KnownCarProblems2005 Ford 500 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 99 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Ford 500, most often about the engine (32% of complaints, typically around 130,000 miles). It is the most complained-about 500 model year since 2000.
Complaints99
Recalls0
Crashes reported4
Fires reported1
Injuries reported5
Most common 2005 Ford 500 problems
Engine
32 complaints · 32%Half of these problems showed up before 130,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2005 Ford 500. The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH, the vehicle stalled. In addition, the accelerator pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to accelerate. The fail safe engine mode was displayed across the message board. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was…
The contact owns a 2005 Ford 500. While driving 70 MPH, an unknown warning indicator illuminated while driving and the engine stopped running. The vehicle stopped accelerating and the contact had to pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle did not restart and was left on the side of the road. Mike castrucci Ford…
Transmission
28 complaints · 28%Half of these problems showed up before 125,000 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission.
The transmission on this vehicle Ford 500 2005 does not shift properly. As I was driving and trying to switch lanes on 35w in minneapolis the transmission just jerked and no able to go to a higher speed an accelerate accordingly causing vehicle behind mine to almost hit meat aproxi.65-70 miles . The driver was able to…
Vehicle downshifts very hard when braking or when trying to pass someone and you give it gas and it downshifts to accelerate it's like the vehicle goes into neutral. I was doing 70mph with someone on my rear end on I-77n and when I tried to speed up to get out of his way car shifted really hard to where I thought…
Electrical
20 complaints · 20%Half of these problems showed up before 129,000 miles. Parts named most often: instrument cluster/panel.
The contact owns a 2005 Ford 500. The contact stated that the vehicle occasionally failed to start. When the vehicle finally started, the check engine and maintenance warning indicators illuminated and the vehicle lost power. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and diagnosed, but no failures could be found. The…
The contact owns a 2005 Ford 500. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was restarted, but the failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.…
Speed control
18 complaints · 18%Half of these problems showed up before 139,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2005 Ford 500. While driving 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning, went into operation safe mode, and decelerated. In addition, the vehicle accelerated when parking the vehicle. The vehicle was diagnosed as needing the throttle body replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The…
Ford told me in 2012-2013 there was a recall on the instrument cluster, the previous car owner had brought to dealership and fix. Well the same issue is occurring now ( 138kmiles) I started the car 4/1 and the reverse lights stay on, dash board gauges are off ( no speed, RPM, fuel gauge working) the vents wont work. I…
Fuel system
8 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 124,500 miles.
In 2005 Ford had a recall on the 500 due to the fuel tank strap corroding and falling off causing the fuel tank to leak or fall off when the vehicle had higher mileage. This is what happen to me. When I took my vehicle to the dealer they said the recall had already been fixed. My issue is that either the fix did not…
2005 Ford 500 just stalled for no apparent reason. Engine was still running. Pressing gas did nothing. This happened in traffic! It was scary at the least and shortly after I purchased it used from a dealer. As I have read, this happens frequently with this model vehicle. It is obviously recall worthy due to the…
Body and structure
7 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 95,000 miles. Parts named most often: body, frame and members.
The contact owns a 2005 Ford 500. The contact stated that the front driver side interior door handle failed to latch closed. The failure only occurred during frigid temperatures. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The door handle was sprayed with an unknown solution and was repaired multiple times at…
Vehicle door handles freeze in temperatures below approximately 25 degrees fahrenheit. At which point after you open the door it will no longer close. If you slam the door hard enough it will close but potentially will cause damage to striker in door.
Other or unspecified
6 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 112,000 miles.
Past recall on door latches. Work was done by previous owner. Problem still persists - have to drive car holding door shut with hand. Ford said nothing more they can or will do. Local Ford dealership wont do anything either. Problem has been going on for the past 3 winters when it gets really cold.
I had a new compressor and expansion valve,evacuate and recharge compressor oil and conditioner includes r134 a on august 13, 2010. I paid $960.79. I went back to the same company on june 20, 2012 because my air conditioner no longer worked. They said I needed the same replacement plus a new condenser which totaled…
Air bags
5 complaints · 5%The contact owns a 2005 Ford 500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 43 MPH, the contact crashed into another vehicle while driving on black ice. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact suffered injuries to the lower back, left elbow, right knee, right arm, head injuries, and a large laceration…
My car has been in -0- accidents. My air bag light came on a couple of months ago and has not disappeared has this been a problem with the Ford 500 or is it something that I should report? [] rhode island information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2005 Ford 500 recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2005 Ford 500
- What are the most common problems with the 2005 Ford 500?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (32 complaints, typically around 130,000 miles); transmission (28 complaints, typically around 125,000 miles); electrical (20 complaints, typically around 129,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2005 Ford 500 have?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2005 Ford 500. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls in case one is issued later.
- Is the 2005 a bad year for the Ford 500?
- It is the most complained-about 500 model year since 2000, with 99 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.