2005 Ford Cvpi recalls and problems

The 2005 Ford Cvpi has 2 safety recalls and 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
20
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

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

2005 Ford Cvpi recalls

Recall 07V-079: Wheels

Reported Mar 6, 2007 · 109,664 vehicles affected · FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Problem: On certain police vehicles equipped with steel wheels, some of the wheels may develop cracks in the rim near the weld line that connects the rim to the disk.

Risk: The cracks can ultimately result in rapid air loss from the tire and could affect vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the four road wheels and spare wheel based on the wheel part number. The recall began on march 15, 2007. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-343-5338.

Recall 05V-206: Electrical System

Reported May 9, 2005 · 132,800 vehicles affected · FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Problem: On certain police interceptors (Cvpi) and commercial heavy duty (Taxi) vehicles, at extremely high operating temperatures, the sound insulating panel, located under the vehicle positioned between the exhaust system and the underbody, could sag and possibly contact the surface of the catalytic converter.

Risk: If this occurs, the insulator might experience charring of the outer layer, burning odor, or smoke which may ultimately result in a fire.

Fix: Dealers will remove the existing dash insulator and install a revised design insulator pad free of charge. The recall began on june 3, 2005. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

2005 Ford Cvpi problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Exterior Lighting7
Wheels4
Service Brakes, Hydraulic3
Vehicle Speed Control2
Fuel System, Gasoline2
Latches/Locks/Linkages1
Electrical System1
Visibility1
Steering1

Most reported parts

  • Wheels › Rim — 2
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages › Hood › Latch — 1
  • Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump — 1
  • Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal › Switch — 1
  • Exterior Lighting › Headlights — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 71,200 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 Cvpi complaints

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

Exterior Lighting · at 168,999 miles · reported Apr 16, 2014
I was driving for approx. 5 min and my headlights just cut off. I pulled over turned the light switch on and off and still no head lights. The park lights would work just fine. I had to drive home using my bright lights. Luckily, no one was walking because I would not have been able to see them at all. I took the car in to the ford dealership and they said it was the light control module that cost over $600 just for the part.
Steering · at 58,741 miles · reported Mar 19, 2013
Low speed steering failure. Could not control steering at low speed. - steering wheel resisted movement to control vehicle. Vehicle immediately brought to ford dealer and found that 5w1z*3b676 steering shaft assembly worn causing steering/control problem. Original owner with ford extra care warranty - repair not covered at $538.63. History of steering failures on these vehicles - ford should recall/reimburse for repairs. I spoke to a ford esp representative and was told that no matter how many failures occur, regardless of accident or injury, ford does not monitor non-ford websites for…
Visibility · at 13,700 miles · reported Sep 26, 2011
I AM having a problem with our 2005 crown vic headlights going out without warning while driving. Windshield wipers only works on high.
Electrical System · at 128,925 miles · reported Jun 8, 2011
Driving vehicle...headlamps turned off on their own...problem traced to lamp control module...problem with this part has been investigated by NHTSA previously...ford needs to be held accountable for failures of this part.
Exterior Lighting · at 72,356 miles · reported Oct 30, 2010
Driving a 2005 crown victoria in the early AM (It was dark) on a city street without street lights. The headlights went off. Stopped the car immediately. Turned lights off and back on. All lights except the headlights worked. Experimented with the light switch and turn signal lever. Discovered the brights worked when pulling the lever (Manual operation of the brights). After about three minutes the headlights turned themselves back on. Took the car to a ford dealership. Told them what had happened. They reported later in the day that nothing could be found that was wrong. I googled the problem…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Ford Cvpi have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2005 Ford Cvpi: 07V-079 (wheels), 05V-206 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

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

Owners report exterior lighting problems most often (7 reports), followed by wheels (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 71,200 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.