2005 Ford F-250 SD Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 16about this part
- Share
- 5%of 295 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 43,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 16 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2005 Ford F-250 SD, 5% of the 295 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 43,000 miles. 2 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“2005 Ford f-250 transmission circlip is coming off causing transmission to leak and ultimately fail. We know of 6 people that this has happened to, now us. Ford had a customer satisfaction bulletin 05b27 that expired at the end of 2006. We found this on our own. Ford is absolutely no help with this issue. Please read the diesel forms on the internet.”
NHTSA complaint #10284793, filed 2009-09, 42,000 miles“Truck equipped with snow prep package. Reverse failed while plowing. Transmission needed to be rebuilt for over $2,500, mechanic said the case had a crack in it and the snap ring/reverse planetary failed. Research online shows this is a known issue: customer satisfaction program 05b27 . The Ford dealer I bought it from closed, I will be contacting Ford corporate offices for a resolution.”
NHTSA complaint #10388408, filed 2011-03, 32,000 miles“I pulled into my shop and was on cell phone when a person came up yelling (very upset) at me that I almost made them crash,they said that they were following me down the mountain and my truck sprayed them with transmission fluid and he tried to clear his windshield, but the wipers just smeared it, I said I didn't know trans was leaking and said my apologies. I got out and noticed a puddle under my transmission. …”
NHTSA complaint #10371323, filed 2010-12, 116,325 miles“Cracked transmission case, took into Ford dealer for repair, truck is under extended service agreement from dealer we bought it from, with a $100 deductible. Extended service co would send out inspector, he inspected it and said ok to fix, the next day he said we would have to pay $600. We finely paid $371.36. He said the dealer we bought the truck from would not honor the $100 deductible.”
NHTSA complaint #10244996, filed 2008-10, 25,550 miles“I could have been killed. In sept. 2005 I leased a f250 and since it has given me nothing but trouble. Exhaust problems (3 times for that) injector failed, many little bugs that the dealer cant fix. On 6-24-06 on I-94 doing a 65-68 MPH, the engine hesitates for a second then suddenly the wheels locked up and I lost control, skidding almost hitting 3 other cars and the wall on the shoulder. Finally after steering to the shoulder - stopped and basically had a panic attack, saw my life flash before my eyes. …”
NHTSA complaint #10162167, filed 2006-07, 4,869 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10243490Sep 7, 2023When 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…
- 10056196May 1, 2014Ford: 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…
- 10055629Feb 1, 2014Ford: 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…
- 10024867Apr 1, 20082005-08 f250-550 super duty manual transmission - clutch pedal concern.
- 10023653Nov 1, 20071999-2008 f250-f550 super duty 4x4 with electronic shift transfer case not engaging 4x4.
- 10023435Oct 1, 20072005-2008 f-super duty manual transmission- clutch pedal concern.
- 10022280Jul 25, 2007Buck/jerk when pulling large heavy gooseneck trailers. Diesel engines. Reprogramming the powertrain control module (pcm) with the latest calibration might solve the issue.
- 10019947Jan 1, 2006Neutral tow capability - service kit requirements.
- 10019388Jan 1, 2006Buck/jerk steady throttle or slight tip in - 6.0l.
- 10018953Jan 1, 2006Service calibration update -- loss of rpm on deceleration -- 6.8l 3v. Various models including 2006 f-53 motorhome.
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 11% |
| 2024 | 7 | 18% |
| 2023 | 7 | 16% |
| 2022 | 22 | 17% |
| 2021 | 25 | 15% |
| 2020 | 77 | 29% |
| 2019 | 46 | 4% |
| 2018 | 16 | 4% |
| 2017 | 25 | 2% |
| 2016 | 14 | 5% |
| 2015 | 19 | 6% |
| 2014 | 2 | 8% |
| 2013 | 2 | 10% |
| 2012 | 3 | 5% |
| 2011 | 10 | 8% |
| 2010 | 3 | 9% |
| 2009 | 1 | 4% |
| 2008 | 7 | 5% |
| 2007 | 3 | 6% |
| 2006 | 1 | 0% |
| 2005 | 16 | 5% |
| 2004 | 21 | 8% |
| 2003 | 20 | 11% |
| 2002 | 12 | 5% |
| 2001 | 45 | 16% |
| 2000 | 21 | 9% |
| 1999 | 23 | 9% |
| 1997 | 8 | 21% |
| 1995 | 1 | 11% |
Other parts of the 2005 Ford F-250 SD
118 complaintsSteering
67 complaintsEngine cooling
37 complaintsElectrical system
32 complaintsFuel system
26 complaintsBrakes
20 complaintsEngine
10 complaintsVehicle speed control
10 complaintsBody and structure
9 complaintsTires
7 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
4 complaintsWheels
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Ford F-250 SD
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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