Recent reports indicate that although around 20,000 commercial vehicles in Malaysia have been fitted with Speed Limitation Devices (SLDs) since enforcement began, the vast majority of the fleet — over 90% — still remains unverified. This gap has sparked concern among logistics companies, bus operators, and other heavy vehicle operators.
Numbers and Context
- 20,000 – vehicles fitted with SLD hardware as of mid-October 2025. Bernama report
- 4,295 – JPJ-issued verification notices sent to operators for compliance. Bernama
- 92% unverified – approximately 100,000 vehicles nationwide had not completed SLD verification at the start of enforcement. NST
Industry Feedback
Operators have cited multiple challenges contributing to the slow verification rate:
- Workshop and verifier bottlenecks: Sudden high demand at JPJ-recognised installation centres has created booking backlogs.
- Technical complexity: Older vehicles may require ECU upgrades or external SLD modules, extending installation time.
- Documentation confusion: Operators are sometimes unclear on which verification slips are acceptable for inspections and permit renewals.
Expert Comment from JPJSLD
A spokesperson from JPJSLD stated: “We are seeing fleets arrive late for verification because operators underestimate the time needed for installation and functional testing. Planning early is crucial to avoid fines or permit delays. Our team provides full JPJ-authorised hardware, installation, and verification services, ensuring operators meet all regulatory requirements.”
Government Measures
The Ministry of Transport (MOT) and JPJ have implemented several measures to support compliance:
- Publishing the full list of JPJ-recognised verifiers and authorised workshops. JPJ list
- Providing deadline extensions for rebuilt or imported vehicles in specific categories.
- Targeted enforcement focusing on high-risk operators rather than blanket penalties for first-time non-compliance. The Star
Recommendations for Fleet Operators
- Conduct a fleet audit to identify vehicles affected by SLD rules.
- Book installations and verification with JPJ-recognised verifiers well in advance to avoid backlogs.
- Ensure proper documentation: verification slips, installation certificates, and registration papers.
- Maintain digital and physical records for all vehicles to facilitate inspections and permit renewals.
