Recall 19V515 affects 57,488 2012, 2013, 2014, 2017 Ford Focus vehicles for a purge valve defect that risks engine stall. Free repair at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 57,488 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2017 Focus vehicles under recall 19V515 because a previous repair did not update the Powertrain Control Module as intended, so the Canister Purge Valve can malfunction and cause excessive vacuum in the fuel vapor system. The engine can stall without warning and fail to restart, raising the risk of a crash, and Ford dealers will complete the corrected repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The canister purge valve is a small electric valve in the fuel vapor management system on these Focus vehicles. During normal driving, fuel vapors collect in a charcoal canister; the purge valve opens at the right moments to let the engine burn those vapors instead of venting them. The powertrain control module, or PCM, is the computer that tells the valve when to open and how long to stay open.
On affected 2012 and 2017 Focus vehicles with the 2.0L GDI engine and 2013 to 2014 Focus ST vehicles with the 2.0L GTDI engine, the PCM software update from the earlier 18S32 recall was not properly released into service. With the wrong calibration in place, the purge valve does not operate as intended, and excessive vacuum can build inside the fuel vapor system.
Drivers will often see the check engine light come on first. Some owners also notice an inaccurate fuel gauge reading, an inaccurate distance to empty number, or general drivability concerns. Those are the warning signs that the calibration is wrong.
Who's affected?
Covers four model years of the Focus split into two production windows: 2012-2014 cars built from October 2010 through December 2014, plus 2017 cars built from August 2016 through April 2017.
| 2017 Ford Focus | fuel system |
|---|---|
| 2012 Ford Focus | fuel system |
| 2013 Ford Focus | fuel system |
| 2014 Ford Focus | fuel system |
| Units affected | 57,488 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Focus is included in this recall.
What's the safety risk?
An unexpected engine stall while driving raises the risk of a crash, and the engine will not restart afterward. Watch for a check-engine light, an inaccurate fuel gauge, an unreliable distance-to-empty reading, or other drivability concerns, and schedule the repair soon if any of those show up. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012, 2013, 2014, or 2017 Ford Focus is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Ford dealer to schedule the Powertrain Control Module reprogramming that addresses the canister purge valve malfunction.
- Ask the dealer to also check for fault codes and replace the canister purge valve, carbon canister, fuel tank, and fuel delivery module if needed (all covered free of charge).
- Reference recall number 19V515 (Ford recall 19S22) when you call, and bring the owner notice if Ford has mailed one.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, since the defect can cause an engine stall without warning and without the ability to restart.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician reprograms the Powertrain Control Module and scans for fault codes. If the scan flags the Canister Purge Valve, the technician replaces it, then inspects the carbon canister, fuel tank, and fuel delivery module and replaces any of those parts as needed. Parts and labor are free under the recall. If you paid out of pocket for a related repair before being notified, Ford's reimbursement program covers documented expenses through the eligibility window ending August 19, 2019. Bring your receipts to the service desk when you arrive.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 5, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 8, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| July 8, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 29, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 29, 2019 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| July 29, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V515?
Recall 19V515 covers 57,488 2012 and 2017 Ford Focus vehicles with 2.0L GDI engines and 2013-2014 Focus ST vehicles with 2.0L GTDI engines. A canister purge valve fault can create excessive vacuum in the fuel vapor system, causing the engine to stall without warning and without the ability to restart.
What should I do if my 2012, 2013, 2014, 2017 Ford Focus is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Focus is included in recall 19V515. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the powertrain control module reprogramming. Reference recall number 19V515 when you call, or reach Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to perform the recall repair at no cost. Ford dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module free of charge, and if needed, replace the canister purge valve, carbon canister, fuel tank, and fuel delivery module at no charge to the owner.
What if I bought my Ford Focus used?
The free repair still applies. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to honor the recall regardless of ownership history. If Ford never mailed you a notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Focus is included, and reference recall number 19V515 when you call the dealer or Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
What warning signs should I watch for?
There is no warning sign before failure. The engine can stall while driving without notice, and the vehicle cannot be restarted afterward. Because the stall happens without warning, schedule the powertrain control module reprogramming at a franchised Ford dealer as soon as your VIN is confirmed in recall 19V515.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V515000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V515 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V515000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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