PROTON RECALLS SAVVY

Proton recalls Savvy to check wheel bearing problemBERNAMAKUALA LUMPUR, mon:
Proton's Savvy city carProton is recalling its Savvy cars to address the possibility of water entry into the rear wheel bearing which could lead to a malfunction."The safety and satisfaction of our customers is a primary concern. As a precautionary measure, we are recalling all Savvy's for inspection and repair.We do apologise to all Savvy owners for any inconvenience," managing director Datuk Syed Zainal Abidin Syed Mohamed Tahir said in a statement here today.The recall will affect 34,000 Savvy cars and Proton will conduct the necessary checks and replacements at no cost to the customer.Proton said all Savvy owners are advised to take their cars to the nearest Proton Edar or EON service branches for an inspection."This recall is purely a precautionary measure as the convenience and safety of customers is Proton's highest priority," Proton said.Customers are encouraged to immediately contact the nearest service branches for an appointment to have their cars inspected. As an alternative, they can call Proton i-Care at 1-300-880-888.