- The problem
- Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 ranger trucks built from january 25, 2011, through april 25, 2011 at the twin cities assembly plant, and service parts distributed to dealers for certain 2004 through 2011 model year ranger trucks, 2002 through 2005 model year excursion vehicles, and 2002 through 2007 model year f-250, f-350, f-450, and f-550 trucks for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." The multi-function switch was shipped with a subcomponent (slider) that may experience deformation. A multi-function switch with a deformed slider may malfunction causing the turn signal, tail lights, hazard warning signal flashers and/or brake lights not to activate.
- The risk
- Non-functioning lights could increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the switches free of charge. The safety recall began on august 15, 2011. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
Vehicle safety record
2005 Ford Excursion Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2005 Ford Excursion have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in July 2011 for the tail lights.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Excursion year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2005 Ford Excursion recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Certain pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles and vans equipped with 6.0L diesel engines may experience stalling without warning while driving and may or may not restart.
- The risk
- Should the engine stall, a vehicle crash could occur.
- The fix
- Dealers will upgrade the fuel injection control module (ficm) wire harness or replaced, and/or have a new injection control pressure (icp)) sensor connector installed free of charge. The recall began on july 22, 2005. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
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No complaints about the 2005 Ford Excursion yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Ford Excursion: every year compared
All Excursion years2005 Ford Excursion vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 0 | 2 | B | |
| 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | 193 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Ford 500 | 99 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 2005 Ford E-350 | 55 | 14 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Ford E-450 | 33 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 26 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Ford Cvpi | 20 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 11 | 10 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Ford E-550 | 4 | 1 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2005 Ford Excursion
Does the 2005 Ford Excursion have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2005 Ford Excursion: tail lights (July 2011); wiring (June 2005). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2005 Ford Excursion had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2005 Ford Excursion a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 74 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Ford Excursion year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Ford Excursion years have the most complaints?
2001 (206), 2002 (172), 2003 (146). See every Ford Excursion year compared.
What should I do if my 2005 Ford Excursion has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data