Engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel my Ford f550 heavy duty truck equipped with diesel engine, the camshaft position sensor located on the engine of the vehicle may function intermittently, possibly resulting in an engine stall. I hear I'm not the only I know for a fact the Ford has had many problem's with their engine's if possible I would like to return it for a refund. *tr
2005 Ford F-550 engine problems
moderate 6 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100 · see engine across all vehicles →
Complaints
6
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$3,100
When does it fail?
Of the 6 engine complaints filed for the 2005 Ford F-550, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA engine complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 17 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Ford f-550. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle misfired, hesitated, and stalled with the illumination of the maintenance light. The failure recurred over the course of 7 years. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnosis on several occasions where it was stated that the injectors, oil pump, intake gasket, crank shift, and engine needed to…
The contact owns a 2005 Ford f-550. She stated that on june 1, 2010, while driving 20 MPH, the engine overheated and contact had to stop the vehicle and replaced the coolant fluids. The dealer and manufacturer was contacted and advised that they were not able to repair the failure because it was no longer under warranty. The failure and current mileage were 50,000..mr
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Ford f550 sd. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer nor was the vehicle repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 53,000. *tr
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Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2005 Ford F-550?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 6 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Based on the 6 complaints filed, engine issues most often appear around 42,430 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2005/Ford/F-550.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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