Ford Recalls 255,000 Vehicles for Engine Stalls While Driving

To date, Ford is not aware of any reports of accident or injury related to the malfunction.

Ford Focus compact cars are offered for sale at a dealership in Chicago on June 20, 2017. Scott Olson/Getty Images

The Ford Motor Company is recalling 255,404 vehicles that could experience an engine stall while in motion, which increases the risk of an accident.

According to a report posted on June 12 by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the recall involves certain 2012–2018 Focus vehicles that were previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 18V735.