Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2005 IC CE
The 2005 IC CE has a significant number of recalls, particularly involving the vehicle's equipment and engine, highlighting potential reliability issues. Owner complaints are sparse, offering limited insights into problem patterns. If considering a purchase, focus on inspecting known recall areas.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2005 IC CE has 16 NHTSA recall campaigns and 5 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #15V772000 Wheel Chair Lift Link Arm Pivot Holes NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #10V267000 UNEXPECTED SHIFT IN VEHICLE POSITION NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #10V103000 HYDRAULIC BRAKING SYSTEM NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #09V052000 STEPWELL HEATER/REAR WALL MOUNTED HEATER/FIRE NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #08V353000 ENGINE HARD START/NO START/ENGINE STALL NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #08V258000 REMOTE POWER MODULE/POSSIBLE FIRE NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #06V189000 PARK BRAKE SYSTEM NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #05V561000 HANDRAIL DESIGN/DOOR CONTROL BRACKET NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #05V130000 FMVSS 225/CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEM NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #05V122000 BURNER TUBES/WEBASTO NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #05V041000 HYDRAULIC BRAKE PIVOT PIN BOLT NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #04V498000 IC CORP/30-INCH CHILD RESTRAINT SEATS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #04V469000 IC/SURE-LOK WHEELCHAIR SECUREMENT SYSTEMS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #04E058000 SURE-LOK/WHEELCHAIR SECUREMENT ASSEMBLY NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #04V359000 IC CORPORATION/VANDALE LOCK AUDIO SYSTEM NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #03V354000 IC/FMVSS 221/JOINT STRENGTH NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Structure 2 complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 1 complaint
- Other 1 complaint
- Parking Brake 1 complaint
Known issues to inspect
Engine hard start or stall
How to check: Examine engine start-up and listen for irregular sounds.
Faulty wheelchair lift
How to check: Inspect wheelchair lift functionality and look for loose parts.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Check for smooth and quick engine start.
Red flag: Hard start or stalling
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Listen for unusual noises from engine.
Red flag: Knocking or loud rattling
- 03
City driving
What to check: Ensure brake responds promptly.
Red flag: Delayed braking response
- 04
Steering maneuvers
What to check: Feel for smooth steering transitions.
Red flag: Resistance or strange noises
- 05
Highway acceleration
What to check: Observe for smooth acceleration.
Red flag: Hesitation or stutter
- 06
Parking
What to check: Test parking brake for full engagement.
Red flag: Parking brake does not hold
- 07
Post-drive inspection
What to check: Check for any fluid leaks under vehicle.
Red flag: Visible leaks or puddles
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Can you confirm all recall repairs are completed?
- Has the engine faced any starting issues?
- How often has the parking brake been used?
- Are there any current issues with the wheelchair lift?
- Have there been any electrical system failures?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Recall repair records
- Service history
- Title and registration
- Previous owner's details
- Vehicle inspection report
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2005 IC CE at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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