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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4 Nov 2004 635 units affected Ref JP-1112700

The rear combination lamp's red lens, which serves as both a tail light and brake light, has insufficient weather resistance. Prolonged exposure to strong sunlight causes the red color to gradually fade, …

Daihatsu Daihatsu Delta 1999–2000 Hino KK-BU306Y 1999–2000 Hino KK-XZU307Y 1999–2000 Toyota Toyota Dyna 200 1999–2000

Toyota: Brake Light

Brakes
4 Nov 2004 653715 units affected Ref JP-1112690

The rear combination lamp's tail light and brake light dual-purpose red lens has insufficient weather resistance. Prolonged exposure to strong sunlight causes the lens red color to gradually fade, risking non-compliance with …

Toyota U-LH129S 1989–2000 Toyota Toyota Hiace Commuter 1989–2000 Toyota Toyota Hiace Commuter 4WD 1989–2000 Toyota Toyota Hiace Van 1989–2000 Toyota Toyota Hiace Van 4WD 1989–2000 +2 more
29 Oct 2004 10439 units affected Ref JP-1112940

The wedge structure of the expander that extends the brake shoes in the primary braking system is defective. When brake linings wear beyond the service limit or shoe gap becomes excessive, the …

Hino KS-FN1EWJA 2003–2004 Hino KS-FN1EWJG 2003–2004 Hino KS-FN1EWWA 2003–2004 Hino KS-FN1EYWA 2003–2004 Hino KS-FN1EYWG 2003–2004 +27 more
28 Oct 2004 346 units affected Ref JP-1211750

Due to inappropriate engine control unit programming, the throttle valve exhibits excessive amplitude in its closed position, which may cause the electronic throttle motor stopper to fracture. Consequently, engine control may enter …

Citroen C5 2003–2004 Citroen Xsara 2003–2004 Citroen Xsara Picasso 2003–2004
28 Oct 2004 1812 units affected Ref JP-1112920

The air piping (nylon tubing) for the parking brake (wheel parking brake) is routed improperly, causing the nylon tubing to soften due to engine heat in some cases. As a result, the …

Isuzu GIGA 2003–2004
28 Oct 2004 222 units affected Ref JP-1112792

The float stopper structure in the brake fluid reservoir's brake fluid leak warning system is inadequate. During manufacturing, when brake fluid was pressurized and injected on the production line, the float became …

Hino PB-XZU411M 2004 Hino PB-XZU413M 2004 Hino PB-XZU414M 2004 Hino PB-XZU423M 2004 Hino PB-XZU424M 2004 +4 more
27 Oct 2004 10011 units affected Ref JP-1112900

In independent suspension systems, the front suspension arm and rear suspension arm (on dual rear-axle vehicles) have insufficient rigidity. Road surface inputs during driving and braking inputs may cause cracking in the …

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero King 1982–1994 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Queen 1982–1994 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Bus 1982–1994

Mitsubishi: Axle

Wheel / axle
27 Oct 2004 21062 units affected Ref JP-1112890

In the rear axle tube of low-floor, dual rear-axle heavy-duty trucks, improper die management during forging resulted in some vehicles being assembled with damaged tube components. Consequently, repeated input loads from road …

Mitsubishi Fuso 1983–1999

Mitsubishi: Suspension Arm/Rod

Wheel / axle
27 Oct 2004 106832 units affected Ref JP-1112870

① In the ball joints of upper and lower arms on independent front suspension systems of small trucks, improper dust boot seal design allows mud and water ingress, causing wear of plastic …

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 1993–2003
26 Oct 2004 330496 units affected Ref JP-1112810

The relay rod of the steering apparatus has insufficient strength. Prolonged frequent use involving high steering forces, such as lock-to-lock steering operations, may cause cracks to develop. Continued use allows cracks to …

Toyota Toyota Hilux 4WD 1988–1996 Toyota Toyota Hilux Surf 1988–1996 Toyota Toyota Hilux Surf Wagon 1988–1996

Toyota: Steering - Other

Steering
26 Oct 2004 9141 units affected Ref JP-1112800

The bracket (right side of two locations) that secures the steering gearbox to the cross member has insufficient plate thickness in some units. Frequent full-lock steering operations can damage this bracket, resulting …

Toyota Lite Ace 2003–2004
20 Oct 2004 254252 units affected Ref JP-1112780

On vehicles equipped with power steering, the knuckle arm has insufficient strength. Repeated full-lock steering and high-frequency steering operation can cause cracks to develop in the arm. If use continues in this …

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 1980–1990
19 Oct 2004 3 units affected Ref JP-1211730

In vehicles equipped with electronic stability control, the surface treatment of the rubber damper inside the acceleration sensor that detects skidding is inadequate. Continued use may cause the rubber damper surface to …

Jaguar X-TYPE 2.0 V6 2004 Jaguar X-TYPE 2.5 V6 SE 2004

Isuzu/Nissan: Exhaust Pipe

Fire risk
19 Oct 2004 138 units affected Ref JP-1112530

On aerial work platforms, improper installation of the exhaust pipe has resulted in gaps forming at the clamp tabs in some units. Continued operation may cause the clamp bolt to fracture, causing …

Isuzu Elf 1999–2003 Nissan Atlas 1999–2003
14 Oct 2004 512 units affected Ref JP-1112730

The bracket securing the suspension lock cylinder, which locks the buffer device during operation, has insufficient strength. As a result, cracks may develop in the vehicle frame at the bracket mounting points …

小松メック LW100-1 1993–1998 小松メック LW80-1 1993–1998

Mitsubishi: Clutch

Brakes
13 Oct 2004 3724 units affected Ref JP-1112680

The electronic control unit (ECU) governing the mechanical automatic transmission has an improper control program. When the vehicle is stopped in Drive range without depressing the clutch pedal, the clutch remains in …

Mitsubishi Fuso 1998–2004
13 Oct 2004 3035 units affected Ref JP-1112660

The material of the rear axle shaft in large trucks with rear-axle drive is inappropriate, resulting in insufficient strength near the flange root against excessive input during start-up. Therefore, the shaft may …

Mitsubishi Fuso 1983–1995
13 Oct 2004 2094 units affected Ref JP-1112620

The oil seal and O-ring of the chain-drive power transmission device (transfer case) have insufficient heat resistance. During continuous high-speed driving, if transfer oil temperature rises, the oil seal or O-ring may …

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Midi 1988–1993

Subaru: Lubrication System

Fire risk
8 Oct 2004 1 units affected Ref JP-1112750

In turbocharged manual transmission vehicles, the fastening bolt of the Oil Control Valve (OCV) cover—which hydraulically controls engine intake valve timing—has insufficient bolt preload. Under sustained high-load, high-RPM operation, internal engine vacuum …

Subaru Legacy 2004
8 Oct 2004 1115 units affected Ref JP-1112720

The gap between the snap pin (which prevents the connecting pin from coming out between the right brake pedal and brake link) and the brake pedal support is improper. During brake operation, …

Kubota GM49 2003–2004 Kubota GM64 2003–2004 Kubota GM75 2003–2004
7 Oct 2004 9402 units affected Ref JP-1112640

The heat protector mounting bracket attached to the vehicle frame has an inadequate design, resulting in insufficient strength. Vibration during driving may cause the bracket to fracture, allowing the heat protector to …

Isuzu Elf 2000–2004 Nissan Atlas 2000–2004 Nissan Condor 2000–2004
7 Oct 2004 2915 units affected Ref JP-1112600

On vehicles equipped with spring-applied parking brakes, improper heat treatment of the roller at the wedge tip that expands the brake shoe, or improper assembly of wedge component parts, may cause wedge …

Mitsubishi Fuso 1992–1998 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Queen 1992–1998
7 Oct 2004 2917 units affected Ref JP-1112590

In vehicles equipped with spring-type parking brakes, improper internal dimensions of the spring storage chamber and inappropriate spring seat geometry can cause spring-to-spring or spring-to-chamber interference during spring compression (parking brake release). …

Mitsubishi Fuso 1992–1998 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Queen 1992–1998
7 Oct 2004 367697 units affected Ref JP-1112580

The parking brake cable end fitting on the center brake side is improperly shaped, causing the cable end to sit at an angle in the lever groove. This can result in bending …

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 1993–2001
7 Oct 2004 10 units affected Ref JP-1112430

The rear axle upper torque rod bracket attachment to the frame lacks sufficient strength. High stress develops during rapid acceleration or braking, causing cracks. Continued use may result in bracket fracture, which …

Nissan - 2001–2004

Volkswagen: Fuel Hose/Pipe

Fuel leak
5 Oct 2004 17476 units affected Ref JP-1211650

During the fuel hose inspection process at the manufacturing facility, improper force was applied to the resin pipe section of the fuel pump during inspection, causing microscopic cracks to develop in some …

Volkswagen VW Golf GLi 1998–1999

Hino: Wiring

Fire risk
5 Oct 2004 12 units affected Ref JP-1112710

The ground cable for the alternator has an inadequate wire gauge. During power generation, the cable's allowable current rating is exceeded, causing the cable to melt and burn. In worst cases, this …

Hino PB-HR7JHAE 2004 Hino PK-HR7JPAE 2004

Nissan: Brake Light

Brakes
5 Oct 2004 159 units affected Ref JP-1112450

Some brake light switches have been sprayed with inappropriate lubricant during the vehicle manufacturing process. As a result, lubricant components may oxidize during use, increasing contact resistance at the switch contacts and …

Nissan Cima 2003–2004 Nissan Stagea 2003–2004 Nissan President 2003–2004

Mercedes-Benz: Axle Shaft

Wheel / axle
30 Sep 2004 459 units affected Ref JP-1211660

The wheel hub-side joint portion of the rear axle shaft has an improper geometry, causing operational loads to concentrate at the joint root. This can result in crack initiation at the root. …

Mercedes-Benz Viano 2003–2004

Sumitomo: Clip Bottle/Nut

Loss of control
30 Sep 2004 116 units affected Ref JP-1112440

The hub nuts on the front and rear wheels have improper fastening torque settings, which may cause them to loosen during operation. If driving continues in this condition, the hub nuts may …

住友 A50A1 2003–2004 住友 A60A5 2003–2004 住友 SB-A50A1 2003–2004

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.