NHTSA recall 26V-369 (26V369000)
fuel system, gasoline recall reported June 9, 2026 - about 257,868 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 26V369000
- Also written as
- 26V-369
- Manufacturer number
- 26S40
- Reported
- June 9, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- ~257,868
- Component
- fuel system, gasoline
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
An engine that stalls while driving increases the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 26V-369 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.