MYRModel Year Report

2005 Ford E-Series

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2005 Ford E-Series
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:56:23.925Z

Only 10 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
10

Too few to rank

Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 2005

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1997: 10 complaints 1997 1998: 6 complaints 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 0 complaints 2001: 0 complaints 2001 2002: 0 complaints 2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 2 complaints 2005: 10 complaints 2005 10 2006: 0 complaints 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 5 complaints
1997: 10 complaints 1997 1998: 6 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 0 complaints 2000 2001: 0 complaints 2001 2002: 0 complaints 2002 2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 10 complaints 2005 10 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 5 complaints 2008
1997: 10 complaints 1997 1998: 6 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 0 complaints 2000 2001: 0 complaints 2001 2002: 0 complaints 2002 2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 10 complaints 2005 10 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 5 complaints 2008

2005: 10 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
199710
19986
19992
20000
20010
20020
20031
20042
200510
20060
20070
20085

Known problem areas

Only 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Fuel system, diesel

3 of 10 total reports mention: fuel system, diesel.

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The vehicle, a Ford E350 6.0L diesel would lose power while on the highway and come to a complete stop in the middle of the road. After waiting about 20 minutes, sometimes would start up but most of the time would have to be towed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-10-28

Engine and engine cooling

3 of 10 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.

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Total failure of diesel engine. Apparent defective engine design in the Ford/navistar 6L powestroke across several model years has been reported on internet.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-04-17

The van would start losing power on the highway, where even if the accelerator is pushed down, the van continues to lose speed. The van eventually reaches a speed of 0 MPH and at which point the engine stalls.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-09-26

Structure

1 of 10 total reports mentions: structure.

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The paint on the back of the van from the top to the bumper in an approximate 1 foot swath has peeled off. A body shop guy said that they didn't put a thick enough coat on or that the base was faulty.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-04-09

Seat belts

1 of 10 total reports mentions: seat belts.

Electrical system

1 of 10 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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Tl*the contact owns a 2005 Ford econoline van. While driving at an unknown speed, the fuses began to short out electrical components in the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-03-26

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2009-01-05Equipment adaptive/mobility08V689000 New england wheels is recalling 513 my 2005-2007 Ford E-Series vehicles equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor…

    Remedy: New england wheels is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (Please see 07E097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or new england wheels at 1-800-886-9247.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2009-01-30Equipment adaptive/mobility09V009000 American emergency vehicles is recalling 8 my 2005-2006 E-Series vans built on Ford Chassis and equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements…

    Remedy: American emergency vehicles is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (Please see 07E095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or american emergency vehicles at…

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2009-01-30Equipment adaptive/mobility09V008000 American emergency vehicles is recalling 8 my 2005-2006 E-Series vans built on Ford Chassis and equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements…

    Remedy: American emergency vehicles is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (Please see 07E097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or american emergency vehicles at…

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2009-02-28Equipment adaptive/mobility09V050000 Mobility is recalling 43 my 2005-2006 Ford E-Series and Chevrolet express vans equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor…

    Remedy: Mobility is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (Please see 07E097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or mobility at 714-674-0480.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2009-02-28Equipment adaptive/mobility09V049000 Mobility is recalling 86 my 2005-2006 Ford E-Series and Chevrolet express van equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal…

    Remedy: Mobility is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (Please see 07E095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or mobility at 714-674-0480.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2009-04-21Equipment adaptive/mobility09V096000 New england wheels, inc. Is recalling 513 ricon wheelchair lifts which it installed on my 2005 through 2007 Ford E-Series commercial vans. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of…

    Remedy: New england wheels is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (Please see 07E095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or new england wheels at 1-800-886-9247.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2005 Ford E-Series — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel system, diesel: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 08V689000 · Equipment adaptive/mobility
  • Recall 09V009000 · Equipment adaptive/mobility
  • Recall 09V008000 · Equipment adaptive/mobility
  • Recall 09V050000 · Equipment adaptive/mobility
  • Recall 09V049000 · Equipment adaptive/mobility
  • Recall 09V096000 · Equipment adaptive/mobility
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2005 Ford E-Series 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 E-Series?
The most-reported component is fuel system, diesel, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 Ford E-Series have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.