Recall 26V369000: Ford Motor Company, fuel system, gasoline:storage:evaporative emissions:canister
Reported 2026-06-09 · vehicle recall · 257,868 units
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Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Focus vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 18V735. The Canister Purge Valve (CPV) may malfunction, causing the engine to stall unexpectedly while driving.
Risk
An engine that stalls while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S40. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6,2026.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| FORD | FOCUS | 2012 |
| FORD | FOCUS | 2013 |
| FORD | FOCUS | 2014 |
| FORD | FOCUS | 2015 |
| FORD | FOCUS | 2016 |
| FORD | FOCUS | 2017 |
| FORD | FOCUS | 2018 |
| Manufacturer campaign | 26S40 |
|---|---|
| Initiated by | MFR |
| Owner letters | 2026-07-29 |
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