Motorists say RON95 wrecked their engines, and Selangor is now investigating seven petrol stations over watery fuel claims

Selangor is probing seven petrol stations following complaints that RON95 petrol may have been contaminated with water, leading to engine damage for motorists. The issue comes after similar accusations in northern states earlier this month. Selangor's Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry has received 10 formal complaints and collected 27 fuel samples for lab testing.

Officials claim the complaints involved various engine issues like strange noises, jerking, power loss, starting problems, and burnt valves. Some service centers have confirmed water contamination in fuel tanks as the cause of engine damage. The seven stations in question have valid Special Approval Licences and Petroleum Development Act licences.

However, the ministry has issued notices requesting operators produce necessary documents for the investigation. The probe centers on potential violations of the Trade Descriptions Act 2011, focusing on false descriptions of the petrol's content. The ministry urges oil companies and station operators to regularly maintain their underground storage tanks and adhere to quality and safety standards.

Motorists with potential issues are advised to retain their petrol receipts and workshop inspection reports when filing complaints. Earlier complaints in northern states included 33 claims in Penang involving 30 stations, 11 in Kedah after reports of vehicle breakdowns, and six in Perak, where initial tank inspections found no evidence of water contamination.

While authorities emphasize that laboratory results are necessary to determine the legitimacy of the allegations, there is no confirmed evidence linking the Selangor and northern state complaints.