Ford · United States · High
Ford Focus: Fuel system — canister
Affects Ford Focus · 2012–2018 — about 258K 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 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.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational