruise control until vehicle slows enough for it to drop out. Which is nearly stopped.

Filed May 12, 2009 · Engine · 69,500 miles · CA

Regarding: 2005 ford f 150 truck purchased new from dealer, has been having problems with stalling. It has stalled in reverse and while driving on freeway. It is very dangerous. I almost got into an accident today on the freeway, which is why I am taking the time to look into this matter. I also know a few people with the same problem and have also seen many postings online for this issue. Many people have been injured in accidents and many trucks have caught on fire. All have started with these same problems. Ford recognized this problem until the made year of 2004. I do believe it also a problem with 2005, and maybe with other years. This really needs to be checked into. I have had my truck looked at by a mechanic, and he is not sure of the problem. I see a lot of problems with ford and fuel injectors and cruise control with my year of truck, but no recalls. This is a serious matter and I would appreciate that it be handled responsibly.

Filed May 16, 2008 · Electrical · 36,000 miles · CA

Driving on the freeway at approximately 70 miles per hour I activated the vehicles' cruise control system. Without warning the vehicles' interior lighting came on and I subsequently noticed that the vehicle had died ( engine, was no longer running). In a panic, I attempted to turn the ignition key with negative results. I cautiously pulled to the shoulder of the freeway, placed the transmission in park and turned the ignition key to the off position. I then turned the key to the starting position and the vehicle started again. This occurred on two separate occasions. An additional issue with the vehicles air conditioning system has happened several times wherein (usually within the first couple minutes of start up) when the air conditioning is turned on, on the "auto" setting, for example at the 60 degree setting on high, the system will intermittently turn off and then turn on displaying 72 degrees, then turn off, maybe back on again etc., blowing at a much lower speed. Addressed complaints with ford dealership, however, (as always) they were unable to duplicate problem. Inquired about any service bulletins and informed that there were none. Thank you for your time.

Filed Apr 24, 2008 · Acceleration · DE

We own a 2005 ford f150 supercrew pickup bought in june 2005. Over the past 3 years we have had numerous instances where the truck will accelerate unexpectedly when either just coming to a stop or when completely stopped. Example- sitting at bank drive through- stopped- when the gas was hit to move forward, the engine revved up and it took both feet on the brake to stop the vehicle- with wheels spinning. We believe it to have something to do with cruise control. Have had to dealer on 2 occasions they find nothing. Last week, I drove the vehicle and was coming to a stop behind a truck at a red light. As I braked, the engine revved to high, wheels were screeching, I kept both feet on brake- the engine would not slow down. I threw it into park- still had engine revving and turned off key before it stopped. We had our personal mechanic look at it. He can find nothing wrong. I refuse to drive it anymore and want it on record that there is something wrong with this vehicle that could kill someone some day. Any feedback is appreciated. *tr 3/11/2010 update*cw invoice received. Updated 09/13/10

Filed Mar 24, 2008 · Steering · 38,000 miles · OH · crash

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 ford f150. While driving 55 MPH, on interstate 77 the tie rod broke causing the driver to lose steering control crashing into a barrier. The vehicle was towed. The manufacturer was notified and a representative stated that they were not trained in the field to know what a tie rod was. A senior representative at the manufacturer filed complaint# 0569400748; however, the contact has not received a follow up call. He was also advised that they could not assist him since he did not have the vehicle diagnosed at a ford dealer. The vehicle is not equipped with anti lock brakes or cruise control. The contact can provide the part that failed and photos. The contact is aware of the safety risk involved. The failure mileage was 38,000 and current mileage was 38,100. Updated 04-08-08 *bf updated 04/08/08

Filed Jan 4, 2007 · Electrical · 19,000 miles · TN · fire · 1 injury

On december 22, 2006, the contact had used the cruise control and it smelled like something electrical was burning. He turned off the vehicle and when he returned 2 hours later the smell had dissipated. The contacted stated that on december 28, 2006 his 2005 ford f150 crew cab caught on fire. He had been driving approximately 8 minutes. The contact was driving approximately 35-40 MPH. The weather conditions were dry. The contact stated smoke started coming up out of the dash board. There were no warning signs or alarms. He pulled over to the side of the road and was only able to roll the window down a quarter of an inch. The doors on the vehicle would not open. The contact had to keep banging his shoulder against the door and jiggling the handle before the door would open. The contact was using the cruise control. The police and fire department came to the scene. The contact was transported to the hospital for smoke inhalation. The vehicle became completed engulfed in flames. The contact has a police report and fired department report. Kb

Filed Nov 8, 2005 · Acceleration · WA

Dt: the contact states was driving 72 MPH with the cruise control on when he started to go downhill, the vehicle accelerated to 85 MPH. At that time, he pressed the brakes and deactivated the cruise control. This happened two more times, and he took the vehicle to the dealership. Two different dealerships and the manufacturer stated it is the way the vehicle was designed. *ak updated11/29/05.

Filed Aug 12, 2005 · Acceleration · 12 miles · MO

Dt: 2005 ford f150. When reversing then going forward the vehicle surges forward. It feels like the cruise control kicks in and it is hard to stop. Took the vehicle to the dealership at least 7 times. He talked to a different manager each time. The consumer almost went off of a cliff. This happened the first time the day of purchase. He took the vehicle back the following monday and the dealership reprogrammed the chip in the accelerator. The problem recurred. The dealership stated they could not duplicate the problem. He has called ford, and after they contacted the engineers, he was told there was nothing they could do. He would have to take it back to the dealership. It has happened at 7 times.

Filed Jul 20, 2005 · Acceleration, Transmission · 5 miles · MO

Dt: the consumer stated 2005 ford f150 surged forward. It felt like cruise control kicked in. He took the vehicle to dealer, and dealership called ford, and they had the accelerator chip realigned. After the vehicle was fixed the surging continued. He continued to contact the dealership and ford. According to customer service the engineers said they could not find anything wrong with it. Consumer was currently afraid to drive the vehicle, so was sitting in the driveway. The vehicle was taken in last week, and they kept it for a week, and they stated they could not find anything wrong with it. On the way home transmission slipped and surged forward. Dealership and the manufacturer kept telling him to call the other. Consumer stated vehicle has been at dealership at least five times, and got a different service manager every time. The problem started the night he purchased the vehicle.