Model year guide

2005 Ford f750

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Ford f750 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2005 Ford f750 at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints1

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2005 Ford f750 recalls 2

Parking Brake:driveline:hydraulic NHTSA Campaign #05V415000 · manufacturer #05S36 · 19/09/2005

ON CERTAIN MEDIUM DUTY CHASSIS CAB VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HYDRAULIC BRAKES, THE DRIVE LINE PARK BRAKE ANCHOR BOLT MAY BE SUSCEPTIBLE TO FATIGUE LOADING. THE BOLT COULD FRACTURE OVER TIME DUE TO INSUFFICIENT CLAMP LOAD AS A RESULT OF IMPROPER ANCHOR BOLT PLATING.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PARK BRAKE ANCHOR BOLT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 6, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.

Wheels NHTSA Campaign #05V202000 · manufacturer #05S031 · 04/05/2005

ON CERTAIN CAB CHASSIS VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ACCURIDE ALUMINUM WHEELS, THE WHEELS WERE NOT PROPERLY PRE-STRESSED. THIS ALLOWS CRACKS TO DEVELOP OVER TIME.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WHEELS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 17, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2005 Ford f750 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 22

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 22.

CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM 05B30 -ACCESSORY DRIVE GEAR REPLACEMENT. *SC SUPPLEMENT #1. *TT

Bulletin 05B30 · Equipment · Feb 2006

FUEL CONDITIONER. LOW POWER, POOR FUEL ECONOMY, FUEL GELLING IN COLD WEATHER, EXCESSIVE WHITE SMOKE ON COLD START, HARD START, OR COKING OF COMPONENTS EXPOSED TO EXHAUST. *TT

Bulletin 19015 · Fuel System, Other · Jan 2006

VEHICLE DIAGNOSTICS AND PROGRAMMING USING WDS - F-650/750 WITH 6.0L ENGINE AND LOW CAB FORWARD WITH 4.5L ENGINE. *TT

Bulletin 05204 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jan 2006

NO START NO ECM/TCM COMMUNICATIONS AND OR FLASHING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION INDICATOR. *EH

Bulletin 04235 · Electrical System · Nov 2005

VACUUM PUMP INOPERATIVE OR RUNS CONTINUOUSLY - CLIMATE CONTROL DEFAULTS TO DEFROST MODE. *TT

Bulletin 05174 · Visibility · Oct 2005

HEADLIGHT ADJUSTMENT - CHASSIS CAB INCOMPLETE VEHICLES. *TT

Bulletin 18735 · Exterior Lighting · Jul 2005

SAFETY BELT RETRACTION SPEED. *TT

Bulletin 042421 · Seat Belts · Jun 2005

RIGHT FUEL TANK EMPTY - FUEL DOES NOT TRANSFER FROM LEFT TANK. *TT

Bulletin 05511 · Fuel System, Gasoline · Mar 2005

CHECK REPLACEMENT FUEL LEVEL SENSOR PRIOR TO INSTALLATION. *TT

Bulletin 18409 · Fuel System, Other · Feb 2005

TEMPERATURE GAUGE READS HOT. *TT

Bulletin 0512 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jan 2005

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the F750. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2005 Ford f750 trims & engines on record

Engines
7.2L 6-cyl 210 hp

2005 Ford f750 vehicles on record

Other Ford f750 model years

2005 Ford f750 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Ford f750 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2005 Ford f750. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Ford f750?

Across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, hydraulic.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.