7 INKA CLI-225 Commuter Trains Recalled as KAI Discovers Issues in Underframe
PT Kereta Commum Indonesia (KCI) has conducted a recall of seven KRL iE305/CLI-225 trainsets produced by PT Industri Kereta Api (INKA). The move follows the discovery of a problem with a specific component related to train safety.
KAI President Director Bobby Rasyidin explained that the problematic component is located in the train’s underframe. Inspections revealed the presence of fractures in the component.
“The issue identified recently falls under the ‘no-go item’ category. These are components in the underframe where fractures were found,” Bobby stated during a hearing with Commission VI of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI) on Wednesday (23/09/26).
In classifying train components, KAI categorises items into three groups: ‘no-go items’ related to safety, ‘major items’ that can disrupt operations, and ‘minor items’ related to passenger comfort.
As the issue was classified as a ‘no-go item’, KAI traced the source of the component’s production. Inspections showed that the components were produced domestically and originated from the same production batch.
“This is a local, domestic production. At the time, the focus was likely on TKDN (Domestic Component Level), or local content. Consequently, we investigated where else this component was produced within the same batch, and it was found in seven trainset units,” said Bobby.
KAI subsequently decided to recall all seven trainsets containing components from that batch. Inspections are being carried out to ensure no remaining safety issues exist before the trains return to service. During this process, KAI is conducting 100% Non-Destructive Testing (NDT). The inspection is performed after the coating on the components is removed.
The components are then subjected to maximum load testing to ensure there is no potential for material fatigue that could compromise safety or operations. Once the inspection is complete, components are repaired or replaced as necessary, followed by re-coating before being reinstalled.
Of the seven recalled trainsets, two have been declared free of ‘no-go’ category issues and have resumed operations. The remaining five trainsets will be processed gradually until 9 October 2026.