Public safety register · Cyprus imports

Before you buy, check it isn't under a dangerous recall.

A free, searchable record of vehicle safety recalls from the markets Cyprus imports from — Japan & Ireland, plus local Cyprus notices. Search by make, model and year, and flag the fire, airbag, brake and steering defects that matter most.

10558 recalls on record
5188 flagged safety-critical
Official sources: Japan MLIT EU Safety Gate Cyprus RTD Refreshed nightly · How it works

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28 Nov 2011 258 units affected Ref JP-1217970

Manufacturing tolerances in the electric parking brake equalizer (device that distributes parking brake operating force equally to both wheels) may result in defects. Continued use in this condition could cause vibration to …

Citroen C4 Picasso 2007
25 Nov 2011 Ref 1304/11

Injuries — null The belt for the power steering pump may become detached from the pulley which could result in a sudden increase in steering effort and lead to a road accident.

Lexus Model Code, VIN Range, Production Period:WMI VDS VIS RX300 MCU35 JTJ HF31U# 00026501-02006484 1 June 2004 to 31 March 2005.RX400h MHU38 JTJ HW31U# 00001030-00005147.24 Sep.....

Honda: Body

Wheel / axle
24 Nov 2011 421 units affected Ref JP-1128570

Improper welding between the side frame and front lower cross member results in insufficient weld strength in some vehicles. Continued operation may cause weld separation due to driving vibration, resulting in misalignment …

Honda Vamos 2001–2002 Honda Acty 2001–2002
24 Nov 2011 940 units affected Ref JP-1128560

In vehicles equipped with manual transmission assist (Honda Techamatic), the bearing section of the brake linkage mechanism has an improper structure, which may cause excessive stress on the bearing section. Continued use …

Honda Accord 1997–2010 Honda Accord Wagon 1997–2010 Honda Inspire 1997–2010 Honda Airwave 1997–2010 Honda Edix 1997–2010 +3 more
24 Nov 2011 7378 units affected Ref JP-1128553

The electric power steering control unit has improper machining of the control board mounting holes, causing control board deformation in some units. Continued use may result in solder separation on the control …

Nissan X-Trail 2010 Nissan Dualis 2010

Nissan: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
24 Nov 2011 25173 units affected Ref JP-1128552

Assembly variation in fuel piping and related components of the fuel tank fuel pump unit may result in insufficient strength at the fuel supply piping assembly joint. Continued operation may cause cracks …

Nissan Dualis 2007–2010

Nissan: Wiring

Brakes
24 Nov 2011 49560 units affected Ref JP-1128551

(1) In the combination lamp (tail light, brake light, and turn signal) bulb holder, the terminals of the electrical wiring connector may be deformed. As a result, insulating material may form on …

Nissan Dualis 2007–2010 Nissan Dualis 2007–2010
17 Nov 2011 8723 units affected Ref JP-1217930

The rear stop lamp switch has insufficient heat resistance to exhaust manifold temperatures, causing the resin component to deform from thermal exposure. This results in brake fluid leakage, reduced rear brake braking …

Harley-Davidson FLHR 2008–2011 Harley-Davidson FLHR103 2008–2011 Harley-Davidson FLHRC 2008–2011 Harley-Davidson FLHT 2008–2011 Harley-Davidson FLHTC 2008–2011 +18 more

Volkswagen: Airbag

Airbag
16 Nov 2011 50736 units affected Ref JP-1217940

In vehicles equipped with integrated front and rear seat headrest airbag systems, improper wiring assembly of the rear side impact sensor may cause delayed airbag deployment in situations where the airbag should …

Volkswagen VW Polo 1.4 2004–2009 Volkswagen VW Polo 1.4 55kW 2004–2009 Volkswagen VW Polo 1.4 59kW 2004–2009 Volkswagen VW Polo 1.8T GTI 2004–2009 Volkswagen Polo 1.6 2004–2009
10 Nov 2011 17613 units affected Ref JP-1128500

The electrical wiring connected to the Electric Power Steering Control Unit (EPS-ECU) is improperly secured. Due to running vibration and similar factors, micro-sliding occurs between the EPS-ECU connector terminals and the electrical …

Mitsubishi RVR 2010–2011

Toyota: Engine General

Steering
9 Nov 2011 38057 units affected Ref JP-1128490

On the engine crankshaft pulley, some units have insufficient adhesive application between the outer ring and vibration damper rubber. This can cause the adhesive bond to separate, resulting in the outer ring …

Toyota Alphard G 2004–2005 Toyota Alphard V 2004–2005 Toyota Windom 2004–2005 Toyota Estima L 2004–2005 Toyota Estima T 2004–2005 +5 more

Komatsu: Wheel

Steering
8 Nov 2011 10 units affected Ref JP-1128450

On forklifts, insufficient clearance exists between the steering wheel rear tire and rim side surface and the rear axle. When the steering is operated to maximum turning angle, the rear tire and …

Komatsu FD80 2008–2011
4 Nov 2011 2 units affected Ref JP-1128440

In light-duty trucks, improper machining of the knuckle fitting hole in the knuckle adapter may result in insufficient bolt tension on the adapter mounting bolts. Continued use in this condition may cause …

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 2011
27 Oct 2011 18392 units affected Ref JP-1217890

In the braking system, inadequate startup management of the equipment that applies grease to the pivot portion of the front-wheel brake lever results in insufficient grease application to the pivot portion. The …

Honda Lead 2010–2011

Honda: Wiring

Brakes
27 Oct 2011 1182 units affected Ref JP-1217880

During engine side mount installation work, the insulation of electrical wiring (engine room wire harness) may be damaged by tightening bolts. As a result, vibration during driving may cause the wire insulation …

Honda Civic 2009–2010

HYOSUNG: Lining/Pad

Brakes
25 Oct 2011 4110 units affected Ref JP-1217900

Primary brake system brake pads have insufficient adhesion between friction material and backplate. Depending on usage environment, water can infiltrate the adhesion interface, causing corrosion. In worst case, friction material may separate, …

HYOSUNG GT 125 2007–2010 HYOSUNG GT 125 R 2007–2010 HYOSUNG GT 250 2007–2010 HYOSUNG GT 250 R 2007–2010 HYOSUNG GV 125 C 2007–2010 +4 more

Subaru: Engine General

Fire risk
20 Oct 2011 1362 units affected Ref JP-1128350

The air intake duct structure is inadequate, which can cause the metal connector portion of the duct to contact the fuel pipe. This may cause the fuel pipe to wear, and in …

Subaru Impreza S203 2004–2007 Subaru Impreza S204 2004–2007 Subaru Impreza TYPE RA-R 2004–2007

Yamaha: Throttle

Loss of control
18 Oct 2011 273262 units affected Ref JP-2104110

The waterproofing structure around the throttle cable in the acceleration system is inadequate. Water may enter inside the cable during rainy conditions and other wet-weather operation. In sub-freezing ambient temperatures, water trapped …

Yamaha VOX XF50 2006–2011 Yamaha VOX XF50D 2006–2011 Yamaha Gear BX50 2006–2011 Yamaha Gear BX50N 2006–2011 Yamaha Gear BX50S 2006–2011 +5 more
18 Oct 2011 3572 units affected Ref JP-1217860

The brake lamp switch has insufficient durability internally, causing wear and thermal deformation due to temperature rise during use, which may result in electrical contact failure. Continued use may cause the switch …

Mercedes-Benz ML270CDI 1999–2003 Mercedes-Benz ML320 1999–2003 Mercedes-Benz ML430 1999–2003 Mercedes-Benz ML55 1999–2003
18 Oct 2011 14107 units affected Ref JP-1128372

The rear wheel braking system has inadequate waterproofing around the brake cable. Water may enter the cable interior during rain or wet conditions. In sub-freezing environments, this trapped water can freeze, potentially …

Yamaha VOX XF50 2006–2007 Yamaha VOX XF50D 2006–2007
18 Oct 2011 265919 units affected Ref JP-1128371

The front brake cable assembly has inadequate water-sealing around the cable. Water may enter inside the cable during wet weather operation. In sub-freezing ambient temperatures, water trapped in the dust boot at …

Yamaha VOX XF50 2006–2011 Yamaha VOX XF50D 2006–2011 Yamaha Gear BX50 2006–2011 Yamaha Gear BX50N 2006–2011 Yamaha Jog CE50 2006–2011 +4 more

Mitsubishi: Suspension Arm/Rod

Wheel / axle
18 Oct 2011 1468 units affected Ref JP-1128360

In the rear suspension, improper application range control of stone-chip protective coating (rocker primer) applied to the lower side of the vehicle body has resulted in rocker primer adhesion to the torsion …

Mitsubishi Colt 2011

Maserati: Differential

Loss of control
5 Oct 2011 4 units affected Ref JP-1217830

In the power transmission system (gearbox with integrated differential), some planet gears were manufactured improperly. As a result, if rapid acceleration causing wheel spin is repeated, the planet gear may break during …

マセラテイ GranTurismo S 2010–2011
27 Sep 2011 5954 units affected Ref JP-1128330

In the steering system, inadequate manufacturing process control has resulted in insufficient tightening of the nut that secures the gear transmitting steering force. Continued use in this condition may cause the nut …

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Ace 2010–2011 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Queen 2010–2011 Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 2010–2011 UDトラックス 2010–2011
27 Sep 2011 178 units affected Ref JP-1128310

Tractors towing tilting-bed flatbed semi-trailers equipped with hydraulic systems for tilting-bed operation have insufficient fatigue strength in steel fittings of the hydraulic system against vibration during operation. Under certain use conditions, cracks …

Hino Profia 2005–2011 Isuzu GIGA 2005–2011 Mitsubishi Super Great 2005–2011 Nissan Quon 2005–2011
27 Sep 2011 15 units affected Ref JP-1128280

In large trucks where the brake air tank and other components have been relocated, the air tank bracket has insufficient strength. Vehicle vibration and similar conditions may cause cracks to develop in …

Isuzu GIGA 2010–2011
20 Sep 2011 1311 units affected Ref JP-1128230

In the motor controller for battery-powered forklifts, internal component terminals may become damaged due to inappropriate material selection or manufacturing processes. As a result, the controller may fail to operate normally, potentially …

Komatsu FB09H 2006–2011 Komatsu FB10 2006–2011 Komatsu FB14 2006–2011 Komatsu FB15 2006–2011 Komatsu FB15HB 2006–2011 +20 more

Mitsubishi: Engine - Other

Fire risk
20 Sep 2011 491 units affected Ref JP-1128210

High-pressure fuel injection pipes installed in large and medium-sized buses may develop wrinkles on the inner surface of the connector due to manufacturing variation. Fuel injection pressure acting on these wrinkles can …

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Star 2004–2009 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Midi 2004–2009

Checking a recall in Cyprus — common questions

Whether you're an owner asking "is my car affected?" or a buyer vetting a used import before you pay, these answer the questions people most often ask.

How do I check if my car has a recall in Cyprus?
Search recalls.cy by make, model and year on the Recalls page, or enter your VIN or chassis number on the Check page (recalls.cy/check). We cover the official recall registers from Japan (MLIT), the EU Safety Gate and Cyprus (RTD) — the markets Cyprus imports used cars from. It's free, and you should always confirm any match with the official source and your dealer.
How do I check a recall by VIN or chassis number?
Go to recalls.cy/check and enter the VIN or chassis number. We match it against exact Cyprus VIN registries and Japanese (MLIT) chassis-number ranges. A 'no match' is not a guarantee the car is clear — EU recalls are matched by make, model and year on the Recalls page, and no database is complete — so confirm with the official source and a dealer.
Does a recall from Japan apply to my right-hand-drive car here?
Usually yes. We deliberately cover Japan and other right-hand-drive, left-hand-traffic markets, because the cars Cyprus imports are the same right-hand-drive vehicles those recalls were issued for. A recall from a left-hand-drive market may not apply to the same model in right-hand-drive form, which is why we scope to Cyprus's actual import region. Always confirm your exact VIN with a dealer.
Is the Takata airbag in my Japanese import dangerous?
Takata airbag inflators are the subject of one of the largest safety recalls ever and can rupture and fire metal fragments. If your imported car is affected it is a safety-critical recall — do not ignore it. Search your make, model and year here, look for the red 'Dangerous' badge, and contact your dealer before driving. To be alerted the moment a new recall is issued for your exact VIN, recallscheck.cy (https://recallscheck.cy) monitors your specific car.
Are UK or Irish recalls relevant to cars in Cyprus?
EU Safety Gate recalls apply Cyprus-wide regardless of which EU country notified them, so an alert that came through Ireland is still relevant to the same vehicle here. We include the EU Safety Gate feed for exactly this reason. If you're buying a used import, it's worth checking the car's history and auction condition report too — cartrust.cy (https://cartrust.cy) does that for Japanese imports.
My car isn't listed — is it safe?
Not necessarily. recalls.cy aggregates official recalls and machine-translates them, but the database may not list every recall — Cyprus model data in particular is often unavailable at source — and a recall may simply not exist yet. 'Not listed' means we found no matching recall, not that the car is guaranteed defect-free. Confirm with the official source and your dealer, and for ongoing peace of mind set up a free SMS alert or per-VIN monitoring.
I'm buying a used import — how do I vet it for recalls before I buy?
Before you pay, search the make, model and year on recalls.cy and check for any safety-critical (red 'Dangerous') recalls, then ask the seller whether the recall work was carried out. A recall that was never remedied is a real cost and a safety risk. For the car's wider history and the original Japanese-auction condition report, cartrust.cy (https://cartrust.cy) verifies used imports before purchase.