2005 Ford E-250
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
11 recalls name the 2005 Ford E-250. Newest first.
Ford IS recalling certain replacement fuel tanks that could be installed into model year 2004 through 2008 E-150, E-250, and E-350 vans and wagons. the affected fuel tanks have an extra obdii sensor hole on the top of the tank that may not be properly sealed and may leak fuel.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tanks free of charge. the safety recall began on november 28, 2011. owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-800-232-5952.
J's mobility unlimited, inc., IS recalling one model year 2005 ford E-250 van equipped with a ricon platform style wheelchair lift. this 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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
Remedy
J's mobility unlimited 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 j's mobility unlimited at 1-601-939-2112.
J's mobility unlimited, inc., IS recalling one model year 2005 ford E-250 van equipped with a ricon platform style wheelchair lift. this 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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
Remedy
J's mobility unlimited 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 j's mobility unlimited at 1-601-939-2112.
Handicapped driver services IS recalling 3 model year 2004 and 2005 ford E-250 transit buses built on ford chassis and equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. these vehicles fail 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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
Remedy
Handicapped driver services 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 handicapped driver services at 1-770-422-9674.
Handicapped driver services IS recalling 3 model year 2004 and 2005 ford E-250 rental vans built on ford chassis and equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. these vehicles fail 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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.t
Remedy
Handicapped driver services 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 handicapped driver services at 1-770-422-9674.
Van conversions IS recalling 52 my 2004-2007 ford E-150, E-250 E-350 and my 2006 gm savanna 3500 vans built on ford and gm chassis and 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 system accessible for motor vehicles," the anti-stow…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
Remedy
Van conversions 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 van conversions at 610-837-0707.
Van conversions IS recalling 74 my 2004-2007 ford E-150, E-250 E-350 and my 2006 gm savanna 3500 vans built on ford and gm chassis and equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "platform lift installations in motor vehicles." the threshold…
Risk and remedy
Risk
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
Remedy
Van conversions 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 van conversions at 610-837-0707.
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."…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
Remedy
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.
Quality van sales IS recalling 18 my 2005-2007 ford E-250, my 2006 ford E-350, and chevrolet express vans equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. these vehicles fail 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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
Remedy
Quality van 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 quality van sales at 1-800-408-8550.
Quality van sales IS recalling 18 my 2005-2007 ford E-250, my 2006 ford E-350 and chevrolet express 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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
Remedy
Quality van 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 quality van sales at 1-800-408-8550.
Certain aftermarket fuel filters sold under the purolator brand name, p/n f65277, shipped from january 16 through june 2, 2006, for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. due to incorrect design, the quick connectors may not fully seat with the tube interface, even though the person making the connection may believe that the quick connector IS fully…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Failure of this connection could lead to fuel spillage and, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
Remedy
Ufi will notify owners and replace the filters free of charge. the recall began on august 4, 2006. owners may contact ufi filters USA at 800-230-5876.
Owner complaints
11 complaints3 involved a crash1 involved a fire2 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Electronic stability control (esc) · Fuel/propulsion system
Stalls out when driving and has no turbo boost like it should. Also uses way to much diesel burns thru to fast.
- Steering
Warning. Safety hazard about duralast center link part# ds1287, alternative part number:ds6070x. I installed this part in 2005 ford E250 but you can install this part in other vehicles also. I replace center link 1.5 years ago(07/17/2015). metal thread on ball joint broken and made car unsteerable. This happened at parking when I turn wheels, if this happen on highway not on parking I will be death now.
- Fuel system, gasoline
The fuel tank straps failed due to rust in feb of 2013, the fuel tank will rust through soon. this IS not an oem fuel tank in this vehicle it has a dot approved fuel tank from a mfg called transfer flow, inc.out of chino, ca. I am disabled, the van was bought new as a modified wheelchair…
The fuel tank straps failed due to rust in feb of 2013, the fuel tank will rust through soon. this IS not an oem fuel tank in this vehicle it has a dot approved fuel tank from a mfg called transfer flow, inc.out of chino, ca. I am disabled, the van was bought new as a modified wheelchair accessible conversion van. it IS a 2005 ford E-250 that has been modified by a company called norcalvans in california. when I contacted norcalvans they advised me that the van IS outside of the 3 year 36,000 mile period. When I contacted transfer flow,inc. The mfg. Of the tank I was told the same and offered a price of around $850.00 for the tank, shipping and install on me. in my opinion this IS unacceptable. the fuel tank should not rust out after only 7-8 years. This van will become unsafe when this rusty fuel tank starts leaking. I can send pictures if you like. *tr
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2005 ford E-250. The contact stated that once starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light remained illuminated for almost two weeks. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer or an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was then contacted and they advised him that he was not included in any recalls. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000. updated 6/8/11 *cn updated 06/16/11
- Air bags
2005 ford E250 conversion van. Consumer writes regarding air bag warning light illuminating.* tgw the consumer stated he paid for the repairs at his expense, after he was told the warranty had expired. *Jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system
Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6) spark plug ejection or blowout, I have a 2005 ford E250 van. This IS a very serious and common problem on ford motors, can you look into this issue for us ford owners. The repair in my case IS going to be…
Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6) spark plug ejection or blowout, I have a 2005 ford E250 van. This IS a very serious and common problem on ford motors, can you look into this issue for us ford owners. The repair in my case IS going to be very costly, due to the fact I will have to rent a replacement vehicle to continue servicing my customers. Thank you for investing this matter. [Xxx] *tr
- Tires
2005 ford econline E250 left rear tire blew out causing the driver to lose control and drove down an embankment into a ditch. *kb the driver claimed minor injury to his right hand. Ohio traffic crash report # 10-0034-90 updated letter 04/29/10 *bf
- Fuel system, gasoline
Normal driving of a 2005 ford e 250 econoline van and smelled gas. when home, removed engine cover and discovered fuel line leak and significant pooling of gas on rear section of top of engine, the flex portion of the fuel line that feeds the fuel injection manifold had failed just before the…
Normal driving of a 2005 ford e 250 econoline van and smelled gas. when home, removed engine cover and discovered fuel line leak and significant pooling of gas on rear section of top of engine, the flex portion of the fuel line that feeds the fuel injection manifold had failed just before the connection to the injector. upon removal of the fuel line (ford part # 5c2z*9b325*aa) it appears that the lower end of this upper flex line IS also failing. I am replacing it with a new one from ford, but I am concerned with the potential for a major fire if this IS a design problem (wrong or inadequate material of construction. *Tr
- Steering
My 2005 ford F250 superduty continues to experience violent steering vibration when encountering uneven road surfaces at highway speeds. Since purchasing this vehicle in august 2005 I have had several incidents where I was barely able to retain control of the vehicle once the front end oscillation…
My 2005 ford F250 superduty continues to experience violent steering vibration when encountering uneven road surfaces at highway speeds. Since purchasing this vehicle in august 2005 I have had several incidents where I was barely able to retain control of the vehicle once the front end oscillation started. This IS a well known problem and IS documented across the internet and in nhtsa item number - 10028404. I have had the vehicle repaired under warranty but they were able to only fix the problem temporarily. Recently I had new michelin tires installed and a front end alignment completed but there was no improvement in vehicle handling. This IS a dangerous situation and should be reviewed again by the nhtsa. *tr
- Suspension › Front
Dt*: the contact stated that the front suspension started to shake while entering a bridge at 65 mph during normal road conditions. the vehicle was taken to the dealership who could not duplicate the problem. the vehicle IS still being driven, however the bridge IS now entered at an angle to avoid the development of the shaking effect.
- Air bags › Side/window
Dt: contact's vehicle was involved in an accident on july 18, 2005. the vehicle did not belong to the contact, but was a company vehicle. the vehicle struck a pole from the right front passenger side. the vehicle rolled over and caught on fire. the driver or passenger side air bag deployed. the vehicle IS in possession of the insurance company. the consumer did contact the manufacturer. *ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- HVAC Switch Failures
This investigation was opened based on one complaint and reports from four transportation fleets alleging 182 blower motor control switch failures.ODI was concerned that these melting and burning switches could lead to an open flame that could spread throughout the vehicle.After a comprehensive review of all data…
This investigation was opened based on one complaint and reports from four transportation fleets alleging 182 blower motor control switch failures.ODI was concerned that these melting and burning switches could lead to an open flame that could spread throughout the vehicle.After a comprehensive review of all data related to overheating blower motor control switches in the subject vehicles, ODI did not identify the existence of a safety defect trend.ODI reviewed 1,036 complaints, claims, and field reports of failed blower motor control switches and determined that only two fires were likely to have been caused by a failing subject blower motor control switch.This represents a failure rate of 0.2 R/100K on a population of 1,076,975 vehicles that have been in service for up to 14 years.ODI has found that when the subject switches do fail and begin to melt, they are constructed in a manner that typically prevents the failing switch from igniting and developing into an open flame.Ford Motor Company has agreed to take two actions to further reduce the likelihood an overheated blower motor switch in the subject vehicles.Ford informed ODI that it has implemented a series of design changes to the subject switch that will help prevent it from developing internal high resistance short circuits.Ford has also informed ODI that it would release a Technical Service Bulletin (TSB-11-11-21) instructing subject vehicle owners to replace the electrical connector at the same time a failed switch is replaced.In light of the low rate of failure resulting in open flame and fire spread on the subject vehicles, and Ford's actions to reduce the likelihood of a switch failure through switch design changes and a TSB, further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by NHTSA that no safety-related defect exists.The agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.The ODI complaints cited above can be reviewed at www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchNHTSAID under the following (ODI) numbers: 10427875, 10114393, 10257890For additional information, see the attached closing report.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10243490When performing any transmission fluid changes or topoffs involving MERCON SP, MERCON LV has replaced all versions of MERCON SP and can be used going forward. Mixing MERCON LV and MERCON SP in the same transmission is acceptable. After 30-Jun-2023, MERCON SP ATF will no longer be manufactured and will only be available until inventory depletes.
- 10178768These SKUs are Trailer Brake Control Modules. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory due to an internal software issue. The internal software issue leads to a false check trailer brake message and Trailer Brake Controller fault whenever the brake pedal is pressed. This will cause the part to be replaced, due to repetitive dashboard warning light, even though it sends signals to the trailer brakes properly.
- 10096432On some vehicles, when the gateway 401 module transitions from its power down mode (ignition off) to its power up mode (ignition on) the module may not wake up. If this action occurs, the module's led display panels will not prove-out and the backlights on the led display panels will not illuminate.
- 10096425Gtwy501-ai module repeatedly resets due to excessive ambient temperature of 150 f or higher, module will not function and all led's flash repeatedly.
- 10056196Ford: when shifting between park, reverse and/or during 2-3 shift, an intermittent clunk occurs with a torqshift transmission. Model 2003-2014 f-super duty, e series, excursion, F-53 motorhome chassis, low cab forward.
- 10055629Ford: on some trucks, there IS a no crank situation and if voltage on transmission range sensor at pin 21, IS less than 5 volts, disconnect the engine cooling fan clutch, electronically, and recheck voltage. Model 2003-2007 f super duty, 2004-2010 e series, 2003-2005 excursion.
- 10022675Brake booster system may exhibit a brake pedal kickback and/or grabbing condition when applying the brakes.
- 10022243Lack of power due to low fuel pressure - fuel tank liner seperation.
- 10022232Headlight adjustment needed.
- 10021621Lack of power due to low fuel pressure, fuel tank liner seperation.
- 10021231High pressure system diagnostics - 6.0L engines.
- 10021229Watch for oil flow from the base engine oil pump. Vehicles equipped with a 6.0L diesel engine.
- 10021173Oil flow from the base engine oil pump.
- 10021054Dtc p0172/p0175 and/or downhill engine surge with 5.4L engine - harsh transmission engagement, shudder on acceleration in reverse and/or shift busyness with 5.45L engine and torqshift transmission.
- 10021045Mil on with p0172 or p0175 - 6.8L engine - vehicles built before 08-22-06.
- 10020676Un-commanded tcc apply on the 1-2 shift causing perception of hesitation and/or lack of power during shift.
- 10020671Slow fuel fill on vehicles with a 4.6L or 5.4L engine and mid-ship fuel tank.
- 100201356.0L - mil on with dtc p0460.
- 10020069Misfire, lack of power, buck/jerk, excessive smoke or crank/no start.
- 10019949Water-in-fuel (wif) lamp on.
- 10019915High pressure system diagnostics - 6.0L for a hard start/long crank or no start condition due to low injection control pressure (icp).
- 10019810Lack of power or mil on - turbocharger sticking - revised diagnostics.
- 10019795P0404 service tip.
- 10019385Coolant degas bottle overflow - 6.0L.
- 10019380White smoke, lacks power, exhaust odor, surges, runs rough, or no start - 6.0L.
- 10019079Low battery voltage - 6.0L diesel with single alternator.
- 10019075Fuel conditioner. Low power, poor fuel economy, fuel gelling in cold weather, excessive white smoke on cold start, hard start, or coking of components exposed to exhaust.
- 10018946Exhaust smoke and/or smell, harsh transmission shifts -- 6.0L.
- 10018941Vibration/harshness above 45 mph (72 km/h) after tire balance.
- 10018939Coolant degas bottle overflow.
- 10018745Wds cop kit diagnostic tip - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - engine misfire or rough running.
- 10018073Flutter noise on deceleration.
- 10018070Torqshift transmission - intermittent clunk when shifting from reverse gear or drive gear to park. Multiple vehicles. Ford oasis. To include 2006 ford F-53.
- 10018062Coolant degas bottle overflow.
- 10017921Daytime running lights inoperative and a/c not cooling.
- 10017875Buck/jerk, lacks power, black smoke, rolling idle, surge, mil on, and diagnostic trouble codes p2263, p0299, or p0401.
- 10017873Lack of power and/or dtc p2263 or p0299 after turbocharger replacement - service tip.
- 10017870High pressure oil leak at an injector. A hard start, or no start condition with low or no injection control pressure (icp) - service tip.
- 10017865Headlight adjustment - chassis cab incomplete vehicles.
- 10017810Hard start, no start and/or other symptoms caused by a high pressure oil system leak - service tip.
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