Ford Motor Company is recalling 288,314 vehicles in the United States. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued the formal notice.
Initial reports do not specify the affected models or the exact nature of the safety defect. Ford will notify owners with instructions for free repairs at authorized dealerships.
Large-scale recalls often impact corporate financials through repair costs and shifts in consumer confidence. Market reaction to the announcement has not yet been established.
This recall follows recent operational disruptions at Ford’s Michigan plants. Hazardous air quality from wildfire smoke recently forced several employees to seek medical attention.