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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 18V735000

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS:CANISTER

Published October 23, 2018 · Recall initiated: October 22, 2018

What's the hazard

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Ford Focus vehicles with a 2.0L GDI or 2.0L GTDI engine. The Canister Purge Valve (CPV) may malfunction, possibly causing excessive vacuum in fuel vapor management system.

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module. Dealers will also check for fault codes and replace the CPV as needed. If the CPV is replaced, dealers will inspect and replace the carbon canister, fuel tank and fuel delivery module as necessary. The recall began August 19, 2019. Owners may contact Ford Customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S32. Note: Until the vehicle is serviced for this concern, owners are advised to keep the fuel tank at least halfway full.

Recall details

Brand
FORD
Model
FOCUS
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Lot
2017 FORD FOCUS | 2016 FORD FOCUS | 2018 FORD FOCUS | 2013 FORD FOCUS | 2015 FORD FOCUS | 2014 FORD FOCUS | 2012 FORD FOCUS
Risk classification
V
Country
US
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