Public safety register · Cyprus imports

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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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17 Dec 2020 726 units affected Ref JP-1148620

In the fuel systems of engine-powered forklifts and wheel loaders, certain injectors have insufficient strength due to inadequate process control during injector body molding. Repeated common rail pressure cycles may cause cracks …

Toyota Toyota Geneo 2018–2019 Toyota Toyota Shovel Loader 2018–2019
16 Dec 2020 167 units affected Ref JP-2106060

In the parking support brake system, the rear camera control program is inappropriate, which may prevent detection of pedestrians during reverse. As a result, the collision mitigation brake may not operate properly.

Lexus LS 500 2020 Lexus LS 500h 2020
16 Dec 2020 37176 units affected Ref JP-1148631

①In the input damper of the hybrid transaxle, improper application of rust-preventive oil may cause the oil to adhere to the damper's power transmission section. As a result, abnormal slipping of the …

Toyota Yaris 2019–2020 Toyota Yaris Cross 2019–2020
16 Dec 2020 17482 units affected Ref JP-1148360

On light-duty trucks, some front-wheel brake calipers have slide pins without grease applied. Continued operation in this condition can cause the outer pad to fail to retract fully after brake actuation, resulting …

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 2017–2020 Nissan Atlas 2017–2020

Kawasaki: Engine General

Loss of control
15 Dec 2020 4657 units affected Ref JP-1148640

Some units have insufficient tensioner strength due to inadequate manufacturing control of the camshaft chain tension adjuster in the engine. Consequently, the tensioner may fail prematurely, preventing proper tension maintenance, causing abnormal …

Kawasaki Ninja 250 2020 Kawasaki Ninja 400 2020 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-25R 2020 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-25R SE 2020 Kawasaki Z250 2020 +1 more
10 Dec 2020 43 units affected Ref JP-2106050

The Smart Brake Support (SBS) control program in the vehicle control computer is inappropriate, which may prevent proper recognition of vehicles stopped on the roadside of S-curves or large road signs. As …

Mazda Mazda 3 2019
10 Dec 2020 8 units affected Ref JP-1231400

Due to improper cutter settings during electric power steering harness assembly, some wiring insulation is damaged. Moisture ingress during vehicle use can cause electrical failure, resulting in loss of electric power steering …

Mercedes-Benz GLC220d 4MATIC 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC220d 4MATIC Coupe 2020 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG GLC43 4Matic Coupe 2020

Mercedes-Benz: A/T

Fire risk
10 Dec 2020 69 units affected Ref JP-1231390

Dual-clutch transmissions have improper oil quantity due to incorrect lubrication device settings during manufacturing. Some vehicles have excessive or insufficient transmission oil. Excessive oil may leak from the bleeder; insufficient oil causes …

Mercedes-Benz A180 Sedan 2019–2020

Mazda: Engine Control Computer

Loss of control
10 Dec 2020 10 units affected Ref JP-1148571

The fuel injection control program in the engine control computer is inadequate. When large amounts of fuel evaporative gas flow into the combustion chamber, the injector may fail to properly control fuel …

Mazda Mazda 3 2019

Citroën: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
8 Dec 2020 62 units affected Ref JP-1231420

Due to improper storage management of the fuel pump and fuel filter, biodiesel fuel injected at the vehicle factory may degrade during extended vehicle storage. This can cause clogging of the fuel …

Citroen Berlingo 2019–2020 Citroen C4 Space Tourer 2019–2020 Citroen Rifter 2019–2020

Audi: Vehicle Body

Fire risk
8 Dec 2020 1730 units affected Ref JP-1231340

The rubber seal in the engine compartment has insufficient heat resistance. When the turbocharger repeatedly reaches high temperatures, the rubber seal may harden due to heat. This can cause the seal to …

Audi Audi A8 4.0 Tq 2012–2018 Audi Audi A8L 4.0 Tq 2012–2018 Audi Audi S8 2012–2018 Audi Audi S8 plus 2012–2018

Aston Martin: Airbag

Airbag
4 Dec 2020 7 units affected Ref JP-1231320

In left and right front-seat side airbags, inadequate process control during vehicle manufacturing has resulted in some units where the airbag mounting nuts are not tightened to the specified torque. Consequently, the …

Aston Martin Aston Martin DB11 2016–2018
4 Dec 2020 208 units affected Ref JP-1148580

In shovel-loader brakes, air bleeding operations in the brake circuit during manufacturing may be inadequate. Consequently, during high-speed, long-distance operation with minimal brake application, residual air in the brake circuit expands as …

Komatsu WA200-8 2018–2020 Komatsu WA270-8 2018–2020 Komatsu WA320-8 2018–2020

BMW: Vehicle Body

Brakes
2 Dec 2020 14399 units affected Ref JP-1231360

The cowl cover installed on top of the brake master cylinder reservoir has inadequate drainage design, allowing rainwater to enter the brake fluid. Rainwater reacting with the brake fluid causes gelation, which …

BMW BMW 116i 2013–2015 BMW BMW 118i 2013–2015 BMW BMW 120i 2013–2015 BMW BMW 220i 2013–2015 BMW BMW M135i 2013–2015 +1 more
2 Dec 2020 4087 units affected Ref JP-1148520

In the brake booster, some resin pistons have reduced strength due to improper molding conditions. Repeated brake pedal operation may cause piston fracture, which in the worst case could impair the boosting …

TMT Hilux 2018–2019

Scania: Propeller Shaft

Loss of control
27 Nov 2020 26 units affected Ref JP-1231300

During reassembly of the propeller shaft following removal for concrete pump apparatus installation, inadequate work management has resulted in reuse of removed fastening bolts. This causes insufficient fastening torque, allowing bolts to …

スカニア BSF28-4.16H Concrete Pump 2018–2019 スカニア BSF38-5.16H 2018–2019
26 Nov 2020 7556 units affected Ref JP-1148680

In the rear wheel brake calipers, assembly variation of the parking brake actuation shaft may cause the corrosion-preventive coating to peel off. If water infiltrates the shaft through the seal, rust develops …

Mitsubishi RVR 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 2016 Mitsubishi Delica 2016

Honda: Steering Gearbox

Steering
26 Nov 2020 445 units affected Ref JP-1148530

The steering joint connecting the intermediate shaft and steering gearbox in the steering mechanism may not be installed in the correct position due to improper assembly work instructions. If the vehicle continues …

Honda N-WGN 2019–2020

Renault: Engine Assembly

Loss of control
25 Nov 2020 10210 units affected Ref JP-1231260

The crankcase internal pressure design during deceleration is inadequate, causing cylinder pressure to drop below crankcase pressure during deceleration. This allows blow-by gas containing engine oil to flow backward into the combustion …

Renault Kangoo 1.2L EDC 2013–2017 Renault Kangoo 1.2L MT 2013–2017 Renault Captur 2013–2017 Renault Mégane 1.2L Estate GT Line 2013–2017 Renault Mégane 1.2L HB GT Line 2013–2017 +1 more
24 Nov 2020 16 units affected Ref JP-1231330

In high-voltage batteries, foreign matter may be present inside the cell module due to improper manufacturing processes. This can cause battery circuit short circuits, resulting in abnormal current discharge. In the worst …

BMW BMW 330e 2020 BMW BMW 745e 2020 BMW BMW X3 xDrive 30e 2020 BMW BMW X5 xDrive 45e 2020 BMW MINI Cooper SE CO A4 2020
20 Nov 2020 180 units affected Ref JP-1231310

In the front wheel braking system (master cylinder), improper work management during component assembly has resulted in units being assembled with missing internal parts. Consequently, brake fluid pressure may not develop, risking …

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R 2020

Suzuki/Mazda: Fuel Hose/Pipe

Loss of control
19 Nov 2020 767501 units affected Ref JP-1148440

In plastic fuel tanks, the fuel vapor hose material and pressure regulator valve surface roughness are inadequate, causing the pressure regulator valve to stick. Continued use results in negative pressure in the …

Mazda Carol 2014–2019 Mazda Flair 2014–2019 Mazda Flair Wagon 2014–2019 Suzuki Alto 2014–2019 Suzuki Alto Lapin 2014–2019 +2 more

Yamaha: Brake Light

Brakes
17 Nov 2020 7536 units affected Ref JP-1148470

The brake light switch contains rubber components molded using an inappropriate release agent, resulting in some components containing silicone. This causes silicone gas to accumulate inside the switch. When the switch is …

Yamaha FJR1300A 2013–2020 Yamaha FJR1300AP 2013–2020 Yamaha FJR1300AS 2013–2020 Yamaha MT-10 2013–2020 Yamaha MT-10SP 2013–2020 +5 more
10 Nov 2020 8 units affected Ref JP-1148330

In the charging transformer of battery-powered forklifts, an insufficient number of flat washers are used on the mounting bolts. After bolt tightening, axial force decreases, and vibration from road surfaces can cause …

ニチユ Transer 2018–2019

BMW: Steering - Other

Steering
6 Nov 2020 6 units affected Ref JP-1231240

Some front axle carriers have inadequate weld strength due to improper welding procedures during manufacturing. Vibration from road surfaces may cause weld fractures, potentially resulting in loss of steering control in severe …

BMW BMW X5 xDrive 35d 2020 BMW BMW X6 M50i 2020 BMW BMW X6 xDrive 35d 2020 BMW BMW X7 xDrive 35d 2020
6 Nov 2020 798 units affected Ref JP-1148381

(1) Brake pipes are installed at incorrect positions relative to their proper attachment points on the vehicle body, causing contact with the vehicle body and fuel vapor pipe. This may result in …

Suzuki Jimny 2020

Mercedes-Benz: Airbag

Airbag
5 Nov 2020 4 units affected Ref JP-1231230

In driver-side supplemental airbag modules, inadequate manufacturing control has resulted in some units with improper internal fixation. If the airbag deploys upon collision or similar impact, the module may rupture, potentially causing …

Mercedes-Benz A180 2019 Mercedes-Benz A200d 2019

Toyota: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
28 Oct 2020 210363 units affected Ref JP-1148300

The impeller (resin fan wheel) in the low-pressure fuel pump may swell and deform due to fuel absorption, resulting from improper molding conditions that reduce resin density. This can cause the impeller …

Toyota Alphard 2017–2019 Toyota Crown 2017–2019 Toyota Noah 2017–2019 Toyota Hiace 2017–2019
28 Oct 2020 81 units affected Ref JP-1148240

In agricultural crawler tractors, the parking/auxiliary transmission valve's coil has inadequate thermal durability. Repeated continuous operation exposes the coil to mechanical heat, which may reduce the coil's pulling force. As a result, …

Mitsubishi CT1380 2018–2019 Mitsubishi GCR1380 2018–2019 Mitsubishi TA-C1380 2018–2019

Jaguar: Airbag

Airbag
23 Oct 2020 6 units affected Ref JP-1231130

The Restraint Control Unit contains improper maintenance programming. When reprogrammed via diagnostic equipment during repair operations, the programming may complete in an error state. This causes the airbag deployment control threshold to …

Jaguar XJ Lux. 2010–2018

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.