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.

10646 recalls on record
5227 flagged safety-critical
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28 Nov 2002 372 units affected Ref JP-1108980

The intermediate arm shaft in the steering device linkage has inadequate strength, causing bending in some cases. Continued use in this condition may result in bearing damage and, in the worst case, …

Nissan ― 2000–2002
28 Nov 2002 98 units affected Ref JP-1108970

In the braking system, the structure of the front-wheel brake hose and the positional relationship between the bracket securing the brake hose and the wheel cylinder are improper. When the brake hose …

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 4WD 2002

Antico: Axle

Wheel / axle
22 Nov 2002 10 units affected Ref JP-1108960

The axle spindle in the running gear has insufficient strength. Continued use in this condition may cause cracks to develop in the spindle, and in the worst case, fracture and wheel detachment.

アンチコ ― 1995–1997
19 Nov 2002 32 units affected Ref JP-2102200

In hybrid system-equipped vehicles, charging control for the motor-drive battery is partially inadequate, which may cause temporary insufficiency of intake manifold vacuum acting on the vacuum-operated brake booster immediately after cold engine …

Toyota Crown Sedan 2002
13 Nov 2002 1347 units affected Ref JP-1108890

In the brake system, the gap between the brake pipe and leaf spring is improper, causing the brake pipe to contact the leaf spring and sustain surface damage. The surface plating peels …

Hino Hino Super Dolphin Profia 2000–2002

Mazda: Strut

Steering
12 Nov 2002 51 units affected Ref JP-1108920

In the front suspension system, some vehicles have insufficient bolt torque securing the strut to the knuckle. If operation continues in this condition, the strut may disengage from the knuckle when traversing …

Mazda Demio 2002

Mazda: Fuel Tank

Fuel leak
12 Nov 2002 26212 units affected Ref JP-1108912

The plastic nut securing the fuel pump unit to the fuel tank may be improperly tightened, with some units installed at an angle. If the vehicle continues to be used in this …

Mazda Demio 2002
8 Nov 2002 229 units affected Ref JP-1209880

In the steering system, the steering arm mounting bolts and washers are made of inappropriate material. Repeated steering operations cause these bolts and washers to gradually deform, resulting in insufficient clamping force …

マセラテイ Quattroporte V6 1998–2001

Renault: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
5 Nov 2002 294 units affected Ref JP-1209862

In the fuel system, certain fuel pumps have improper clearance between the internal rotating valve and the inner wall of the rotating valve chamber. Due to temperature fluctuations, the rotating valve and …

Renault Clio 2001

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

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.