14 problems related to frame rust have been reported for the 2005 Ford F-150. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2005 Ford F-150 based on all problems reported for the 2005 F-150.
Frame rusting terribly and frame cracking near drivers side forward leaf spring mount. Truck has only 128,000 miles. Do not haul or tow any where near the trucks capacity. Normal driving and minor off road use.
Purchased vehicle Feb 2021 from private owner. Took vehicle in for servicing. Service department informed me that the oil change could not be completed, because they were afraid to place the vehicle on the lift due to the fact that it might split due to the frame being rusted completely through. Further, I was told that the vehicle was unsafe to drive due to the extensive corrosion of the frame on both the passenger and driver side. I was informed that at any time, if I hit a bump or was hit from behind, the vehicle would fold in half. Complaint id #: odi 11413329.
Went to have truck lined up and was told it had rusted the frame almost into in the rear. In more than one place.
Tl the contact owns a 2005 Ford F-150. After replacing the tires on the vehicle, the contact heard a cracking noise when the vehicle was placed on a lift. The independent mechanic confirmed the frame was rusted through to the point that it was unsafe to place on the lift. The vehicle was taken back to frederick motor company (1 waverley dr, frederick, MD 21702, (800) 734-9118). The contact was informed that they could not assist since the vehicle was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 57,000. The VIN was unknown.
The entire frame is rusting out. Everywhere I look theres rust. All of the cross frame from front to back down sides and across bottom of bed and where floor boards attach like was expensive truck Ford has to know.
Bought truck least week took in for a oil change and was told that the front half shaft is rotten to the point it's pitting. The steering shaft is rusted out and the majority of the frame is rusted out near where all the important parts of the vehicle are held in place. As I do research on this problem I'm finding it is a common problem. The truck only has 61000 miles on it and it shouldn't have this much wear on the body of the truck. Ford really needs to look into a recall because there are thousands of trucks with this same issue. I have never owned a Ford and never will again. The car is basically worthless and it's a matter of time when it rusts all the way thru. Stationary issue. I don't have any photos as of right now. I will be taking more the oil shop has pictures that he showed me.
Tl the contact owns a 2005 Ford-f150. The contact stated that the frame was rusted to the point that it could not be repaired. The rust could prevent the vehicle from passing inspection. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 120,000.
Extensive frame rust compromising vehicle integrity. Cracked frame.
Frame on f150 is rusting through causing frame to become vulnerable to breaking. Rusting and cracking taking place between back of cab and rear wheel mounts. Found during oil change at Ford dealership and body shop did not even want to provide estimate to fix due to complexity of fix and legal implications.
Premature frame corrosion and rust failure, during recent routine maintenance, my mechanic informed me that the frame on the rear half of my 2005 Ford F-150 had rusted under the bed and rear wheel wells to the point of failure where the frame would no longer support the weight of the vehicle on his lift. Rust thru holes and longitudinal cracks had formed on the bottom and side frame surfaces at the stress point before the rear wheel bend. This seems extremely unusual because the truck has been generally been garage kept and maintained in good mechanical condition. The exterior body only exhibits light spots of surface rust on the visible body panels. Providing no hints of the degradation occurring below. My mechanic has told me that catastrophic failure of the frame structure was imminent and that the vehicle was no longer safe to drive. Which in itself is concerning in that I had been totally unaware of the vehicle's deteriorating condition. Had I not taken the vehicle in for maintenance I would likely continued driving the vehicle until one day being totally surprised when the back half of my truck separated from the front.
When changing the brakes on my 2005 f150 I found the frame completely rusted thru the exterior is in great shape with minimal corrosion.
Extensive main frame rail rust rending truck unsafe to drive now. Started around 2010.
Frame rusted and cracked, 72,000 miles. I'm the original owner. Note, all other underbody components appear normal for age and miles; though I don't have too much faith in rear drive shaft. Location is in front leaf spring attachment bracket adjacent to fuel tank.
Tl-the contact owns a 2005 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to and independent mechanic for scheduled maintenance service. While the vehicle was on the lift noticed that the entire frame was severely rusted and there were fracture areas in front of the wheel well both sides. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 67,000. Bp.