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Network/ United States/ Ford/ 26V369000

Ford · United States · High

Ford Focus: Fuel system — canister

Affects Ford Focus · 2012–2018 — about 255K vehicles.

The hazard

An engine that stalls while driving increases the risk of a crash.

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.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational