Ford to Recall 58,000 Focus Cars to Fix Possible Fuel Tank Problems
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Ford (F) - Get Report is recalling 58,000 Focus cars on fuel tank issues it failed to repair in October when it first recalled 1.5 million of the vehicles.
The automaker warned Focus owners about safety issues for select 2012 and 2017 vehicles and some 2013-2014 Focus ST models. The powertrain control module in these vehicles is incomplete, which could cause a malfunction and potentially deform the fuel tank, the company said on its web site.
Ford wrote:
"Affected vehicles did not receive the intended 18S32 calibration software that will detect a malfunctioning canister purge valve. When the canister purge valve is stuck open in these vehicles, an excessive vacuum can develop in the fuel vapor management system, potentially deforming the fuel tank."
If the powertrain misfires, the driver may "observe a malfunction indicator light, inaccurate or erratic fuel gauge indication, drivability concerns or loss of motive power," Ford said in a statement. "Ford is not aware of any reports of accident or injury related to this condition."
In October, about 1.5 million Focus cars were recalled for the same issue. The models that may have been improperly serviced at that time are being recalled again.
Ford shares rose 0.69% on Wednesday to $10.21.