Two problems related to starter have been reported for the 2005 Ford F-250. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 2005 Ford f250. The contact stated that the vehicle was hesitant upon start-up. The failure was recurring. The starter would turn over but the engine would not engage. The battery was replaced twice but to no avail. Additionally, black smoke was emitting from the vehicle and the vehicle would stall sporadically. The vehicle was to be inspected, diagnosed and repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 109000.
The contact owns a 2005 Ford F-250 sd. While driving approximately 45 mph, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was coasted to the side of the road where starter fluid was dispensed into the engine and vehicle was able to resume normal operation. The failure recurred four times. The contac referenced NHTSA campaign id number 05v270000 (electrical system:wiring) however, the VIN was ineligible for repairs under the recall. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified and advised the contact that the engineers would investigate the engine stalling malfunction. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.