2005 Ford F-150: check engine light

Filed Sep 8, 2025 · IL

While changing the spark plugs 7 of the eight broke off in the engine block, the threaded section came out but the ceramic bottom portion is what broke. I find that this is somewhat common because Auto Zone rents a spark plug extractor specifically for this. My safety isn’t at risk. Problem not reported to a dealership yet. No inspection yet. The check engine light was on

Filed Nov 21, 2024 · Engine · 190,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2005 Ford F-150. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, there was an abnormally loud knocking sound coming from the engine. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the cam phasers had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHSTA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 190,000.

Filed Jul 18, 2023 · Engine, Fuel system · 200,000 miles · AZ

The contact owns a 2005 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, he smelled an abnormal fuel odor. Additionally, the contact stated that while the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.

Filed Oct 7, 2019 · Engine · 184,994 miles · MN

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford f-150. Upon starting the vehicle, it idled and the contact heard a rattling noise coming from the engine. The contact also stated that the vehicle had an oil leak and the check engine indicator illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic to have the ignition coils replaced; however, the failures continued. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 184,994.

Filed Sep 3, 2019 · Transmission · 84,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford f-150. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to several unknown dealers for transmission repairs. The transmission column shift assembly was replaced in 2007. In 2010, the transmission fluid spilled and the gasket, filters, and spark plugs were replaced; however, the repair did not correct the failure. The contact stated that the vehicle did not accelerate over 40 MPH and vibrated. The contact also stated that when the vehicle was driven up hill with the accelerator pedal depressed, the vehicle decelerated. In addition, the check engine and transmission fault indicators illuminated. The manufacturer provided the contact with case number: n24150780-f193g8. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 84,000.

Filed Feb 27, 2017 · Body · 40,435 miles · CT

Took my truck in for service (engine light on for the oxygen sensor) and when they put the truck on the lift the frame folded because it had rusted out on both sides. I was still driving this truck at highway speeds. I bought the truck new and it was driveway parked in connecticut for the 12 years I have owned it. The mileage on the truck is a little over 40k and the body parts of the truck look very good. I had to scrap the truck for parts, very sad. Someone should notify other owners of the 2005 f150s to check the frames because I had no idea it was this bad.

Filed Nov 29, 2016 · Acceleration, Engine · 130,000 miles · AR

Truck was bought and I replaced all spark plugs and even had to replace a clinoid because was told that was the problem. Its not... There is a ball valve in the transmission that keeps the truck from building enough pressure to be able to shift which throws a code and says misfire on 6 been replaced twice now so clearly not the problem. This is a major issue.. Truck feels as if fixing to fie then check engine light will come on start flashing but throw no codes and you cant speed back up because it feels like your truck is about to die and you don't want to blow your motor.

Filed May 13, 2016 · Engine · 138,400 miles · OH

I was driving through the country, and something felt odd. At approximately 45 MPH, the truck started to shake, (more than normal) and was then vanish after 55 MPH. After the next few days, the shaking got worse. My first thought, "I have a misfire on one of my cylinders". On my way home from work my truck through a check engine light. I then proceeded to take it to my dealer because at this point it would barely go over 40 MPH. They checked the code and turns out that the truck has a number of problems; that what I have seen on this website are a very common issue with this year and engine type (5.4l v8 tritton). I need new vct solenoids, new camphasers, timing adjustments, and new cam shaft position sensors. To make a long story short, the common problem that happens to this engine, happened yet again. Bad cam phasers. Happened around 138,4xx miles. Not sure if any previous owner replaced this part before or not. But, it seems even if replaced, the problem will still persist in the future. This is in need of recall.

Filed Oct 27, 2015 · Engine · 140,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford f-150. The contact stated that while driving, there was an abnormal noise coming from the engine area and the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact also indicated that while idle, the vehicle would shake and rattle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the engine solenoid failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 140,000.

Filed May 24, 2015 · Acceleration, Engine · 97,000 miles · TN

Driving on interstate doing 70 MPH (in fast lane) when truck stopped/stalled and I guess from research went into "limp mode". I was unable to press the gas pedal, it just shook three times each of which slowed it down incredibly, the check engine light was on and a wrench showed up, but the radio still worked. While trying to pull over almost wrecked (memorial day weekend and I was in fast lane). Finally able to pull over to side of road hysterical, shut off and waited a minute and it started. Drove rest of way home *100 miles* with check engine light on and ABS light on. I am scared to death to drive again. Not fun having a vehicle stall/quit whatever on interstate in rush hour traffic.

Filed Mar 30, 2015 · Engine · 85,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford f-150. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would shake and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 85,000.

Filed Feb 10, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 170,000 miles · NC

We have had our 2005 f-150 king ranch for about 10 years now. Today (feb 10,2015), my wife and our one year babe were heading to the post office the truck displayed a message reading "engine failsafe mode". The truck lost all power, no steering, and it stall on the highway going about 65 MPH. Luckily, she said there were vehicles behind her and she pulled it over with no steering and the engine dead. My wife then sat on the highway for about 10 minutes and tried to start the vehicle, which started and there were no "engine failsafe mode" on display anymore. Know with-in the last year our truck has had the check engine light and the ABS light has come on and off every other month. I have checked the fuses and had replace a few but at time it is not the fuse. I've had the interior dim in and out and at times it does not work at all. By reading the f150.net forum found out the a wire that splits into two wires was corroded on the passenger side floor board, it seems that condensation or water come in and stays in that pocket were that wiring harness goes thru. I am now terrified that truck will shut off on the highway again with my family and I in it. This seems to be a life threatening problem. I have read thru some forums and it seems that people have called the ford dealership and the service department claimed they have never heard of this problem, but can work on it if they bring it in. But that ford claim that they fix the problem and the people says that the problem still exist. Hope some one can help or assist us in fixing this issue not just for our family but for others too. Sincerely [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).