2005 Ford F-150 Engine Problems
- 106
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 106 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 2 indicate fire
What owners report
- spark plugs · 20 records
- spark plug · 17 records
- failure mileage · 16 records
- needed replaced · 11 records
- replaced repaired · 11 records
- repaired failure · 10 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 41 |
| 60–100k mi | 30 |
| 150–400k mi | 17 |
| 30–60k mi | 5 |
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford f-150. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the engine misfire and the check engine warning light illuminated. The problem recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the spark plug was fractured and that needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The…
ODI 10678292
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford f-150. While driving approximately 60 mph, the engine stalled and the engine failure system warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted after multiple attempts. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 103,000.
ODI 10660063
Engine · Unknown Or Other
Bought a 2005 f150 triton v8 5.4l new in 2005. I have now experienced a cam phase problem which will cost appx 2500 to repair. Talking to my mechanic he said that it was no promise to fix the issue , because these motors are known for this issue. Was told it would be easier to put another motor in so i wouldn't have to worry about ,if it would fix the problem. My brother has a 2008 ford with the same motor and had…
ODI 10678556
Electrical System · Engine
Over the past 5 years i have had my truck go into fail safe mode. My truck will flash fail safe and i will lose all power to the vehicle. I'm able to coast to a stop. I have been able to re start my vehicle and continue driving. *tr
ODI 10659123
Engine
The 5.4 liter engines have a design problem that's costing owners a lot of money just to replace the spark plugs. The plugs are twisting off or breaking because the block design allows the plug to extend into a hole that allows carbon buildup around the tip of the plug. When you try to remove the spark plug the bottom of the plug is sealed tight to the head therefore allowing the top of the plug to twist and not the…
ODI 10637759
Engine
We bought this vehicle new in 2005. Change oil as required and did regular services. Engine started knocking and running rough. Took to dealer who stated cam phasers went out which in turn blew the engine. Dealer states new engine is required on a 9-year old vehicle with less then 140,000. Dealer states cam phasers are very common problem in this engine (5.4l trinitron) . Calls to numerous other local ford dealers…
ODI 10631248
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
The vehicle began to smell like raw fuel, particularly at stop signs or intersections. The smell appeared to be coming from the engine bay. Upon disassembly of the intake components of the engine to expose the fuel injection system, it was evident that the fuel rail had begun leaking raw fuel inside the engine bay. The fuel rail developed a speck of corrosion about 2-3mm in diameter on the top surface of the rail.…
ODI 10631145
Engine
The number 3 spark plug blew loose. The first time it happened it was just started and idling. It got fixed with a repair kit and then it happened again the next week. It wouldn't be a huge concern but there are multiple things that could happen and cause serious injury and or a fatality. *tr
ODI 10621586
Engine
At 58,000 miles engine malfunction due to a broken valve spring. At 101,879 mile started to make a loud rattling at startup and subsided until the engine was warmed up. This continued until i reached 273,000 miles and the engine just stopped due to oil starvation and cam phaser failures. Oil was changed as required through out ownership. *tr
ODI 10618905
Engine
Exhaust manifold on the fords' 5.4l engine apparently were not engineered correctly. I have heard of many that have leaked and had to be replaced. I worry about the possibility of fire. I have contacted ford motor co. Multiple times however they declined any help with there replacement on my truck. It seems to be a very common problem from what i've heard and see online. Should ford have a recall on these manifolds?…
ODI 10683768
Engine · Power Train
Truck went into "limp" mode on start up. Very difficult to get home in traffic. "fix" was new throttle body from flecther ford. $582.38. Seems to be an ongoing problem with ford. *tr
ODI 10620677
Air Bags · Body · Engine · Exterior Lighting
Front end collision into the rear of another truck. Whole front end damaged through radiator, hood, headlights, bumpers etc. Airbag never deployed and upon return of vehicle after repairs, i am now getting a code 42 that the sensor is bad and after research find out there is a recall on this but for the opposite reason but also now understand there are corrosion issues with the connection of the sensor also. Hope…
Crash reported
ODI 10652575
Electrical System · Engine
2005 ford f-150. Consumer writes in regards to engine fail safe mode malfunctions causes vehicle to lose all power, brakes and steering. Consumer has different vehicle complaint in artemis. *smd the dealer investigated the complaint, but was unable to identify the cause. *jb
ODI 10597183
Engine
5.4l truck always maintained and serviced at ford dealerships. It was running perfect until it immediately began idling rough at a stop. No check engine light, we just know our truck. Took it in for a tune-up (replaced spark plugs, etc.) and oil change. Perfect bill of health - couldn't replicate problem. Engine checked out diagnostically- perfect. They suggested it could be an intermittent sticking fuel injector,…
ODI 10596310
Engine
On highway at 60 mph engine started to miss. Was able to get it to my mechanic where he said a spark plug had failed. The plug broke when removing. He was able to remove the plug. Then due to a squeal under the hood when the engine was cold, he removed the intake and found the seal had failed, while it was apart he noted 2 leaking fuel injectors. All defective parts were replaced. In august that same year i replaced…
ODI 10776515
Engine · Power Train
I bought a 2005 ford f 150 used not knowing about the engine and rear end problems until i heard the rattle coming from under the hood so i go ask dealer about this problem he said this type engine was from ford was not good lucky for me they were repairing one it had blown a spark plug out and they were replace parts for the cam he said get rid of the truck or run it till it blows up it has no power it stalls in…
ODI 10596154
Engine
I had just changed the oil and checked the fluids and had to run some errands up town about a mile and a half up the road the engine started making a knocking noise, i was close enough to the garage i use so i pulled in there to see what was going on the oil pan was on fire oil and what looked like anti freeze was coming out of a hole from what use to be the oil pan or what was left of the pan, the fellow that ran…
Fire reported
ODI 10593142
Electrical System · Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
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…
ODI 10566548
Engine
I was driving to town when engine started making a sound like a large compressor, stopped truck, could feel air coming from the top of the head by intake manifold, took to a garage where i was informed that the plug came out of the #2 cylinder and busted the coil pak. I know this has happened to many f150 truck owners, i know of 3 locally, and have found many more complaints with the same problem. Ford should…
ODI 10560153
Engine
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.
ODI 10702593
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford f-150. The contact stated that while idling at a light, he heard a knocking noise from the engine. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the cam phasers and lifters needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 90,000. The vin was unavailable.
ODI 10567115
Engine
This would be the second time a spark plug has popped out of the engine on my 2005 ford f-150 with the 4.6 liter v8 engine it. The first spark plug popped out in august 2011 and now it has happened again in september 2013. I have heard that i am not the only person this is happened to. This seems to be a recurring problem in not only the 4.6 liter v-8 but the 5.4 liter v-8 and the 6.8 liter v-10. With this problem…
ODI 10546820
Engine
Tl- the contact owns a 2005 ford f-150. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the engine stalled without warning. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road to restart it. Once restarted, the vehicle functioned properly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection but they could not determine the cause of failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure…
ODI 10563655
Engine
I took my vehicle in for a service engine light issue. I was told i need new spark plugs. The issue is hundreds of 2004 -2008 ford f-150 5.4 liter engine have faulty spark plugs that break off in the head creating additional expense. The prices are between 500- 1000 to change out spark plugs. The faulty design of the plugs created this issue and ford had not addressed this problem. Please, research this issue and…
ODI 10535758
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford f-150. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where it was stated that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The vin was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 107,000.
ODI 10536394