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NHTSA·Cars and vehicles·June 9, 2026

Ford recalls 2012–2018 Focus cars over part that can make the engine stall while driving

A fuel vapor valve called the canister purge valve may malfunction in Focus cars that were previously repaired incorrectly, which can make the engine stall unexpectedly and raises the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will update the car's engine control software for free. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 and refer to Ford's recall number 26S40.

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Recall details

Product
Ford Focus 2012–2018
Company
Ford Motor Company
Hazard
An engine that stalls while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Units
257,868 vehicles
Owner notification
July 29, 2026
Reported to NHTSA
June 9, 2026
Identifiers
  • NHTSA campaign number: 26V369000
  • Manufacturer campaign number: 26S40
  • Model years: 2012–2018

The headline, summary and steps above are written in plain English from the official notice below. Identifiers are copied exactly as the agency published them. Always check the official notice before you act.

Official notice

The notice's own wording from NHTSA.

Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS:CANISTER
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.
Consequence
An engine that stalls while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective action
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.

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