The all very common issues with the year f350 and the 6.0 l. Engines, are as such. The malfunctioning FICM. THE high and low oil coolers, the inter coolers and head studs. Also leaking break fluid .
2005 Ford F-350 engine problems
35 complaints (31% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 99,000. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 35
- of this car's complaints
- 31%
- typical mileage
- 99,000
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Engine: diesel6
- Engine4
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Ford F-350 engine problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2005 Ford F-350 engine
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 2005 Ford F-350 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
[XXX], [XXX] approx age 40 lives and works at [XXX].[XXX] can also control the computers to cancel out and delete the use of catalytic converters, delete the use of DEF intake, delete the use of DPF particulate filters, and not react to controls such as manual braking or acceleration because the computer is controlling when and not the driver. [XXX] strictly states that he cannot have any emissions controls such as EGR, DEF, DPF, catalyst, or any pollutant controls. [XXX] intentionally set it up to have flaws and be dangerous for one reason: to get the customer to keep returning again and again with vehicle problems, wiring electrical problems, performance problems, overheating problems, and never ending engine problems not to mention transmission problems because the transmission could not handle the increased output of the engine. The hydroboost and ABS module and master cylinder that controls the brakes can be easily rigged so that when the driver stomps on the brakes, there is no braking action whatsoever for a 3-5 second delay before skidding the tires and locking the brakes. [XXX] altered the hydroboost and ABS module and master cylinder and the electronic controls to the braking system. [XXX] [XXX] partner admitted the hydrobooster and master cylinder was the problem because he admitted what [XXX] did as sabotage to the customer’s truck. [XXX] deletes the DPF and DEF and the electronics rewiring the truck. [XXX] has a pattern of keeping customers vehicles for excessively long periods of time: 42 days to change batteries, change fuel pump change PCM fusebox and rewire truck. [XXX] has removed the all the catalytic converters and he has removed all the EGR and emissions pollutant controls on [XXX]. [XXX] has sabotaged this truck’s braking system, electrical systems, fuse box wiring, electronic braking wiring, accelerator electronic control. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford f-350. The contact stated that the vehicle misfired and caused the steering wheel to seize. Also, while driving various speeds, the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to immediately stop. The vehicle was taken to formula ford lincoln (4318 middle rd, rutland, vt 05701, (802) 773-9168) where the cam phasers were replaced; however, the failure recurred after 176 miles. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 63,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford f-350. While driving 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road and powered off the engine. The vehicle was restarted and was able to drive normally. Later, the vehicle stalled and failed to restart. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed, but a failure code could not be found. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer and was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a recall. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford f-150. While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle, but was unsuccessful. The contact had the vehicle towed to his home. A diagnostic appointment was scheduled with guess ford (457 steubenville rd se, carrollton, oh 44615, (330)-627-7666). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that there were no recalls; therefore, the contact would have to pay in full for the repairs. The failure mileage was 76,000. *tt consumer stated this was the second time it stalled. Updated 12/03/18
The gas tank has a defect it epoxy liner in gas tank corrodes and plugs up the filter ejector and shut truck down and rust out filters. The truck was been driven when it shut down , took truck to ford dealer, was told gas tank is eroded and has plug up system including injectors, will be $8000.00 to fix, that there wasnt a current recall on item, but that for know problem exist.
Came up with a code to replace t.p.s. I replaced tps now vehicle is having problems idling . I contacted ford explained to them my situation. I was told by 3 different people that whenever people with a 6.8 v10 have the code to replace t.p.s they end up replacing the whole e.t.b. Is there a recall for the throttle body ?
Cpsc: 2005 f-350. Consumer stated the 6.0 diesel motor is no longer working due to a buildup in the gas tank, or oil system. *ss the consumer stated after the vehicle was fixed, it broke down again.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford f-350. While driving 45 MPH, the vehicle wobbled. The steering veered to the left when the wheel was turned to the right and vice versa. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the front tie rods, front stabilizer bars, gear box, and multiple parts on the front of the vehicle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. In addition, while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle lost power. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the injectors, cam shaft sensor, and the wiring harness for the injectors needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 102,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 ford f-350. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. The contact managed to coast to an emergency lane. The vehicle was restarted. However, the failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for a diagnosis. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000.
Questions about the 2005 Ford F-350 engine
Does the 2005 Ford F-350 have engine problems?
Owners have filed 35 complaints about the engine of the 2005 Ford F-350, 31% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2005 Ford F-350 engine problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 99,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Ford F-350 engine?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Ford F-350 have bad engine?
The Ford F-350 model years with the most engine complaints are 2004 (80 complaints), 2008 (47 complaints) and 2005 (35 complaints).
Other 2005 Ford F-350 problems
Fuel system 36Steering 28Suspension 25Electrical 15Brakes 7Transmission 5Driver assistance 4Acceleration 2Airbags 2Lights 2Tires 2Wheels 2Body 1
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