Owning a car comes with its fair share of responsibilities—regular maintenance, occasional repairs, and ensuring your vehicle stays roadworthy.
However, finding a trustworthy workshop can be a daunting task, especially when some mechanics take advantage of car owners by overcharging for unnecessary services.
Many have shared stories of being “slaughtered” at workshops, where minor issues turn into costly repairs.
This was the reality for one woman, who recently took to platform X to share her shocking experience.
Her simple steering issue escalated into a massive RM6,277 bill for her Viva car. The woman was left stunned, feeling deceived and overwhelmed by the charges.
From a minor problem to a huge bill
In her post, she detailed how she initially visited the workshop to fix a minor issue—her steering wheel was vibrating during daily use.
Expecting a straightforward solution, she was caught off guard when she received a bill of RM4,777.
“I swiped my card to pay for the repair costs at the workshop earlier, RM4,777, I was shaking,” she recalled.
She also shared an image of the receipt, which listed various components that had allegedly been replaced.
To her dismay, the total cost amounted to RM6,277—far more than she had anticipated.
Netizens react: “She was scammed”
The woman’s post quickly gained traction, with many users expressing their concern and sympathy.
Several netizens believed she was scammed, pointing out the inflated prices for parts. The steering rack alone was priced at RM3,200—significantly higher than what most people would expect.
In response to her story, many advised women to bring someone knowledgeable about cars when visiting workshops to avoid overcharging.
Users also recommended doing research and checking online resources for typical prices before committing to any repair.
