2005 Ford 500
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 99 |
| 2006 | 68 |
| 2007 | 37 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
31% of complaints: engine — 31 distinct reports on file.
27% of complaints: power train — 27 distinct reports on file.
Show complaint excerpts
VEHICLE DOWNSHIFTS VERY HARD WHEN BRAKING OR WHEN TRYING TO PASS SOMEONE AND YOU GIVE IT GAS AND IT DOWNSHIFTS TO ACCELERATE IT'S LIKE THE VEHICLE GOES INTO NEUTRAL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171105
19% of complaints: electrical system — 19 distinct reports on file.
FIRE18% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 18 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TRAVELING AT 35 MPH, NOT FAR FROM MY DAUGHTERS HOUSE THE GAS ACCELERATES, WHEN I BRAKE CAR WILL NOT SLOW DOWN, BRAKING HARDER SOMETHING POPS, THROWING CAR TO THE RIGHT I CANNOT CONTROL CAR AT ALL HIT A TREE HEAD ON POLICE SAY AT 45 MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130927
7% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 7 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2005 Ford 500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (31 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (27 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (19 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2005 Ford 500 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Ford 500?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 Ford 500 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.