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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29 Sep 1998 4051 units affected Ref JP-2101310

Some interior door handle components have improper plating pre-treatment. Continued use in this condition may cause the plating to peel off the interior door handle, and in the worst case, finger injury …

Mitsubishi Debonair 1992–1993

Isuzu: Battery

Fire risk
29 Sep 1998 213 units affected Ref JP-1105362

Battery cable routing in the engine compartment is improper, causing contact between the cable and fuel hoses or pipes. Continued use in this condition risks insulation damage and short circuiting of the …

Isuzu Cubic 1990–1995
29 Sep 1998 1489 units affected Ref JP-1105361

The welding of the parking brake mounting bracket to the frame is inadequate, resulting in insufficient strength in some units. Continued use in this condition may cause the bracket to deform, and …

Isuzu Journey K 1989–1995

Isuzu: Power Steering

Steering
29 Sep 1998 2638 units affected Ref JP-1105350

The power steering pipe of the steering system is mounted improperly in some vehicles, causing contact with other components. Continued use in this condition may damage the pipe, and in the worst …

Isuzu GIGA 1996–1998
29 Sep 1998 1566 units affected Ref JP-1105320

The bracket securing the parking brake cable to the transmission has insufficient strength. Continued use in this condition may result in bracket fracture and loss of parking brake function in the worst …

Hino Hino Super Dolphin Profia 1998
24 Sep 1998 3309 units affected Ref JP-1105340

In vehicles equipped with ABS (anti-lock braking system) with stroke sensors on the brake force control device, grease may adhere to the brake light switch contact points. Continued use in this condition …

Mitsubishi Galant 1992–1994

Nissan: ABS

Brakes
24 Sep 1998 19335 units affected Ref JP-1105330

Some ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) control units in the brake force control device have manufacturing defects. The ABS may activate when not required, potentially resulting in increased braking distance in worst-case scenarios.

Nissan Skyline 1998 Nissan Presage 1998

Honda: Engine General

Fire risk
17 Sep 1998 60 units affected Ref JP-1206990

In the engine compartment air conditioning electrical wiring, improper routing of the compressor wiring causes interference with the power supply wiring. In some cases, corrosion-preventive grease seeps from the power supply wiring …

Honda Accord Coupe 1995–1996

Citroen: Airbag

Airbag
10 Sep 1998 137 units affected Ref JP-2201290

The center console and sound-deadening material in certain vehicles interfere with the airbag control device in the passenger compartment, potentially affecting the impact wave sensor within the control device. This may cause …

Citroen Xsara 1997–1998
10 Sep 1998 20397 units affected Ref JP-1105300

Improper attachment of the vehicle body to the frame causes the front brake tube to be deformed and strongly interfere with the grommet at the wheelhouse panel through-hole. Continued use in this …

Mitsubishi Challenger 1996–1998

Toyota: Airbag

Airbag
27 Aug 1998 17722 units affected Ref JP-2201271

Due to improper programming in the airbag control computer, airbags may deploy in the event of impact from underneath the vehicle or low-speed collision.

Toyota Toyota Cavalier 1995–1997

Volkswagen: Wiring

Fire risk
27 Aug 1998 945 units affected Ref JP-1206980

The wiring capacity for the air conditioning pressure switch is inadequate. If the electromagnetic clutch of the air conditioning compressor deteriorates and excessive current flows through the pressure switch wiring, the wiring …

Volkswagen VW Caravelle 1984–1991 Volkswagen VW Delivery Van 1984–1991

Volvo: Wiring

Fire risk
20 Aug 1998 416 units affected Ref JP-1206940

In power-operated driver and front passenger seats, electrical wiring installation is improper in some vehicles. Continued use in this condition may cause damage to the wire insulation, potentially resulting in short circuit …

Volvo Volvo 780 1986–1991
30 Jul 1998 190 units affected Ref JP-1105270

The brake pipe routing in the driver's compartment of the braking system is improper in some vehicles, causing interference between the brake pipe and the parking brake lever. Continued use in this …

Isuzu Elf 1996
28 Jul 1998 13718 units affected Ref JP-1206920

The parking brake cable of the braking system has insufficient strength. Continued use in this condition may result, in the worst case, in the parking brake cable breaking and the parking brake …

オペル Vectra 1996–1997 オペル Vectra Wagon 1996–1997
23 Jul 1998 142 units affected Ref JP-1206912

Some vehicles have improper brake line routing with insufficient clearance between the rear axle, fuel tank, and heat shield. Continued use in this condition may cause the brake lines to contact and …

Volkswagen VW Passat V6 Synchro 1997–1998

Mazda: Engine (Other)

Fire risk
14 Jul 1998 3204 units affected Ref JP-1105232

Certain fuel distributor supply-side pipes that distribute fuel to each cylinder have improper bulge outer diameter dimensions. If operation continues in this condition, the quick connector at the joint may detach, causing …

Mazda Familia 1998

Mazda: Other (Engine)

Fire risk
14 Jul 1998 84600 units affected Ref JP-1105231

The fuel distributor, which supplies fuel to each cylinder of the engine, has insufficiently fitted connectors at both ends. If use continues in this condition, the quick connectors at these joints may …

Mazda Familia 1998

Honda: Acty

Fire risk
9 Jul 1998 67028 units affected Ref JP-2101260

On vehicles equipped with an in-cabin air conditioning system, operating at high RPM with insufficient refrigerant may cause the compressor to seize, potentially resulting in fire.

Honda Acty 1988–1991

Porsche: Starting Device

Steering
7 Jul 1998 521 units affected Ref JP-1206870

The ignition switch of the engine starting device has insufficient strength. Continued use in this condition may cause cracks to develop in the switch, and after operating the switch, the windshield wipers, …

Porsche 986 Boxster 1996–1997

Suzuki: Fuel Tank

Fuel leak
7 Jul 1998 1244 units affected Ref JP-1105202

Due to inadequate support structure of the fuel tank, vibration of the vehicle body promotes deformation of the sealing material of the fuel pump installed inside the fuel tank, which in the …

Suzuki TL1000S 1997

Suzuki: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
7 Jul 1998 363 units affected Ref JP-1105201

The sealing material used for the fuel pump installed inside the fuel tank has insufficient durability. Continued use in this condition may cause the sealing material to deform, potentially resulting in fuel …

Suzuki GSX-R750 1995–1996

Porsche: Engine Body

Steering
16 Jun 1998 88 units affected Ref JP-1206860

Certain rollers in the engine accessory drive belt contain manufacturing defects. Continued use in this condition may cause cracks to develop in the roller, resulting in the accessory drive belt slipping off. …

Porsche 911 Carrera 1998
11 Jun 1998 118355 units affected Ref JP-2101250

A manufacturing defect exists in the sensor that detects brake pedal depression in the brake assist system (brake pedal effort reduction device during emergency braking). When normal braking is performed, the brake …

Toyota Cynos 1997–1998 Toyota Starlet 1997–1998 Toyota Toyota Tercel 1997–1998 Toyota Raum 1997–1998

Peugeot: Engine Body

Fire risk
28 May 1998 489 units affected Ref JP-1206840

Some engine throttle valve frost-prevention heaters contain manufacturing defects. In the worst case, internal short circuits may occur within the heater, risking wire burnout.

Peugeot Peugeot 306 XSi 1997 Peugeot Peugeot 306 Cashmere 1997 Peugeot Peugeot 306 Cabriolet 1997 Peugeot Peugeot 306 Style 1997 Peugeot Peugeot 306 Break 1997 +1 more

Honda: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
26 May 1998 189033 units affected Ref JP-1105170

Certain fuel pump motors for electronic fuel injection systems have defects in the resin molding of the motor section. Continued use in this condition may cause brush wear, and in the worst …

Honda Integra 1991–1994 Honda Civic 1991–1994 Honda Civic Ferio 1991–1994 Honda Domani 1991–1994
28 Apr 1998 220 units affected Ref JP-2101230

On vehicles equipped with a retarder as an auxiliary braking device, repeated operation at speeds that ignore the overspeed warning alarm during downhill driving can cause resonance between propeller shaft vibration and …

小松メック - 1995–1998 小松メック LW250 1995–1998
16 Apr 1998 26867 units affected Ref JP-2101210

The Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system contains defective manufacturing sensors. When mobile phones or similar devices are used inside the vehicle, electromagnetic interference may cause the VSC to activate during driving, potentially …

Toyota Aristo 1997–1998 Toyota Caldina 1997–1998 Toyota Granvia 1997–1998
16 Apr 1998 10167 units affected Ref JP-1206800

The diaphragm inside the brake booster of the braking system experiences reduced durability due to radiant heat from the turbocharger. In the worst case, the diaphragm may become damaged, impairing the function …

Volvo Volvo 940 1995–1997 Volvo Volvo 940 Estate 1995–1997
16 Apr 1998 27054 units affected Ref JP-1105141

On vehicles equipped with manual transmissions, the parking brake assembly mounting structure is improper, causing the lock nut securing the center brake drum to loosen. If operation continues in this condition, the …

Mazda Titan 1995–1998

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.