You Must Read This if You're Driving Back To Kampung This Raya

Many people will be driving back to their hometowns this Raya. The highways will be busy with travellers, so it's very important that you drive safely. 

But before that, you should ensure that your car is safe for driving. Send it to your car manufacturer's service centre and get it checked before embarking on your journey. You should also check if your car is affected by any recalls or product updates announced by the car manufacturer. Here's how to do it:


Step 1: Find out your car's Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or CHASSIS Number.

The VIN is a set of 17 digits, it looks something like PMHGD12345A111122. You can get your car's VIN from

- the car's JPJ registration card
- the car's service booklet
- the blue plate on the passenger's side centre pillar or engine bay firewall


Step 2: Use the VIN / CHASSIS Number to check if your car needs a product update

For Honda cars, you may key in your VIN / CHASSIS Number here to find out if it's one of the affected cars. The Honda Malaysia website has also put up a list of the car models that are affected. Products that may require replacement include airbags, continuously variable transmission (CVT), and 12V battery.


Step 3: If affected, inform your service centre to have the replacement done.

The replacement of faulty parts is done on complimentary basis, which means it will be replaced for free. Do make sure the information provided to your service centre personnel is accurate. 


Nothing is more important than your safety, and nothing makes your family happier than to see you safe. 

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