Does your car’s third brake light work properly? If not, you can be fined up to RM2,000 and face imprisonment of not more than six months if convicted, according to the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM).
The third brake light is the red light located at the top or bottom middle of a car’s windshield and serves to notify drivers behind that you are slowing down, which is especially important when it is raining.
Should the third brake light malfunction or be removed by the car owner, this poses a danger to other drivers tailing you as they may not be able to know when you are braking, resulting in a possible collision. Drivers caught with faulty or absent taillights are subject to Section 119(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 for general offences and penalties.
A simple way to check by yourself if your car’s third brake light is working is to use your phone to record a video of your car from the back while you get in and step on the brake pedal in a safe environment.
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AI-generated Summary ✨
Comments mainly discuss concerns about the strict enforcement of the third brake light law, with some arguing that penalties like RM2,000 fines and six months jail are excessive for a malfunctioning light. Several suggest more lenient approaches, such as warning tickets or a grace period for repairs, similar to New Zealand. Others highlight issues like car maintenance neglect, malfunctioning lights, and the challenge of drivers detecting when their third brake light is out. There’s also discussion about general enforcement practices, including other traffic violations, and criticism of perceived overreach and corruption. Some comments touch on the importance of proper vehicle maintenance and question the law's necessity, while a few sarcastically reference related road safety issues and enforcement priorities.