noun
broken-down car; disabled vehicle
Refers to a vehicle that has broken down and cannot move under its own power. Commonly used in traffic reports and roadside assistance contexts.
高速道路で故障車が路肩に止まっている。
A broken-down car is stopped on the shoulder of the expressway.
故障車をレッカー車で移動させた。
The disabled vehicle was moved by a tow truck.