Toyota Malta has warned about a WhatsApp scam using its brand name.

These messages, which purport to celebrate the company’s 100th anniversary, are encouraging users to click on a specific link to be able to win gifts. The company said that these messages are fraudulent and that it is not sending such messages to consumers.

“Toyota Malta advises against clicking on such links, which may involve the possibility of luring users into downloading malicious software on their phones or computers, or even provide access to third parties to steal identity data and financial information.”

The company reminded consumers that the official website of the local distributorship is www.toyota.com.mt while its official call centre contact number is +356 22694000.