2005 Ford Cvpi Problems
- Complaints
- 20filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 71,200miles, 17 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2005 Ford Cvpi (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 20 consumer complaints for the 2005 Ford Cvpi. The part named most often is exterior lighting, with 6 complaints (30% of the total), followed by wheels (4) and brakes (3). 17 of the complaints include a mileage, and 35% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 71,200 miles. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year. Wheels complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign and 1 NHTSA investigation filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Exterior lighting6 30%
- Wheels4 20%
- Brakes3 15%
- Fuel system2 10%
- Electrical system1 5.0%
- Steering1 5.0%
Example complaints
Exterior lighting: “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.”
NHTSA complaint #10584825, filed 2014-04, 168,999 milesWheels: “Lingering problem with 2005 Ford crown victoria police interceptor with suspected cracked wheels. Vehicle has all symptomology vehicle was manufactured for the 2005 my in 08/2004. Nhtsa campaign id number: 07v079000 . Ford refuses to address the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10303278, filed 2010-01, 90,000 milesBrakes: “Wakemed police department own several crown victoria police interceptor vehicles. Two of the vehicles, my 2005, have developed worn areas (and subsequent holes) on the right front brake hose leading to the brake caliper. These defects were discovered after the vehicles lost power brake assist in heavy traffic during patrol operations. The other three brake lines on each vehicle show no evidence of any such wear. While it does not appear that there are any components in direct contact with the brake line, it seems as if the likely point of contact is the front right lower control arm.”
NHTSA complaint #10273775, filed 2009-06, 68,000 milesFuel system: “Ford crown victoria police interceptor stalling and lacking power. Failure during criminal pursuit. Plugged fuel pump pickup sock/filter. Third pump on this vehicle in less than 2 weeks. Manufacture warranty, but out of service for repair. Have replaced, or had replaced by dealer over 100 pumps on 2003,2004, and 2005 model year crown vic's.”
NHTSA complaint #10164181, filed 2006-08, 17,809 milesMileage when problems were reported
35% of the 17 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 17,809 and 90,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
- 07V079000Mar 6, 2007WheelsCovers: Ford Cvpi 2003–2005
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.
- 05V206000May 9, 2005Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dashCovers: Ford Cvpi 2003–2005, Crown Victoria 2003–2005
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…
Recall details for the 2005 Ford Cvpi → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- EA04034Fracture of the steel wheel rimClosed · Dec 21, 2004
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 2005 Ford Cvpi.
Other model years of the Ford Cvpi
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 20 | 71,200 | 2 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2004 | 17 | 74,166 | 2 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2003 | 78 | 85,333 | 3 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2005 Ford Cvpi have?
NHTSA recorded 20 consumer complaints for the 2005 Ford Cvpi as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2005 Ford Cvpi is reported most often?
Exterior lighting is named most often, in 6 complaints (30% of the total), followed by wheels with 4.
Has the 2005 Ford Cvpi been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2005 Ford Cvpi reported?
Among the 17 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 71,200 miles and the middle half falls between 17,809 and 90,000 miles; 35% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.