2005 Ford F-150: loss of power steering

Filed Sep 15, 2018 · Brakes, Steering · 60,000 miles · OR

While driving, my f150 without warning, died 3 times in 1/2 mile. Leaving me with no power steering, power brakes. Very dangerous. Nearly had a accident. Had 1/2 tank of gas. New battery. It did not give a code. I did get it started each time and was able to drive it home. Now I am afraid to drive it.

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).

Filed Dec 3, 2014 · Steering · 90,000 miles · MN

Corrosion of the u-joints on the lower steering shaft of my 2005 ford f150 (4.6 l) is causing the steering to malfunction. Steering will not return to center after turning, even at moderate speeds. The vehicle drives as if it has no power steering. Lubrication of these joints will remedy the problem for a period of a week or so, but the problem persists. This is a known design flaw that has been recalled in other ford models within similar manufacture dates. I live in a cold weather state where the problem in the recalled vehicles has been noted to be more of an issue. There are many online complaints regarding this design flaw in the f150. The cost for me to replace this part will range from $300 to $600. However, the replacement parts are made within the same original oem design. The parts need to be corrected so that replacements will not falter as well. It is very scary to think that I may not be able to rely on my steering during difficult weather situations.

Filed Apr 26, 2014 · Engine, Fuel system · 40,000 miles · WI

Ford fuel pump driver corrodes badly causing no start and/or total failure of engine power. Reduction of power or engine stalling can and will happen at highway speeds. When engine stalls driver can lose power steering power brakes and control vehicle. This is known by ford. Ford along with a aftermaket company has redesigned the part. The updated part has standoffs along with a protective coating preventing corrosion. The corrosion of the part happens faster in the salt belt states. I replaced mine and the part had a hole in it letting water and parts of metal inside unit. I still have part if needed. Do an internet search and you will find allot of examples of this issue. This issue affects millions of vehicles.

Filed Mar 2, 2014 · Steering · 32,694 miles · MA

Loss of steering because of a leak in hydraulic hoses. Hose rotted out replaced hose and rack. Happened again 11/23/13 same conditioned but parts have not been available as of this date.

Filed Feb 28, 2014 · Acceleration, Electrical · 91,000 miles · CA

I purchases a used 2005 ford f150 about 5 months ago. Today, feb 28, 2014, I was leaving my neighborhood and my trucks display flashed an message reading "engine failsafe mode". My truck lost all power, no steering and died. Luckily I was on surface streets and pulled it over with no power steering and engine dead. The mechanics cannot find the cause and the engine will start but continues to turn off and the vehicle's computer shuts down. Online I read of this happening on the freeway at 65 MPH. Iam now terrified that my truck will shut off on the freeway with my children in the truck with me. This seems to be a life threatening problem. I called a ford dealership and the service dept claimed they never heard of this but can work on it if I bring it in. What is my recourse? Thank you.

Filed May 16, 2013 · Steering · 49,000 miles · NY

During a recent required nys inspection, play was found in the lower u joint of the steering shaft. I was told by the mechanic doing the inspection that the joint had so much play in it that it could break causing loss of steering and vehicle control. The entire shaft was replaced. The ford dealership where the vehicle was purchased said to my amazement, it was possibly caused by the vehicle having too few miles on it. *tr ## VIN failed ##

Filed Dec 4, 2012 · Acceleration, Engine · 53,000 miles · TX

On three separate occasions, my ford 2005 f150 king ranch supercrew 4x4 engine suddenly died while driving at approximately 55-60mph. On all three occasions, I fortunately was able to pull over to the side of the road with the engine died and no power steering. If I had not been in the right hand lane and able to pull off of the road, then an rear engine collision would more than likely occurred if I would have been in an outer lane of a multiple lane highway. After the third occasion this past week, I took the vehicle to the ford dealership in rockwall, texas where it cost me $700.00 to have throttle body/motor assembly replaced. My obd readings at home were p2104 and p2112. If not already, this issue is a fatally waiting to happen. Lots of chatter on internet of similar issues.

Filed Nov 15, 2012 · Electrical, Fuel system · 62,000 miles · NY

My fuel control module shorted out which caused my PCM to be erased. It seems to be a common problem after researching it, but no recall has been issued. My pregnant wife was driving my truck and lost all power. This resulted in a near accident due to having no power steering and less brake control. If this is such a common problem with the placement of the control module why has this not been recalled. $1000 later I hope this doesn't happen again.

Filed Feb 16, 2010 · Engine, Fuel system · 49,500 miles · RI

While at ~45mph, I eased off the accelerator to go into a left hand turn. My f150 then lost all power and shut off (no power steering, etc), and there were 2 tracker trailers coming in the opposite direction from me. I was barely able to complete the turn with the momentum that I had before the truck died. The truck re-started without any issue. This had happened before 2 other times with large gaps of time in between (once in november 09 and the other time a week before this latest incident). The other 2 occurrences were similar (highway speeds of 60mph), and restarting without any issue or error codes. An error code was generated (finally) with the incident described at the top of this complaint, and I brought the truck to the dealership. They diagnosed a faulty throttle sensor which was replaced. At less than 50,000 miles I did not expect to see an issue with this sensor, and certainly I would expect the truck to default into the "limp home mode" described in the manual, which it did not. There were several other similar complaints for this on some forums and I felt it might need some attention.

Filed Jan 3, 2010 · Fuel system · 80,000 miles · GA

Driving home @ (highway speed 55+) from a family gathering. Service engine light illuminated. Engine lost power. I tried to accelerate. No throttle response. Engine stalled. Had to find place to pull over with no power steering. Returned gear selector to p. Turned ignition to off position. Restarted and completed trip. 50+ miles. This event has occurred two times. I have been very lucky that I had a place to pull over and restart the vehicle. If I had been entering or driving in high speed traffic this failure could have caused a major accident. I read discussions on 2005 f150 web site that relate to this type failure. Scanned for engine codes. Tps fault code. Replace throttle body. I will retain old parts.

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