Ford Focus recall: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:evaporative Emissions:canister
Official safety recall 26V369000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Focus | 2012 | United States |
| Ford Focus | 2013 | United States |
| Ford Focus | 2014 | United States |
| Ford Focus | 2015 | United States |
| Ford Focus | 2016 | United States |
| Ford Focus | 2017 | United States |
| Ford Focus | 2018 | United States |
The 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.
An engine that stalls while driving increases the risk of a crash.
The official 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.