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MOT announces additional 10,000 quota for MyLesen B2 programme this year

The Ministry of Transport (MOT), through the Road Transport Department (JPJ), has increased the quota, by 10,000, for the MyLesen B2 programme this year, with a total allocation of RM3.5 million according to Bernama.

Its Minister Anthony Loke said the move was made following the encouraging response to the initial 15,000 quota, which was almost fully taken up, with 14,581 participants, 97 per cent of whom are youths, having joined the programme.

“I discussed with JPJ earlier. This year, we have implemented the programme for nearly 15,000 participants. In the first six months alone, it was almost fully taken up. Starting mid-year, we will increase the quota by 10,000 nationwide, with allocations provided through initiatives under the ministry,” he said.

“The cost of obtaining the licence is RM350 per participant. I also urge schools to help identify students who ride motorcycles without a licence, as they are the main target group for this initiative. We want to help them get the licence; we do not want young people riding motorcycles to school without a licence. That is why the role of schools is crucial,” he told reporters today.

Loke said this after the presentation of the state-level MyLesen B2 driving licences, which was also attended by JPJ director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli and Negeri Sembilan JPJ director Hanif Yusabra Yusuf.

The Seremban Member of Parliament said that the programme reflects the government’s commitment to assist the B40 low-income group, in improving their socio-economic status and household income through job opportunities, particularly in the gig economy, while also aiming to produce competent and safe drivers.

He added that the initiative also enables the target group to obtain a Class B2 motorcycle licence legally, in an easier and more affordable manner.

“I don’t want to hear of any school students riding motorcycles without a licence. This is a reminder—riding without a licence is illegal and puts lives at risk. Driving institutes must also ensure that these individuals are properly trained,” he said.

Loke also expressed hope that the young recipients of the licence would serve as ambassadors, by setting good examples within their communities, promoting road safety awareness, the importance of obeying traffic rules, and encouraging prudent, careful, and responsible riding.

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Video of double line cutting goes viral, JPJ officer suspended

The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has announced the suspension of an officer found guilty of overtaking on a double line, as seen in a video that has gone viral on social media.

In addition to the suspension, the officer involved has also been fined, subjected to a driving ban of departmental vehicles, and reassigned to a group position at the JPJ Headquarters until the investigation is completed.

 

Following this incident, the JPJ has also initiated further investigations into other offenses committed by the officer for additional action.

In the viral video, a JPJ vehicle, a Honda CR-V, was seen overtaking heavy vehicles on a bend that had double lines.

JPJ expresses its highest appreciation and urges the public to continue reporting violations committed by road users through the MyJPJ app or via email at aduantrafik@jpj.gov.my.

 

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JPJ recalls 8,322 vehicles from Kia, Mercedes-Benz, and Yamaha

The Malaysian Road Transport Department (JPJ) has announced a recall campaign affecting 8,322 units of vehicles from three brands.

Of this total, 5,123 units of the Kia Rio UB (model years 2010-2017) are being recalled due to a potential risk of short circuits that could cause a fire in the hydraulic electronic control unit (HECU).

Meanwhile, 1,649 units of the Yamaha MT-09 and 1,369 units of the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (models manufactured from November 2021 to February 2025) are also being recalled due to malfunctioning Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) components.

Additionally, 149 units of the 2023-2024 Tenere 700 are affected by clutch operation issues that could interfere with gear shifting.

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has also announced a recall involving 32 units of various models (S-Class, GLC-Class, AMG SL, EQE, and EQS) due to improperly reinstalled fuse boxes that may compromise the system’s functionality.

All affected owners will be contacted by their respective vehicle manufacturers to arrange inspection appointment slots.

According to JPJ, any components involved in the recall will be replaced at no cost to the owners.

 

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JPJ announces product recalls from Toyota, Mercedes-Benz and Chery

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The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has announced a recall campaign Series 2/2024 involving several models from three brands namely Toyota, Mercedes-Benz, and Chery.

According to JPJ, the recalls have been conducted by the respective manufacturers since March 2024 and are ongoing until now.

The following are all the models involved in the recall campaign:

Toyota

  • Corolla Cross (July – September 2023) – 2,379 units

Mercedes-Benz

  • C 200 (January – July 2023) – 1 unit
  • CLA 200, CLA 45 AMG 4Matic, A 250, A 45 AMG 4Matic dan S 400 Hybrid (June 2012 – January 2021) – 11 units
  • EQS 500 4Matic, EQS 580 4Matic, GLC 300 4Matic, GLC 350 E 4Matic, AMG EQE 53 4Matic+, AMG EQS 53 4Matic+, AMG SL 43 Roadster, Maybach S 580 4Matic and S 580 E (January-November 2023) – 1,297 units
  • GLE 450 4Matic and GLS 450 4Matic (February 2018 – November 2023) – 1,302 units

Chery

  • Omoda 5 (November 2023-April 2024) – 600 units

The department also stated that, following the rear axle failure involving an Omoda 5 that went viral recently, Chery Auto Malaysia Sdn Bhd promptly initiated recalls since May 3, 2024.

As of June 7, 2024, Chery has inspected 592 units out of the 600 units (98.67%) of the Omoda 5 affected by the recall.

“The remaining owners have been contacted, and the recall is expected to be completed by the end of June 2024,” JPJ said in a Facebook post.