The canister in your Focus is a container that helps control emissions. It's got a valve that can get stuck, causing problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the valve gets stuck, your Focus could stall on the road without warning, making it hard to control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will update the computer system that controls your engine, so the valve won't get stuck. This will be done at no cost to you, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An engine that stalls while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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.
The engine block heater in your vehicle is a device that warms up the engine when it's cold outside. In some 2013-2018 Focus, 2013-2019 Escape, and 2015-2016 MKC models with a 2.0L engine, this heater can crack and leak coolant, which can cause a short circuit.
Risk if Unfixed
If the block heater short circuits, it could start a fire, which is a serious risk to your safety and the safety of others.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will replace the faulty block heater with a new one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice, and in the meantime, don't plug in the block heater.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Focus, 2013-2019 Escape, and 2015-2016 MKC vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed March 6, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S01. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 16, 2026.
The Canister Purge Valve in your Ford Focus is a small valve that helps manage the air in your fuel tank. In your 2012-2018 Focus with a 2.0L engine, this valve might not work properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If it malfunctions, your engine could stall while you're driving, and you won't be able to restart it. This could happen without warning and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will update the computer system that controls the engine, fix any problems with the valve, and inspect and replace other parts as needed – all at no cost to you. Schedule the service when you get the recall notice.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Ford Focus vehicles with a 2.0L GDI or 2.0L GTDI engine. The Canister Purge Valve (CPV) may malfunction, possibly causing excessive vacuum in fuel vapor management system.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The excessive vaccuum may result in an engine stall while driving, without warning and without the ability to restart the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module. Dealers will also check for fault codes and replace the CPV as needed. If the CPV is replaced, dealers will inspect and replace the carbon canister, fuel tank and fuel delivery module as necessary. The recall began August 19, 2019. Owners may contact Ford Customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S32. Note: Until the vehicle is serviced for this concern, owners are advised to keep the fuel tank at least halfway full.
Your vehicle has a clutch in the manual transmission that might break, causing damage to the transmission and potentially a leak of transmission fluid.
Risk if Unfixed
If the transmission fluid leaks and there's a spark from the engine or exhaust, it could catch fire.
Free Fix
Ford will update your vehicle's software to prevent clutch problems and replace the clutch (if needed) free of charge.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Ford Fusion vehicles equipped with a 1.6L GTDI engine and 6-speed manual transmission and 2015-2016 Ford Focus vehicles equipped with a 1.0L GTDI engine and 6-speed manual transmission. Also included are four 2017 Ford Focus vehicles that had clutch replacements with potentially affected parts. The clutch may fracture, resulting in damage to the transmission assembly and possibly a transmission fluid leak.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the Focus vehicles with software that detects and prevents prolonged clutch slip, and will replace the clutch, as necessary, free of charge. Owners of Fusion vehicles will have their clutch assembly replaced free of charge. The recall began August 3, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S07.
Your vehicle may have a problem with the ignition system, which could keep the engine running even when you turn off the key or button. This is a safety concern because it could make the car move unintentionally.
Risk if Unfixed
If the engine keeps running, you could accidentally move the car out of park, which might cause a crash.
Free Fix
Ford will fix this problem for you at no cost. They will update the software in your car's computer to make sure the engine turns off properly.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured April 1, 2014, to June 12, 2015, Ford Focus vehicles manufactured June 17, 2014, to June 12, 2015, and Ford C-Max vehicles manufactured April 22, 2014, to June 12, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the engine may continue to run after the key or the START/STOP engine button is turned to off. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the engine does not turn off as expected, someone could move the transmission shifter out of park and the vehicle may move unintentionally, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. The recall began on July 27, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15C06.
The door latches in your vehicle are the parts that secure your doors shut. In some models, these latches might break, making it hard to close the doors properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If a door isn't fully latched, it could swing open while you're driving, putting you or your passengers at risk of injury.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will check the door latches to make sure they were fixed correctly the first time. If not, they'll replace them with new ones – for free. You'll get a notice with instructions on what to do next, and you can also check the latches yourself using a website.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Fiesta, 2013-2014 Fusion, 2015 Mustang, 2013-2015 Escape and C-Max, 2012-2015 Focus, 2014-2016 Transit Connect, 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ, and 2015 MKC vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and repaired under recalls 15V-246, 16V-643 or 17V-210, however the repair may not have been completed properly. A component within the door latches may break making the doors difficult to latch and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
Original — Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the latch date codes to confirm if the repair was done correctly, and replace the side door latches if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have the option to inspect their own vehicle's door latches and enter the date codes into a website to determine if the latches are correct. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 27, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S30.
The latch that keeps your hatchback closed is controlled by a button inside your car. On some 2013-2017 Ford Focus hatchbacks, this button can be accidentally pressed and release the hatch with just one press.
Risk if Unfixed
If the hatchback unlatches too easily, a passenger in the back could be thrown out of the car if it stops suddenly, which could cause serious injury.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will update the computer system that controls the latch, making it more secure, at no cost to you. Just schedule an appointment when you get the recall notice.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Ford Focus hatchback vehicles manufactured February 14, 2012, to August 26, 2016 and equipped with a manual transmission. The hatchback of the affected vehicles may be unlatched with a single press of the interior latch release button. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
With only a single press needed, the driver may accidently unlatch the hatchback, increasing the risk of injury to any unsecured passengers in the back.
Original — Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Body Control Module with updated software, free of charge. The recall began February 10, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C13.
The door latches on your vehicle are responsible for keeping your doors closed. In some 2012-2016 Ford models, these latches can break, causing the doors to appear closed when they're not.
Risk if Unfixed
If a door isn't properly latched, it could swing open while you're driving, putting you or a passenger at risk of getting hurt.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will swap out the faulty door latches for new, reliable ones – free of charge. You'll get a notification, and you should schedule the repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Ford Focus, 2013-2015 Ford Escape and Ford C-MAX, 2015 Lincoln MKC and Ford Mustang, and 2014-2016 Ford Transit Connect vehicles. A component within the door latches may break, preventing the doors from latching and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
Original — Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door latches with an improved part, free of charge. The recall began on January 27, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S30.
