Mazda recalling more than 260,000 vehicles over software problem that could cause stalling

Consumer Reports (7/10, Barry, 14.23M) says that Mazda is “recalling more than 260,000 cars and SUVs because a software problem could cause them to stall while driving.” The software “controls how the engine runs, and if a problem arises, the engine may not run as smoothly as it normally does, or it could stall while driving,” which “could lead the driver to lose control of the vehicle and may cause a crash, the NHTSA says.” The recall includes “the 2018 and 2019 CX-5 SUV, 2018 and 2019 Mazda 6 sedan, and 2019 Mazda 3 sedan and hatchback, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.”

        The story was reported similarly by USA Today (7/10), Cars (7/10, 1.24M), and the Car Connection (7/10, 116K).