Puspakom has issued a stern warning to vehicle runners and window tint film companies over the circulation of misleading information regarding its role in vehicle inspections, especially concerning window tint compliance. This move follows the discovery of warranty cards issued by a well-known tint film manufacturer, which asserted that their products were “JPJ-compliant” but “not Puspakom-compliant” – a claim the agency has firmly refuted.
According to FMT, the Chief Executive Officer of Puspakom, Mahmood Razak Bahman, denounced these assertions as both unfounded and deceptive. He clarified that Puspakom does not set independent standards for tint compliance and merely applies the specifications established by the Road Transport Department (JPJ) during its inspection processes.
Mahmood stated unequivocally that there is no such thing as a “Puspakom standard” for window tinting, and any implication to the contrary is a misrepresentation of the agency’s role. He further condemned the misuse of Puspakom’s name by industry players seeking to justify failed inspections or claim the existence of dual standards.
In many cases where vehicles fail tint inspections, the cause lies in the overall visible light transmission (VLT) values not meeting JPJ’s prescribed thresholds. Mahmood explained that this is often due to the factory-fitted tinted glass present in some vehicles. While a tint film might technically comply with JPJ guidelines when applied to clear glass, it may still result in a failed inspection if used in combination with windows that are already tinted by the manufacturer.
According to JPJ regulations, VLT levels must be at least 70 per cent for the front windscreen and 50 per cent for the front side windows. There are no specific restrictions for the rear side windows or the rear windscreen.
Mahmood advised vehicle owners to exercise caution when dealing with runners or tint film agents who propagate misleading narratives. Some, he noted, pressure customers into unnecessary removal of window tints or demand additional payments under the pretence of resolving fictitious compliance issues.
Puspakom reiterated its commitment to transparency and adherence to JPJ standards and urged the public to rely on verified information when making decisions related to vehicle modifications or inspections.
