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
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Lexus: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
14 Feb 2018 4937 units affected Ref JP-1141980

In high-pressure fuel pumps positioned on the left and right cylinder banks of V-type engines, resonance generated during alternating pump injection causes fuel pressure fluctuations to exceed design specifications. This causes the …

Lexus GS F 2014–2017 Lexus LC 500 2014–2017 Lexus RC F 2014–2017

Hino: Other (Vehicle Frame/Body)

Loss of control
8 Feb 2018 2339 units affected Ref JP-1142000

In large and medium-sized trucks equipped with wing roof van bodies, the waterproofing of the wing roof open/close switch is inadequate, allowing rainwater and other moisture to penetrate into the switch. Continued …

Hino Hino Ranger 2017–2018
2 Feb 2018 72 units affected Ref JP-1225910

In the front brake, some units have insufficient piston strength in the master cylinder due to improper design. Brake fluid pressure during braking operation may cause cracks to develop in the piston. …

アプリリア RSV4 RF 2016–2017 アプリリア RSV4 RF E4 2016–2017 アプリリア Tuono 1100 2016–2017

Toho: Axle

Wheel / axle
2 Feb 2018 5 units affected Ref JP-1141770

In the running gear of container semi-trailers, some axle shafts are deformed due to improper manufacturing of the axles. Continued use in this condition may cause cracks to develop in the axle …

東邦 Toho TC32F6C3 2016 東邦 Toho TC35H2C31 2016
1 Feb 2018 14615 units affected Ref JP-1141890

In the brake master cylinder, the design did not account for manufacturing variations in the spring inside the brake booster. This causes the piston to tilt when pressed, increasing sliding resistance with …

Nissan Juke 2015–2017
31 Jan 2018 1 units affected Ref JP-1225900

In the electric power steering system, the bracket securing the transistor within the control unit may be manufactured improperly. Consequently, this bracket may fracture due to driving vibration and similar stresses. This …

Mercedes-Benz S550 2015

Toyota/Lexus: Airbag

Airbag
31 Jan 2018 91210 units affected Ref JP-1141852

In the airbag control system, improper manufacturing conditions of the IC chip within either the ①acceleration sensor or ②pressure sensor may cause internal fractures in the IC. This may result in the …

Lexus RX 200t 2015–2016 Lexus RX 450h 2015–2016 Toyota Prius 2015–2016

Toyota: Airbag

Airbag
31 Jan 2018 91210 units affected Ref JP-1141851

In the airbag control system, improper manufacturing conditions in the IC chip of either (1) the acceleration sensor or (2) the pressure sensor may cause internal disconnection within the IC. As a …

Toyota Alphard 2015–2016 Toyota Vellfire 2015–2016 Toyota Voxy 2015–2016 Toyota Esquire 2015–2016 Toyota Succeed 2015–2016 +3 more
25 Jan 2018 18686 units affected Ref JP-1225850

The valve holder design in the rear combination lamp is inadequate, which may cause contact failure due to driving vibrations and similar conditions. This may illuminate warning lights, and in the worst …

Volkswagen VW Golf R Variant 2.0 / 206 kW 2013–2017 Volkswagen VW Golf Variant 1.2 / 77 kW 2013–2017 Volkswagen VW Golf Variant 1.4 / 103 kW 2013–2017 Volkswagen Golf Touran 1.4/110kW 2013–2017
25 Jan 2018 79208 units affected Ref JP-1141690

In the engine accessory drive belt auto-tensioner, the mounting flange design is inadequate, causing the bearing to wear over time and increase sliding resistance. Repeated high-load operation under these conditions can cause …

Mitsubishi Outlander 2008–2011 Mitsubishi Galant 2008–2011 Mitsubishi Delica 2008–2011
25 Jan 2018 92307 units affected Ref JP-1141682

(1) On rear-wheel brake calipers, the parking brake actuator shaft boot seal is insufficient, allowing water ingress and shaft corrosion. Continued use can cause rust to progress inside the caliper, obstructing shaft …

Mitsubishi RVR 2012–2016 Mitsubishi Outlander 2012–2016 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 2012–2016 Mitsubishi Delica 2012–2016
25 Jan 2018 92307 units affected Ref JP-1141681

(1) Rear brake calipers have insufficient seal performance in the parking brake actuating shaft boot, allowing water ingress and shaft corrosion. Continued use may result in corrosion progressing into the caliper, obstructing …

Mitsubishi RVR 2012–2016 Mitsubishi Outlander 2012–2016 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 2012–2016 Mitsubishi Delica 2012–2016

Volkswagen: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
24 Jan 2018 4020 units affected Ref JP-1225840

In the fuel system, some high-pressure fuel pumps have improper design, resulting in insufficient sealing between the pump housing and fuel pressure regulator valve. Consequently, when fuel pressure inside the pump is …

Volkswagen Volkswagen Golf GTI/162kW 2013–2014 Volkswagen Volkswagen Golf R 2.0/206kW 2013–2014

Audi: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
24 Jan 2018 2732 units affected Ref JP-1225830

In the fuel system, some high-pressure fuel pumps have an improper design that results in insufficient sealing between the pump housing and the fuel pressure regulator valve. Consequently, when fuel pressure in …

Audi Audi A4 allroad 2012–2014 Audi Audi Q5 2.0Tq 2012–2014 Audi Audi S3 Sportback 2012–2014 Audi Audi S3 Sedan 2012–2014
19 Jan 2018 779 units affected Ref JP-1141700

In the braking system of agricultural tractors, the master cylinder design is inappropriate. During brake fluid air bleeding, the rod contacts the snap ring, causing deformation. This prevents the piston from returning …

Kubota M108W 2010–2013

Hino: Wiring

Fuel leak
18 Jan 2018 33 units affected Ref JP-1141790

In small trucks, improper assembly of fuel line and starter wiring retaining brackets has resulted in misalignment of fuel line and starter wiring routing positions, causing starter wiring to interfere with surrounding …

Hino Hino Dutro 2017

Honda: Airbag

Airbag
18 Jan 2018 113362 units affected Ref JP-1141780

The gas generant in the passenger-side airbag inflator may degrade due to repeated environmental temperature and humidity fluctuations. Consequently, the internal pressure of the inflator may rise abnormally during airbag deployment, risking …

Honda FCX Clarity 2013 Honda Fit EV 2013 Honda Accord 2013 Honda Accord Tourer 2013 Honda Insight 2013 +6 more

Full-half: Lining/Pad

Fire risk
18 Jan 2018 71 units affected Ref JP-1141760

In the semi-trailer braking system, improper assembly of brake shoe and lining results in some units not being adequately secured by rivets. Continued use in this condition may cause lining to separate, …

フルハーフ - 2017
18 Jan 2018 126171 units affected Ref JP-1141540

In four-wheel drive vehicles, the rear wheel speed sensor's resin material is inappropriate, allowing the resin to absorb moisture. This may cause internal electronic components to short circuit, resulting in abnormal sensor …

Mazda AZ-Wagon 2008–2010 Mazda Carol 2008–2010 Nissan Roox 2008–2010 Suzuki Alto 2008–2010 Suzuki Alto Lapin 2008–2010 +2 more

Toyota/Lexus: Airbag

Airbag
17 Jan 2018 452 units affected Ref JP-1141740

In the passenger seat airbag inflator, improper handling during equipment shutdown in the igniter charge filling process may result in insufficient charge quantity. This could prevent proper airbag deployment during activation.

Lexus IS250 2005–2011 Lexus IS 350 2005–2011 Lexus IS F 2005–2011 Toyota Voxy 2005–2011 Toyota Auris 2005–2011 +5 more

Lexus: Airbag

Airbag
17 Jan 2018 565 units affected Ref JP-1141730

The inflator (inflation device) in the passenger seat dual-stage deployment control airbag has inadequate moisture prevention for the gas generant, which may degrade due to repeated temperature and humidity fluctuations. This may …

Lexus IS250 2013 Lexus IS 250C 2013 Lexus IS 350 2013 Lexus IS 350C 2013 Lexus IS F 2013

Yamaha: Fuel Tank

Loss of control
16 Jan 2018 4115 units affected Ref JP-2105370

The fuel tank vent pipe connecting to the charcoal canister has an improper shape. When the fuel tank is full and the vehicle is parked on the sidestand, fuel sloshing inside the …

Yamaha Gear BX50 2017 Yamaha Gear BX50N 2017 Yamaha Gear BX50S 2017

Komatsu: Wiring

Fire risk
26 Dec 2017 41 units affected Ref JP-1141650

In rotary snow removal equipment mounted on excavator-loaders, improper battery cable installation instructions can cause the cable to interfere with hydraulic hoses due to vibration during operation, potentially damaging the hose covering. …

Komatsu WA200-5 2003–2013 Komatsu WA200-6 2003–2013 Komatsu WA270-5 2003–2013 Komatsu WA270-6 2003–2013
21 Dec 2017 1607 units affected Ref JP-1141630

In wheel crane braking systems, improper manufacturing of brake calipers results in low cap fastening torque. During brake actuation, hydraulic pressure may cause the cap to loosen. Continued operation in this condition …

タダノ GR-250N-3 2016–2017

Mercedes-Benz: Wiring

Loss of control
20 Dec 2017 3 units affected Ref JP-1225802

In articulated buses, improper edge finishing of the wiring securing bracket in the power distribution box behind the driver's seat may cause wiring to interfere with the bracket's edge. If use continues …

Mercedes-Benz Citaro G 2012–2016

Aston Martin: Clutch

Loss of control
15 Dec 2017 28 units affected Ref JP-1225741

In semi-automatic hydraulic clutches, insufficient evaluation of vibration resistance at the clutch hydraulic pipe connection has resulted in engine vibration causing the connection retention pin to detach. This can damage the pipe, …

Aston Martin V8 Vantage Coupe 2010–2012

Triumph: Wiring

Loss of control
15 Dec 2017 103 units affected Ref JP-1225730

In the electrical system, the routing of the regulator wiring is improper in some vehicles, causing the wiring to contact the regulator bracket. As a result, the insulation may be damaged by …

Triumph Speed Triple R 2016–2017 Triumph Speed Triple S 2016–2017
14 Dec 2017 1303 units affected Ref JP-1225760

The ESP (Electronic Stability Program) control unit has an inadequate control program, which fails to manage tire slip during rapid acceleration on wet road surfaces, causing severe vibration in the drivetrain and …

Mercedes-Benz C63 2015–2017 Mercedes-Benz C63 S 2015–2017 Mercedes-Benz C63 S Estate 2015–2017 Mercedes-Benz C63 Estate 2015–2017 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG C63 2015–2017 +7 more
14 Dec 2017 600 units affected Ref JP-1225750

In the front air suspension, improper manufacturing of the air bellows can cause the support ring (retaining bracket) to detach due to vibration during driving, resulting in air bellows damage. This may …

Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG E43 4Matic 2017 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG E43 4Matic Estate 2017 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG E63 S 4Matic+ 2017 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG GLC43 4Matic 2017 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG GLC43 4Matic C 2017
14 Dec 2017 316759 units affected Ref JP-1141640

The power distribution module's circuit board was coated with moisture-resistant material while retaining unnecessary solder residue from manufacturing. During use, cracks can develop in this coating. In high-humidity environments, this allows fine …

Mitsubishi Delica D:3 2010–2014 Mitsubishi Delica Van 2010–2014 Nissan NV200 Vanette 2010–2014 Nissan Cube 2010–2014 Nissan Serena 2010–2014 +1 more

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.