2012–2018 Ford Focus Recall: Canister Purge Valve (CPV) may malfunction, causing the engine to stall…
NHTSA campaign 26V369000 · Fuel System, Gasoline · filed Jun 9, 2026 · verified Sep 14, 2026
The defect
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.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
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
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 26V369000 (manufacturer number 26S40). Data last verified Sep 14, 2026.