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Recall 26V-369

Ford Motor Company recalled the 2012 to 2018 Ford Focus: Fuel system, gasoline (storage, evaporative emissions, canister).

At a glance

Campaign number
26V-369
Reported
June 9, 2026
Vehicles affected
257,868 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

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.

The risk

An engine that stalls while driving increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

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-[removed]. 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