2005 Ford F650

Introduction

The 2005 Ford F650 is a heavy-duty pickup truck available with multiple engine and transmission options. It is known for its powerful performance, rugged capability, and towing capacity. However, like any vehicle, it has its fair share of issues that owners have encountered.

Engine

6.0L Power Stroke Diesel

• Horsepower: 325 hp

• Torque: 570 lb-ft

• Injector Failure:
• Description/Symptoms: Hard starting, rough idle, loss of power
• Solution: Replace faulty injectors
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $3,000+
• Recalls: None Found
• EGR Valve Failure:
• Description/Symptoms: Engine check light, performance issues, increased emissions
• Solution: Replace EGR valve
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
• Recalls: None Found
• Turbocharger Failure:
• Description/Symptoms: Loss of boost, reduced power, smoke from exhaust
• Solution: Replace or repair turbocharger
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+
• Recalls: None Found

7.3L Power Stroke Diesel

• Horsepower: 235 hp

• Torque: 505 lb-ft

• Head Gasket Failure:
• Description/Symptoms: Coolant leaking, overheating, white smoke from exhaust
• Solution: Replace head gaskets
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $4,000+
• Recalls: None Found

Transmission

TorqShift 5R110W Automatic

• Slipping:
• Description/Symptoms: Transmission delays or struggles to engage, loss of power
• Solution: Repair or replace transmission
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $4,000+
• Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Leaf Spring Failure:
• Description/Symptoms: Sagging rear end, rough ride, premature tire wear
• Solution: Replace leaf springs
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,500+
• Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Alternator Failure:
• Description/Symptoms: Dimming headlights, battery not charging, electrical system malfunction
• Solution: Replace alternator
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
• Recalls: None Found
• Battery Drain:
• Description/Symptoms: Battery dies prematurely, difficulty starting
• Solution: Replace battery or find the source of the electrical draw
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
• Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Rust:
• Description/Symptoms: Corrosion on body panels, especially around wheel wells and undercarriage
• Solution: Rust removal and repair
• Estimated Cost to Fix: Dependent on severity
• Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Dashboard Odometer Failure:
• Description/Symptoms: Odometer display malfunctions or becomes inaccurate
• Solution: Replace odometer cluster
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
• Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2005 Ford F650 has several reported issues, with the engine and electrical components being the most common. While some issues, such as injector failure and EGR valve failure, can be quite costly to fix, others, like alternator failure and battery drain, are relatively inexpensive to address. Overall, the severity and cost of the issues with the F650 vary depending on the specific problem and the extent of the damage.