2017 Ford Focus | 2016 Ford Focus | 2018 Ford Focus | 2013 Ford Focus | 2015 Ford Focus | 2014 Ford Focus | 2012 Ford Focus — Fuel system, gasoline: storage: evaporative emissions: canister
Published October 23, 2018 · Recall initiated: October 22, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V735000, published October 23, 2018 and initiated October 22, 2018. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2017 Ford Focus | 2016 Ford Focus | 2018 Ford Focus | 2013 Ford Focus | 2015 Ford Focus | 2014 Ford Focus | 2012 Ford Focus — Fuel system, gasoline: storage: evaporative emissions: canister.
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.
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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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Questions about this recall
Was 2017 Ford Focus | 2016 Ford Focus | 2018 Ford Focus | 2013 Ford Focus | 2015 Ford Focus | 2014 Ford Focus | 2012 Ford Focus — Fuel system, gasoline: storage: evaporative emissions: canister recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V735000 on October 23, 2018. Reported 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 should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: FOCUS.