Rapid KL attributes smoke incident at KL Sentral to brake malfunction

Rapid KL confirmed on November 10 that a brake system fault was responsible for an incident involving one of its trains at KL Sentral station, after smoke was observed emanating from the vehicle. The public transport operator said the malfunction triggered the smoke, which was subsequently brought under control. The incident prompted immediate attention from station staff and Rapid KL personnel to ensure passenger safety and service continuity. Rapid KL said it has inspected the affected train and undertaken necessary corrective measures to prevent similar occurrences. The operator has not reported any injuries resulting from the incident. This marks the latest in a series of technical issues affecting the rail operator's fleet in recent months, underscoring ongoing concerns about maintenance protocols across the Klang Valley's public transport network.