Official recall notice
NHTSAN/ANotable
Engine Stall From Canister Purge Valve Malfunction
- Recall date
- 2026-06-09
- Brand
- Ford Motor Company
- Category
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 255,404
- Vehicle
- Ford Motor Company
Why it was recalled
Hazard
An engine that stalls while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Recommended action
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.
Product description
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.