Proton concerned over reports of Exora bursting into flames

KUALA LUMPUR: Proton Holdings Bhd (Proton) is very concerned by photographs being circulated on social media of a Proton Exora bursting into flames at the Cheneh exit along the East-Coast Highway Phase 2 (LPT2) on Feb 17, 2015.

“In the postings, some of the netizens claimed that the Exora was faulty due to an increase in temperature as a result of over-filling of fuel, causing the car to catch fire, while others speculated that the incident was due to a leaking fuel tank,” the company said in a statement Wednesday.

Proton said it is investigating the matter closely and has got in touch with the owner of the vehicle to ensure the well-being of the owner and his family and to get the full details about the Exora.

“We are taking the necessary measures and urge the public not to speculate on the situation,” it said.

The national carmaker said it does not compromise on quality that could cause its engines or cars to malfunction.

The Proton Exora is the first national Multi Purpose Vehicle (MPV), with more than 140,000 units sold worldwide. – Bernama