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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19 Oct 2017 2825 units affected Ref JP-1141270

In the brake system, improper routing of the brake air tube may cause contact with the propeller shaft when driving on rough roads with significant elevation changes. Continued operation in this condition …

UDトラックス Quon 2014–2017
18 Oct 2017 3763 units affected Ref JP-1225461

The gateway control unit program that controls brake light illumination is inappropriate. When emergency braking is activated, the brake signal is not transmitted to the body control module, causing the brake lights …

Audi Audi Q3 1.4T 2015–2016 Audi Audi Q3 2.0Tq 132kw 2015–2016 Audi Audi Q3 2.0Tq 162kw 2015–2016 Audi Audi RS Q3 2015–2016

Massey Ferguson: Axle

Wheel / axle
11 Oct 2017 1 units affected Ref JP-1225480

In the rear axle of agricultural tractors, improper machining of the threaded portion of the axle shaft results in insufficient bolt fastening between the final drive unit and axle shaft in some …

マッセイファーガソン MF7716-4 2017

Volkswagen: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
5 Oct 2017 10369 units affected Ref JP-1225360

In the fuel system, improper mounting position of the fuel pump filter flange causes premature deterioration of the flange due to water exposure from rain and other sources. As flange strength decreases, …

Volkswagen VW Touareg 3.2 V6 2003–2010 Volkswagen VW Touareg 3.2 V6 Air Suspension 2003–2010 Volkswagen VW Touareg 3.6 V6 2003–2010 Volkswagen VW Touareg 3.6 V6 Air Suspension 2003–2010 Volkswagen VW Touareg 4.2 V8 2003–2010 +2 more

Iseki: Wiring

Brakes
3 Oct 2017 3866 units affected Ref JP-1141213

1. In agricultural tractor main harnesses, improper routing causes contact with vehicle metal parts. Continued use in this condition may damage the harness, potentially causing engine shutdown and inability to restart. 2. …

ヰセキ NT283 2015–2017 ヰセキ NT313 2015–2017 ヰセキ NT313C 2015–2017 ヰセキ NT343 2015–2017 ヰセキ NT343C 2015–2017 +23 more

Iseki: Wiring

Brakes
3 Oct 2017 3866 units affected Ref JP-1141212

1. In agricultural tractor main harnesses, improper routing causes contact with metal chassis components. Continued use in this condition risks harness damage and potential engine stall with inability to restart. 2. In …

ヰセキ NT283 2015–2017 ヰセキ NT313 2015–2017 ヰセキ NT313C 2015–2017 ヰセキ NT343 2015–2017 ヰセキ NT343C 2015–2017 +23 more

Iseki: Wiring

Brakes
3 Oct 2017 3866 units affected Ref JP-1141211

1. In agricultural tractor main harnesses, improper routing causes contact with metal components. Continued use may damage the harness, potentially resulting in engine shutdown and inability to restart. 2. In agricultural tractor …

ヰセキ NT283 2015–2017 ヰセキ NT313 2015–2017 ヰセキ NT313C 2015–2017 ヰセキ NT343 2015–2017 ヰセキ NT343C 2015–2017 +23 more
28 Sep 2017 34 units affected Ref JP-1225450

In the steering apparatus, the manufacturing process of the left front steering knuckle is improper, resulting in casting porosity inside the knuckle, which causes insufficient strength in the steering knuckle. Continued use …

スマート Fortwo Brabus 2017 スマート fortwo Turbo 2017 スマート forfour 2017 スマート forfour BRABUS 2017 スマート forfour Turbo 2017
28 Sep 2017 690 units affected Ref JP-1225430

The parking brake cable lock nut fastening the parking brake cable to the parking brake lever may have reduced effectiveness of its thread-locking agent due to improper lock nut selection and inadequate …

スマート Fortwo 2015–2017 スマート fortwo Turbo 2015–2017 スマート forfour 2015–2017 スマート forfour Turbo 2015–2017
28 Sep 2017 22404 units affected Ref JP-1225390

Due to insufficient evaluation of usage methods in the starting system, engine and starter internal components may seize due to failure. Repeated starting operations with the starter motor unable to rotate cause …

Mercedes-Benz A180 2014–2017 Mercedes-Benz A250 4MATIC 2014–2017 Mercedes-Benz A45 AMG 2014–2017 Mercedes-Benz B180 2014–2017 Mercedes-Benz B250 4MATIC 2014–2017 +13 more
28 Sep 2017 519651 units affected Ref JP-1141090

Improper fixation method of electrical wiring connected to the electric power steering controller causes terminal wear at the connector between the controller and wiring due to vehicle vibration during driving, resulting in …

Mazda Flair Wagon 2008–2013 Nissan Roox 2008–2013 Suzuki Palette 2008–2013

Mitsubishi: Computer

Loss of control
28 Sep 2017 41697 units affected Ref JP-1141060

Relays used in engine control unit power control and related functions may have improper internal welding. During use, the weld joint may overheat abnormally, causing the solder to separate and resulting in …

Mitsubishi RVR 2014–2016 Mitsubishi Outlander 2014–2016 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 2014–2016 Mitsubishi Galant 2014–2016 Mitsubishi Delica 2014–2016 +1 more

Volvo: Airbag

Airbag
21 Sep 2017 195 units affected Ref JP-2205290

The gas generant in the driver-side airbag inflator may degrade due to prolonged exposure to high-temperature, high-humidity environments. This can cause abnormal pressure rise within the inflator upon airbag deployment, risking rupture …

Volvo FH 2016–2017
20 Sep 2017 17 units affected Ref JP-1225290

In the braking system, the hose connecting the rear brake master cylinder and reservoir (brake reservoir hose) was manufactured with inadequate quality control, resulting in some units having low oil-resistance hoses installed. …

Ducati Scrambler 2017

Yamaha: Wiring

Loss of control
20 Sep 2017 3571 units affected Ref JP-1141110

In the main harness, variation in cable routing may allow water from washing or similar exposure to accumulate inside the coupler cover connected to the rectifier. This can cause corrosion of the …

Yamaha VOX XF50D 2015–2017
19 Sep 2017 329 units affected Ref JP-1141040

In the control cable for operating the drum of a concrete mixer truck, improper cable routing causes the mounting clip to deform during cab tilt, potentially bringing the control cable into contact …

Hino Hino Ranger 2004–2017
15 Sep 2017 50 units affected Ref JP-1141120

On large trucks equipped with rear tandem air suspension, the maximum ride height setting value of the vehicle height adjustment device is inappropriate. When the vehicle is raised to maximum height during …

UDトラックス Quon 2017

Chrysler: Airbag

Airbag
8 Sep 2017 4693 units affected Ref JP-1225300

The airbag control unit has an improperly designed internal circuit board. Due to this design defect, the unit's resistance to electrical noise may degrade during use. Continued operation in this condition could …

Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee 2001–2004 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee 2001–2004
8 Sep 2017 83 units affected Ref JP-1141010

On fecal waste trucks and refuse trucks, improper positioning of opposing brackets that fasten the chassis frame to the tank or cargo bed can cause only one rear wheel to lift, resulting …

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 2011–2017 Nissan Atlas 2011–2017 UDトラックス Casset 2011–2017

Nissan: X-Trail

Fire risk
7 Sep 2017 26953 units affected Ref JP-1141030

In the air conditioning unit's PTC heater, improper fixing of electrical wiring causes movement due to vibration during driving, leading to terminal wear. Continued use in this condition increases resistance between terminals, …

Nissan X-Trail 2008–2015

Suzuki: Starting System

Loss of control
5 Sep 2017 25965 units affected Ref JP-2105252

1. In the power transmission system, the fastening method and torque specification for the belt-drive pulley fixing nut are inadequate, resulting in insufficient clamping force in some cases. Consequently, the nut may …

Suzuki Address 110 2015–2017

Suzuki: Power Transmission System

Loss of control
5 Sep 2017 25965 units affected Ref JP-2105251

1. In the power transmission device, the fastening method and torque specification for the belt-drive pulley fixing nut are inappropriate, resulting in inadequate clamping force in some units. Consequently, the nut may …

Suzuki Address 110 2015–2017

Triumph: Wiring

Steering
1 Sep 2017 90 units affected Ref JP-1225310

Improper routing design of the main wire harness can cause excessive tension on the hazard flasher wiring when the steering wheel is turned right, as the harness is pulled. Repeated steering operations …

Triumph Street Cup 2016–2017
1 Sep 2017 30 units affected Ref JP-1140963

In vehicles modified to dual-fuel (CNG/gasoline) specification, the CNG fuel control program is inappropriate. During idling while parked, if high electrical load is drawn (e.g., operating electric power steering with air conditioning …

Daihatsu Mira 2012–2017

Daihatsu: Fuel Hose/Pipe

Fuel leak
1 Sep 2017 232 units affected Ref JP-1140961

In vehicles modified for dual natural gas/gasoline operation, the CNG filler neck mounting position and CNG fuel line routing are improperly designed, causing potential interference between the CNG fuel line and the …

Daihatsu Mira 2012–2017
31 Aug 2017 686 units affected Ref JP-1225320

In the braking system, the brake pipe routing between the master cylinder and ABS modulator valve is improper, causing the brake pipe to contact the exhaust manifold heat shield. Continued operation in …

キャデラック CTS 2009–2013
31 Aug 2017 1557 units affected Ref JP-1225270

Improper manufacturing of the control signal connector in the electric power steering system may allow moisture to enter the control unit. This can affect electrical signals, causing warning lights to illuminate and …

Mercedes-Benz GL350 BlueTEC 4MATIC 2015–2016 Mercedes-Benz GL550 4MATIC 2015–2016 Mercedes-Benz GL63 4MATIC 2015–2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE350d 4MATIC 2015–2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE350d 4MATIC Coupe 2015–2016 +6 more
31 Aug 2017 1440 units affected Ref JP-1141020

On van-bodied vehicles, improper instructions for chassis fastening positions during cargo body installation resulted in some units being fastened at positions differing from design intent. Continued operation causes excessive input from cargo …

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 2007–2017 Nissan Atlas 2007–2017 UDトラックス Condor 2007–2017
31 Aug 2017 11 units affected Ref JP-1140970

Driver or passenger airbag units may have been equipped with non-conforming components due to improper manufacturing processes at the vehicle factory. This could result in failure to deploy properly when the airbag …

Lexus LX 570 2002–2016 Subaru Trezia 2002–2016 Toyota Corolla 2002–2016 Toyota Land Cruiser 2002–2016

BMW: Cooling System

Brakes
29 Aug 2017 34 units affected Ref JP-1225260

In the engine cooling system, some vehicles are equipped with defectively manufactured left-side engine oil cooler hoses (supply side) that have insufficient heat resistance. Due to thermal stress on the engine oil, …

BMW BMW M760Li xDrive 2016–2017

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.