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Windscreen Insurance Malaysia: Coverage, Claims & Costs 2026

Everything about windscreen coverage — claim limits, replacement costs, ADAS calibration requirements, and whether this add-on is worth it for your car.

How does windscreen insurance work in Malaysia?

Windscreen coverage is a separate add-on costing RM50-150/year with claim limits from RM500-3,000. Claims don't affect NCD. Replacement costs: RM300-800 (Myvi), RM1,500-3,000 (ADAS cars like Civic, X50). Cars with Honda Sensing or ASA need RM300-600 calibration after replacement. Most insurers allow 1-2 claims per year.

Updated 2026 • Malaysia

What is Windscreen Coverage?

Windscreen coverage is a separate add-on to your car insurance — it is NOT included in standard comprehensive policies. Many drivers assume their windscreen is covered and discover the hard way during a claim.

This add-on covers damage to your windscreen (and sometimes side/rear windows) from stones, debris, vandalism, or accidents. The best part: windscreen claims do NOT affect your NCD, so you can claim freely without losing your no-claim discount.

Premium: RM50-150/year depending on your car and the coverage limit you choose. For most drivers, this is one of the best-value add-ons available.

How Much Does Windscreen Coverage Cost?

Windscreen add-on pricing varies by coverage limit:

Coverage LimitAnnual PremiumBest For
RM500RM50-70/yearPerodua, Proton (basic windscreen)
RM1,000RM70-100/yearMost national cars, Toyota, Nissan
RM2,000RM100-130/yearHonda, mid-range cars with ADAS
RM3,000RM120-150/year(ADAS Cars)Honda Sensing, Proton ADAS, luxury cars

Choose a limit that covers your car's windscreen replacement cost + ADAS calibration if applicable.

Key Benefit: NCD Not Affected

Unlike regular insurance claims, windscreen claims do NOT reduce your NCD. This means you can claim your windscreen replacement without worrying about losing your 25-55% no-claim discount. This alone makes the RM50-150/year add-on worthwhile.

Windscreen Replacement Costs by Car

Know your car's windscreen cost to choose the right coverage limit:

Car ModelWindscreen OnlyADAS CalibrationTotal Cost
Perodua Myvi / AxiaRM300-500RM150-300 (ASA)RM450-800
Perodua Ativa / AlzaRM400-600RM150-350 (ASA 3.0)RM550-950
Proton Saga / X50RM400-700RM200-400 (ADAS)RM600-1,100
Toyota Vios / Honda CityRM500-800RM200-400RM700-1,200
Honda CivicRM800-1,200RM300-600 (Honda Sensing)RM1,100-1,800
Honda HR-V / CR-VRM900-1,500RM400-800(Expensive)RM1,300-2,300
Tesla Model 3/YRM2,000-4,000RM500-1,000 (Autopilot)RM2,500-5,000

ADAS = Advanced Driver Assistance System. Calibration is mandatory after windscreen replacement on ADAS-equipped cars.

ADAS Calibration: The Hidden Cost

If your car has any form of ADAS (Honda Sensing, Perodua ASA, Proton ADAS, Toyota Safety Sense), the front camera mounted behind the windscreen must be recalibrated after replacement. This is not optional — driving without calibration means your safety systems may not work correctly.

Calibration costs RM150-800 depending on the car brand. This cost is often NOT covered under basic windscreen limits. For ADAS-equipped cars, choose a windscreen coverage limit of at least RM1,000-2,000 to cover both the glass and calibration.

Cars with ADAS cameras: Perodua Myvi/Ativa/Alza (ASA), Honda Civic/HR-V/CR-V (Honda Sensing), Proton X50/X70 (ADAS), Toyota Vios (TSS), and Nissan Almera (NIM).

Important: Don't Skip Calibration

After windscreen replacement, ADAS systems like automatic emergency braking (AEB) and lane keeping assist may malfunction without proper calibration. This isn't just inconvenient — it's a safety hazard. Always insist on calibration and ensure your coverage limit accounts for it.

When to Claim vs Pay Cash

Claim on Insurance

  • Full windscreen replacement needed
  • Cost exceeds RM300
  • ADAS calibration required
  • Multiple windows damaged

Remember: No NCD impact

Pay Cash

  • Small chip or crack (RM50-150 repair)
  • Chip can be repaired without full replacement
  • You've already used your annual claim limit
  • Cost is below excess amount

Small repairs often cheaper out-of-pocket

How to Make a Windscreen Claim

The windscreen claim process is simpler than regular claims:

1

Contact your insurer or agent

Report the windscreen damage. No police report needed for windscreen-only claims.

  • Have your policy number ready
2

Get approval and choose workshop

Insurer approves the claim and directs you to a panel workshop. Process usually takes 1-2 days.

  • Ask specifically for ADAS calibration if your car has it
3

Windscreen replacement

Workshop replaces windscreen and performs ADAS calibration if needed. Takes 2-4 hours.

  • Ensure OEM or equivalent quality glass is used
4

Cashless settlement

If using a panel workshop, settlement is usually cashless (direct billing). You pay nothing if within your coverage limit.

  • If cost exceeds limit, you pay the difference

Choosing the Right Coverage Limit

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Basic Cars (No ADAS)

RM500-1,000 limit. Covers Myvi, Axia, Saga without ADAS. Windscreen replacement under RM500.

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ADAS Cars (National)

RM1,000-1,500 limit. Covers Myvi ASA, Ativa ASA 3.0, X50 ADAS. Glass + calibration costs RM550-1,100.

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ADAS Cars (Honda/Toyota)

RM2,000-2,500 limit. Covers Civic, HR-V, City with Honda Sensing/TSS. Total cost RM1,100-2,300.

Premium / EV Cars

RM3,000+ limit. Covers Tesla, BMW, Mercedes. Windscreen + Autopilot calibration can exceed RM3,000.

Is Windscreen Coverage Worth It?

At RM50-150/year, windscreen coverage is one of the best-value add-ons. A single stone chip on the highway can crack your entire windscreen. Without coverage, you're paying RM300-3,000+ out of pocket. With coverage, you claim for free with zero NCD impact. For highway commuters, this is essential.

Windscreen Insurance Malaysia FAQ

No. Windscreen coverage is a separate add-on that costs RM50-150/year. Standard comprehensive insurance does NOT cover windscreen damage. You must specifically request and pay for this add-on when purchasing or renewing your policy.

Add Windscreen Coverage to Your Policy

Protect your windscreen for as little as RM50/year. No NCD impact, cashless claims, ADAS calibration included. Get a quote with windscreen coverage today.

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