# Ford Motor Company: Engine Stall From Canister Purge Valve Malfunction (26V369000)

**Recall Urgency Score:** 55/100

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Subject | Engine Stall From Canister Purge Valve Malfunction |
| NHTSA ID | 26V369000 |
| Manufacturer campaign | 26S40 |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
| Units potentially affected | 257868 |
| Do not drive | No |
| Park outside | No |
| Defect | 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. |
| Consequence | An engine that stalls while driving increases the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | 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. |

## Why this score
- Safety-critical component (fuel system).
- 257,868 units affected.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V369000). Last refreshed: 2026-11-04T18:12:01.520Z.
Recall data comes from NHTSA and is summarized automatically; check the official notice and VIN lookup before acting. Informational only.