Two problems related to front air bag sensor control 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.
The contact owns a 2005 Ford F-150. The contact noticed that the air bag warning light remained illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact is a professional technician and he inspected his vehicle and discovered that the cause of the failure was a defective air bag sensor module. The sensor module is located in a way that allows water to enter and, over a period of time, becomes frozen, which permanently breaks the sensor. He ordered the part from the dealer and replaced the air bag sensor as a temporary remedy. The failure and current mileages were 25,000. Updated 04/29/08.
: the contact stated there was a feature on the passenger's air bag that disabled the air bag based on the weight of the passenger. The air bag light illuminated only when there was an occupant in the passenger's seat. The dealership determined there was no adjustment to this sensor, and the manufacturer told the contact that this was normal. Updated 1/25/2006 - the air bag was disabled although a 120 lb occupant was in the seat. The consumer contacted the dealer. The dealer noted the failure but claimed there was no way to correct the problem.