Rapid KL confirms brake fault behind smoke incident at KL Sentral (VIDEO)

In a statement, the rail operator said the incident is believed to have been caused by the train's braking system, which resulted in visible smoke being emitted from the affected train. — Picture via Threads/@ainbtrsyy

By Malay Mail

First Published: Tuesday, 10 Nov 2026 7:01 PM MYT

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 10 — Rapid KL today confirmed an incident involving one of its trains at KL Sentral station after smoke was seen coming from the train at about 5.15pm.

In a statement, the rail operator said the incident is believed to have been caused by the train's braking system, which resulted in visible smoke being emitted from the affected train.

As a safety precaution, the train was immediately withdrawn from service and will undergo a detailed inspection at the depot.

Rapid KL said all passengers were safely disembarked at Bangsar station and were able to continue their journey on the next available train.

No injuries were reported in the incident.

The operator added that train services on the Kelana Jaya Line continue to operate as normal despite the disruption.

Rapid KL also apologised to affected passengers for the inconvenience caused and reiterated that passenger safety remains its top priority.