Why are Malaysian cars breaking down after pumping petrol?

Opinion
05 Nov 2026 • 3:00 PM MYT
Why are Malaysian cars breaking down after pumping petrol?

Imagine pumping petrol and shortly after, your car breaks down! 😳

Malaysian authorities have received dozens of complaints across several states from motorists reporting problems after refuelling.

But here’s the mystery. Initial inspections at several stations found no signs of water contamination.

So what’s actually happening? And if the petrol is eventually proven responsible, who’s going to pay for the repairs?

Have you experienced anything like this?

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