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Ford recalls more than 250,000 Focus models because engines can stall unexpectedly

Ford said a faulty canister purge valve can stall the engine without warning, and 255,404 Focus vehicles were repaired incorrectly in a prior recall.

  • Ford is recalling 255,404 Ford Focus models from 2012–2018 because a faulty canister purge valve can cause engines to stall unexpectedly, raising crash risk.
  • This action addresses a defect not adequately resolved in the previous 18V735 recall, which caused engines to stall while driving and increased crash and injury potential.
  • Ford dealers will provide a complimentary powertrain software update to rectify the defect, and owners can contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332 referencing recall number 26S40.
  • The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration issued recall 26V369, and owners can search for their vehicle identification numbers on NHTSA.gov starting July 6.
  • Ford, headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan, continues operations at the Ford World Headquarters as this recall ensures safety for owners of the affected Ford Focus models.
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Ford recalls more than 250,000 cars over engine stalling risks

The total number of cars impacted is 255,404. According to the NHTSA, 100% of Ford models under the recall were capable of this specific type of stalling.

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Ford recalls more than 255,000 Focus vehicles over engine stall risk

Ford announced a recall covering more than a quarter million Ford Focus vehicles over an issue that may cause the engine to stall unexpectedly.

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The brand will remove more than 255 thousand Focus after detecting a failure that could cause unexpected engine shutdown

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Ford recalls 250K Focus models due to engine stalling problem

Ford said the canister purge valve may malfunction, causing the engine to stall unexpectedly.

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Brussels Morning Online Newspaper broke the news on Friday, June 12, 2026.
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