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NHTSA campaign 26V369000 · announced June 9, 2026 · filed by Ford Motor Company · 255,404 units affected

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.

The risk

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

What to do

Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 6, 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.

Vehicles covered by this recall

• 2012 Ford Focus
• 2013 Ford Focus
• 2014 Ford Focus
• 2015 Ford Focus
• 2016 Ford Focus
• 2017 Ford Focus
• 2018 Ford Focus

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal or repair advice.