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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Renault: Fan Belt

Steering
5 Nov 2002 679 units affected Ref JP-1209861

The auxiliary belt tensioner in the engine has improper tension settings, causing insufficient belt tension. The belt cannot follow engine speed changes and may slip off the pulley. This increases steering wheel …

Renault Clio 2000–2002

Toyota: Airbag

Airbag
24 Oct 2002 16 units affected Ref JP-1108860

In passenger-side airbags, some inflators have improperly installed check valve pins. During airbag deployment, the orifice for supplying inflation gas to the bag may not open correctly, preventing adequate airbag expansion and …

Toyota Caldina 1997–1999 Toyota Corona 1997–1999 Toyota Starlet 1997–1999 Toyota Toyota Celsior 1997–1999 Toyota Toyota Tercel 1997–1999 +1 more

Peugeot: Starting System

Fire risk
22 Oct 2002 1730 units affected Ref JP-1209850

The combination switch for headlight and other controls, which is attached to the steering column cover, is inadequately secured. This can cause the cover to shift position. When the ignition key is …

Peugeot Peugeot 206 CC 2001–2002 Peugeot Peugeot 206 S16 2001–2002 Peugeot Peugeot 206 XT 2001–2002 Peugeot Peugeot 206 XT Premium 2001–2002

Peugeot: Starting System

Fire risk
22 Oct 2002 1671 units affected Ref JP-1209840

In the starting system, due to inadequate dimensional accuracy of the ignition switch, the key cylinder interior does not rotate smoothly and may not fully return from the start position, causing the …

Peugeot Peugeot 307 XS 2001 Peugeot Peugeot 307 Style 2001

Renault: Airbag

Airbag
22 Oct 2002 36 units affected Ref JP-1209820

In passenger seat airbags, some units lack fastening bolts for the airbag unit mounting. During airbag deployment, this may cause abnormal deployment from the designed position, potentially causing severe injury to occupants.

Renault Clio 2000

Mitsubishi: Differential

Loss of control
10 Oct 2002 637 units affected Ref JP-1108830

In the power transmission system of four-wheel drive vehicles, the oil seal installation fixture for the rear differential is improper. During oil seal press-fitting by this fixture, the oil seal may be …

Mitsubishi Airtrek 2001

Chrysler: Fuel hose/pipe

Fire risk
8 Oct 2002 6418 units affected Ref JP-1209800

In the fuel system, the O-ring material at the connection of the fuel rail cross-over tube (pipe connecting left and right fuel rails) is inadequate. Prolonged engine heat causes this O-ring to …

Chrysler Grand Voyager 1996–1999 Chrysler Voyager 1996–1999

Volvo: Wiring

Steering
4 Oct 2002 313 units affected Ref JP-1209763

In the electrical system, improper routing of electrical wiring may cause interference between the steering column and wiring when the steering wheel is turned. Continued use in this condition risks damage to …

Volvo Volvo FH12 2000–2002
1 Oct 2002 397263 units affected Ref JP-1108800

In the braking system, the rear wheel brake pipe has an improper shape. During frequent acceleration and braking on snow-covered roads in severe cold conditions, large amounts of snow accumulated inside the …

Toyota bB 2000–2002 Toyota bB OPEN DECK 2000–2002 Toyota WiLL Vi 2000–2002 Toyota Vitz 2000–2002 Toyota Funcargo 2000–2002 +1 more

Toyota: Steering - Other

Steering
1 Oct 2002 24279 units affected Ref JP-1108790

The bracket (right side of two locations) that fixes the gearbox to the crossmember in the steering system has an improper shape. Frequent full lock steering operations can damage this bracket, resulting …

Toyota Lite Ace 1999–2002
30 Sep 2002 3 units affected Ref JP-1108823

In welfare vehicles modified from standard vehicles with lowered rear floors for wheelchair accessibility, improper routing of the rear-wheel brake pipe in the braking system causes interference with the floor lift hydraulic …

Mitsubishi Minica Toppo 1998

Honda: Starting Device

Fire risk
20 Sep 2002 153575 units affected Ref JP-1108750

In the engine starting device, high temperatures develop near the starter motor due to engine heat, and the fixed contacts of the starting electromagnetic switch have an inappropriate shape. Repeated starting operations …

Honda Accord Inspire Vigor 1993–1998 Honda Ascot Lafesta 1993–1998 Honda Inspire Saber 1993–1998 Honda Inspire Vigour 1993–1998
18 Sep 2002 22 units affected Ref JP-1108720

In the braking and power transmission systems, vehicle body wiring routed improperly near brake pipes and clutch pipes may interfere with these pipes. Vibration during driving causes the brake and clutch pipes …

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 4WD 1997–1999
12 Sep 2002 21114 units affected Ref JP-1108710

In the lighting system, oil used during press processing of the brake pedal bracket accumulated in recessed areas of the bracket. If used in this condition, the accumulated oil can penetrate the …

Ford Escape 2000–2002 Mazda Tribute 2000–2002

Chrysler: Airbag

Airbag
10 Sep 2002 327 units affected Ref JP-2202130

In right-hand drive vehicles, the side airbag control module circuit is improperly designed. During a collision, signals are not transmitted normally. When impact is received from the lateral direction under conditions for …

Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee 2001–2002

Chrysler: Starting Device

Fire risk
10 Sep 2002 1009 units affected Ref JP-1209780

The ignition switch in the engine starting device has insufficient dust-sealing capability, allowing water and foreign matter to enter the interior. This can cause a short circuit between the battery supply circuit …

Chrysler Jeep Wrangler 2000–2002

Chrysler: Engine - Other

Fire risk
10 Sep 2002 4981 units affected Ref JP-1209770

Due to improper design of the intake and exhaust manifolds in the engine, debris (such as leaves and grass) may accumulate on the manifold near the third cylinder. If vehicle operation continues …

Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee 1999–2002 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee 1999–2002 Chrysler Jeep Wrangler 1999–2002

Rover: Engine Block

Steering
5 Sep 2002 326 units affected Ref JP-2202140

In the engine, the mounting surface of the crankshaft timing belt guide plate has been machined improperly, resulting in insufficient mounting surface area in some units. Continued use in this condition may …

ローバー 400 Si 1996–1997
30 Aug 2002 700 units affected Ref JP-1209750

In the braking system, the shaft serving as the brake pedal pivot point and its lightweight alloy shaft holder have improper fitting. Repeated brake operation can cause the shaft to gradually slip …

BMW BMW X5 2000–2001 BMW BMW X5 3.0 2000–2001
29 Aug 2002 258 units affected Ref JP-1209690

In the braking system, the front wheel brake fluid supply pipe from the reservoir tank to the master cylinder has an improper shape. Minute air trapped in the master cylinder is not …

Bentley Arnage 1997–2002 Bentley Arnage Red Label 1997–2002 Bentley Arnage Red Label Long Wheelbase 1997–2002 ロールスロイス Silver Seraph 1997–2002 ロールスロイス Parkward 1997–2002

Renault: Fuel Tank

Fuel leak
27 Aug 2002 1214 units affected Ref JP-1209700

In the fuel system, some resin-made fuel pump mounting nuts on the upper portion of the fuel tank have improper heat treatment. Repeated temperature fluctuations may cause cracks in the nut, potentially …

Renault Cabriolet 1999–2001 Renault Scenic 1999–2001 Renault Scenic 4x4 1999–2001 Renault Mégane 1999–2001
27 Aug 2002 62 units affected Ref JP-1108690

In the braking system, some units have improper brake shoe adjustment methods, causing the brake mounting plate to vibrate and generate abnormal noise during braking. If operation continues in this condition, the …

小松 GH320-2 1995–2001
22 Aug 2002 805 units affected Ref JP-1108680

In the parking brake system, improper lubricant was used during installation of the rubber boots for waterproofing and dust protection on the wheel cylinders of the air-operated parking brake. This caused the …

Mitsubishi Fuso Fighter 1999–2002

Mitsubishi: Engine - Other

Fire risk
22 Aug 2002 63 units affected Ref JP-1108650

The welded joint shape of the high-pressure pipe bracket mounted on the rear end of the fuel injection pump is improper. Due to vibration during operation, the bolt fastening this bracket may …

Mitsubishi Fuso Fighter 1999–2001

Honda: Engine Block

Steering
20 Aug 2002 18081 units affected Ref JP-2102120

Due to inadequate manufacturing process control of the crankshaft, residue may adhere to the pulley bolt threads. This results in insufficient clamping force on the pulley mounting bolt. Continued use in this …

Honda Odyssey 1999–2000
20 Aug 2002 74 units affected Ref JP-1108633

In welfare vehicles modified from standard vehicles with lowered rear floors for wheelchair accessibility, the rear wheel brake pipe routing in the braking system is improper. When the rear floor is lowered …

Mitsubishi Minica Toppo 1994–1998

Isuzu: Airbag

Airbag
7 Aug 2002 2 units affected Ref JP-1209730

In the passenger seat airbag, some inflators lack an installed check valve pin. When the airbag deploys, the orifice for supplying inflation gas to the bag cannot open properly, preventing adequate airbag …

Isuzu WIZARD 2001
7 Aug 2002 51 units affected Ref JP-1108662

The auxiliary hydraulic system sub-return hose equipped in the steering and braking systems may be installed in a twisted condition. During cab tilt operation, the hose can catch on the heater hose …

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter Wide 2002
7 Aug 2002 51 units affected Ref JP-1108661

The sub-return hose of the hydraulic system for power assistance equipped in the steering and braking systems may be installed in a twisted condition. During cab tilt operation, the hose can catch …

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter Wide 2002

Isuzu: Fuel Hose/Pipe

Fire risk
1 Aug 2002 1275 units affected Ref JP-1209670

In the fuel system, the fuel return pipe attached to the fuel pump has an inadequate length, resulting in insufficient clearance with the pump case. When the engine is stopped with low …

Isuzu WIZARD 2001

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.