2005 Ford 500 recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2005 Ford 500, but owners have filed 99 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

4 / 1

Injuries / deaths

5 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2005 Ford 500 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2005 Ford 500 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Engine	31
Power Train	28
Electrical System	21
Vehicle Speed Control	18
Structure	7
Fuel/Propulsion System	7
Unknown or Other	6
Air Bags	5
Latches/Locks/Linkages	4
Suspension	3
Service Brakes	3
Steering	3

Most reported parts

Structure › Body — 4
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 4
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 2
Structure › Body › Door — 1
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) — 1
Structure › Frame and Members — 1
Equipment › Mechanical › Accessory Scissor/Screw/Bottle Jack/Lift — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 118,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2005 Ford 500 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Air Bags · reported May 9, 2019

My 16 year old was involved in a single vehicle crash on may 2, 2019. Her airbags did not deploy and she has suffered a severe, traumatic brain injury and is unlikely to make any meaningful recovery

Equipment · reported May 8, 2019

2005 ford five hundred. Consumer writes in regard to malfunctions with the vehicles tire jack. The consumer stated when the jack raised the vehicle it twisted. A screw was bent on the jack causing the vehicle to drop and bump the consumer on the head. The consumer requested a new jack.

Engine · reported Dec 21, 2018

While the car is started but at a stop, the car is fine. When the car has the gas petal pushed down, it will not move. The car stalls out while driving.

Vehicle Speed Control · at 168,000 miles · reported Nov 30, 2018

This has been an issue in other ford models. Is there a recall? There needs to be a recall before I get run over by other vehicles when my engine stalls while trying to accelerate! It is extremely dangerous to enter or exit highways and beltways when one cannot be sure the car engine will remain operational, power steering guidance will remain available and another vehicle will not be able to avoid running into me. Very dangerous to everyone on the highway. I personally clean the throttle and this is still happening.

Vehicle Speed Control · at 150,000 miles · reported Nov 20, 2018

The car wants to accelerate on its own whenever I go from park to drive. This also happens while putting car in reverse. This is very dangerous and makes me very nervous.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Ford 500 have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2005 Ford 500 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Ford 500?

Owners report engine problems most often (31 reports), followed by power train (28). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 118,000 miles.

Are Ford recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ford dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.