Over 250,000 Ford vehicles are being recalled due to a defect that could cause a malfunction while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The NHTSA recall notice states that an issue with the Canister Pressure Valve (CPV) could cause the engine to stall unexpectedly while driving in certain 2012–2018 Focus vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash. The agency said the vehicles were previously repaired incorrectly under a different recall.
“Affected vehicles are equipped with a CPV that may stick open. A CPV that is stuck open during the evaporative leak monitor check can cause excessive vacuum in the fuel system of these vehicles,” the recall report states. “Excessive vacuum can result in deformation of the plastic fuel tank.”
How Many Vehicles Are Affected?
Per the NHTSA, 255,404 units are potentially affected in this recall. The models include:
The recall number is 26S40.
According to the report, there are a few identification warnings: “Affected vehicles may illuminate a Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) or customers may observe inaccurate fuel gauge indication, inaccurate distance to empty indication and/or have drivability concerns.”
What Are the Next Steps for Car Owners?
Notification letters are expected to be mailed out on July 6. Ford can be reached at 1-866-436-7332.
According to the NHTSA, the dealer will update the vehicle’s powertrain control module at no charge.
