The Canister Purge Valve in your Focus is a small valve that helps control the air-fuel mixture in your engine. If it malfunctions, it can cause your engine to stall unexpectedly.
Risk if Unfixed
If your engine stalls while driving, you'll lose power and control. This increases the risk of a crash, which could put you and others in danger.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will update the computer system that controls your engine, and this service is completely free. When you receive the recall notice, schedule the update to ensure your safety on the road.
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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 fuel tank in your vehicle stores gasoline, but a software issue could cause a valve to malfunction, creating a vacuum in the fuel system.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel system's vacuum gets too high, your engine could stall while driving without warning, and you might not be able to restart it. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will update the engine computer with the correct software to prevent the problem, and they'll also check and replace any faulty parts for free. You'll be notified when the repair is ready to be done.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012 and 2017 Focus vehicles equipped with 2.0L GDI gasoline engines and 2013-2014 Focus ST vehicles equipped with 2.0L GTDI engines, previously recalled under 18V-735. The affected vehicles did not have the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) updated as intended. Therefore, the Canister Purge Valve (CPV) may malfunction, possibly causing excessive vacuum in the fuel vapor management system.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The excessive vacuum 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 July 29, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S22.
The Canister Purge Valve in your 2012-2018 Ford Focus is a small valve that helps manage the air in the fuel system. It's like a tiny gatekeeper that prevents bad air from getting into your engine.
Risk if Unfixed
If the CPV fails, it could cause a complete engine stall while driving, without warning. You won't be able to restart the engine, which could put you at risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will reprogram the engine computer and replace the faulty Canister Purge Valve, if necessary. They'll also check other related parts and replace them as needed – all at no cost to you. Just schedule the repair when you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.