2005 Ford E-450 recalls and problems
The 2005 Ford E-450 has 6 safety recalls and 34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2005 Ford E-450 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2005 Ford E-450 recalls
Recall 19V-401: Equipment
Problem: VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists (VCI) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-550, 2014 E-350 and E-450, 2015 F-250 and F-450, 2016 E-450, 2017 E-350, F-450 and E-450, 2018 F-350, 2010 E-450, 2005-2006 E-450, 2009 E-450 and Chevrolet C4500-based Type I and Type III ambulances equipped with ASA Electronics Voyager monitors used to display the back-up camera image. The monitors may unexpectedly revert back to the factory default settings which may cause the camera image to be reversed.
Risk: The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists will work with ASA to notify the owners, and remedy the displays, free of charge. The recall began May 9, 2019. Owners may contact ASA Electronics at 1-800-384-4400.
Recall 08V-644: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Problem: New york bus sales is recalling 1 ricon wheelchair lift which it installed on a ford school bus, model e450. The vehicle fails to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "platform lift installations in motor vehicles." the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.
Risk: The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
Fix: New york bus sales 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 york bus sales at 1-315-687-3969.
Recall 08V-643: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Problem: New york bus sales is recalling 1 ricon wheelchair lift which it installed on a ford school bus, model e450. The vehicle fails to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "platform lift installations in motor vehicles." the threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.
Risk: The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
Fix: New york bus sales 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 york bus sales at 1-315-687-3969.
Recall 08V-519: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Problem: Mobilityworks is recalling 133 my 2005-2006 ford e250, my 2000, 2004-2006 e350, my 2000, 2005 e450, my 2005-2006 gmc 2500, gmc 3500, and my 2006 dodge 2500 vans equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift systems for motor vehicles." the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.
Risk: A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
Fix: Mobilityworks 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 mobilityworks at 1-800-769-8267.
Recall 05V-270: Electrical System
Problem: Certain pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles and vans equipped with 6.0l diesel engines may experience stalling without warning while driving and may or may not restart.
Risk: Should the engine stall, a vehicle crash could occur.
Fix: Dealers will upgrade the fuel injection control module (Ficm) wire harness or replaced, and/or have a new injection control pressure (Icp)) sensor connector installed free of charge. The recall began on july 22, 2005. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Recall 04V-603: Equipment
Problem: Certain cut-away incomplete trucks equipped with lt225/75r16e tires fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, 'tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars.' the tire pressure is incorrectly listed on the label for the rear tires.
Risk: At the incorrectly stated pressure, the rear tires are unable to support the gross axle weight rating (Gawr) for the rear axle.
Fix: Owners and dealers will be mailed supplementary tire labels containing the correct rear tire inflation information. The recall began on january 11, 2005. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
2005 Ford E-450 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 7 | |
| Power Train | 6 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | |
| Tires | 4 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | |
| Engine | 3 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | |
| Suspension | 2 | |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Torque Converter — 2
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System › Injectors — 2
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System — 1
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Other Fuel Types › Turbo/Supercharger — 1
- Power Train › Driveline — 1
- Power Train › Axle Assembly — 1
- Latches/Locks/Linkages › Tailgate › Latch — 1
- Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 21,000 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 E-450 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Ford E-450 years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2005 Ford E-450 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2005 Ford E-450: 19V-401 (equipment), 08V-644 (equipment adaptive/mobility), 08V-643 (equipment adaptive/mobility), 08V-519 (equipment adaptive/mobility), 05V-270 (electrical system) and more. Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Ford E-450?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (7 reports), followed by power train (6). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 21,000 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.