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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Audi: Computer (Engine)

Fire risk
29 Jun 2017 25738 units affected Ref JP-1225020

In the engine cooling system, due to inappropriate programming of the engine control unit, when foreign matter or debris obstructs operation of the auxiliary coolant pump, the motor within the pump may …

Audi Audi A4 2.0T 2011–2017 Audi Audi A4 2.0T quattro 2011–2017 Audi Audi A4 Avant 2.0T 2011–2017 Audi Audi A4 Avant 2.0T quattro 2011–2017 Audi Audi A4 allroad 2011–2017 +5 more

Audi: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
29 Jun 2017 13968 units affected Ref JP-1224420

In the fuel system, improper installation position of the fuel pump filter flange can cause premature deterioration of the flange due to water exposure from rain and other sources. This reduces flange …

Audi Audi Q5 2.0Tq 2006–2017 Audi Audi Q5 3.0Tq 2006–2017 Audi Audi Q5 3.2q 2006–2017 Audi Audi Q5 Hybrid 2006–2017 Audi Audi Q7 3.0Tq 2006–2017 +6 more
29 Jun 2017 233 units affected Ref JP-1140690

In heavy-duty tractor brake relay valves, improper manufacturing of the pressure sensor that measures brake pressure can cause the sensor's IC chip to detach from the sensor substrate. Continued use in this …

Isuzu GIGA 2016
28 Jun 2017 50 units affected Ref JP-1224890

In the brake system, the rear brake hose assembly instruction is inappropriate, causing the hose to contact the muffler in some cases. The muffler heat melts the hose at the contact point, …

ピアッジオ MP3 300 Yourban 2014

Maserati: Wiring

Fire risk
26 Jun 2017 4276 units affected Ref JP-1225010

In the driver's seat, improper routing of wiring in the electric adjustment mechanism (electric power seat) can cause the wiring to contact the edge of the power seat motor when the seat …

マセラテイ Ghibli 2013–2017 マセラテイ Quattroporte 2013–2017 マセラテイ Levante 2013–2017 マセラテイ Levante S 2013–2017
26 Jun 2017 1089 units affected Ref JP-1225000

The passenger seat airbag warning label displayed on the passenger sun visor and similar locations contains incorrect content, failing to comply with Safety Standard Article 18.

マセラテイ Ghibli 2015–2017 マセラテイ Quattroporte 2015–2017 マセラテイ GranCabrio MC 2015–2017 マセラテイ GranCabrio Sport 2015–2017 マセラテイ GranTurismo Sport 2015–2017 +3 more

BMW Alpina: Propeller Shaft

Loss of control
26 Jun 2017 26 units affected Ref JP-1225080

In the power transmission system, the joint disc connecting the propeller shaft to the transmission has been manufactured improperly in some cases, resulting in insufficient strength. Consequently, the disc may fracture under …

BMW Alpina B3S Bi-turbo 2011 BMW Alpina B3S Bi-turbo Cabriolet 2011 BMW Alpina B3S Bi-turbo Coupe 2011 BMW Alpina B3S Bi-turbo Touring 2011
26 Jun 2017 3980 units affected Ref JP-1224990

Due to improper dashboard manufacturing, the passenger-side airbag opening is not correctly machined on some units. As a result, the airbag may not deploy normally during a collision, potentially causing excessive injury …

BMW BMW X1 xDrive 18d 2016–2017 BMW BMW X1 xDrive 18i 2016–2017 BMW BMW X1 xDrive 20i 2016–2017 BMW BMW X1 xDrive 25i 2016–2017

BMW: Propeller Shaft

Loss of control
26 Jun 2017 437 units affected Ref JP-1224980

The joint disk connecting the propeller shaft and transmission in the power transmission system may have insufficient strength due to improper manufacturing. Consequently, the disk may fracture under driving torque. If vehicle …

BMW BMW 135i Coupe 2010–2011 BMW BMW 335i 2010–2011 BMW BMW 335i Cabriolet 2010–2011 BMW BMW 335i Coupe 2010–2011 BMW BMW 335i Touring 2010–2011 +7 more
23 Jun 2017 2235 units affected Ref JP-1224940

During maintenance operations on the sun visor, improper instructions in the service manual may cause the vanity mirror lamp wiring to contact and damage body panels. This can result in short circuit …

Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee 2010–2013

Ford: ABS

Steering
23 Jun 2017 1191 units affected Ref JP-1224921

The ABS module contains improper vehicle speed detection programming, preventing vehicle stop information from being transmitted to the steering lock control module (KVM). As a result, the steering lock unit receives no …

Ford EcoSport 2013–2014
22 Jun 2017 49166 units affected Ref JP-1140620

The brake caliper boot seal structure on the rear wheels is inadequate, allowing water ingress into the caliper interior. This causes corrosion and rust on the shaft. Continued use may deteriorate shaft …

Mazda Atenza 2012–2016

Porsche: Fuel Filter

Fuel leak
16 Jun 2017 6278 units affected Ref JP-1224830

In the fuel system, the fuel pump filter flange mounting position is improper, causing the flange to degrade prematurely due to water exposure from rain and similar sources. As flange strength diminishes, …

Porsche Macan 2014–2017 Porsche Macan GTS 2014–2017 Porsche Macan S 2014–2017 Porsche Macan Turbo 2014–2017
16 Jun 2017 15 units affected Ref JP-1140610

Certain brake device brake pistons have an incorrect oil seal installed in the piston section, resulting in insufficient sealing. This may cause brake fluid leakage. Continued operation in this condition will result …

Kawasaki 50ZV-2 2013 Kawasaki 65ZV-2 2013 Toyota 4SDT30 2013
15 Jun 2017 40 units affected Ref JP-2105230

In trailers compliant with mid-period brake regulations equipped with single or lift axle configurations, air leaks may occur due to related components such as air control valves being used beyond their replacement …

フルハーフ 2001–2004

Mercedes-Benz: Speedometer

Loss of control
15 Jun 2017 26 units affected Ref JP-1224970

The meter panel display may show nothing upon engine start due to an inappropriate display program. Additionally, the display program may reset while driving, causing the speedometer, odometer, fuel gauge, and other …

Mercedes-Benz E400 4MATIC 2016 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG E43 4Matic 2016
15 Jun 2017 5 units affected Ref JP-1224960

In the electric power steering system, improper manufacturing control of the electric motor has resulted in some units without terminal welding. Continued use in this condition may cause terminal connections to disconnect, …

Mercedes-Benz C180 Cabriolet 2016 Mercedes-Benz C180 Coupe 2016 Mercedes-Benz C200 Station Wagon 2016 Mercedes-Benz C220d Station Wagon 2016 Mercedes-Benz E200 2016

Mercedes-Benz: Airbag

Airbag
15 Jun 2017 280 units affected Ref JP-1224950

The airbag inflator units have improper manufacturing controls, resulting in igniter charges that are not formulated to design specifications. Consequently, airbags may fail to deploy upon collision, risking severe occupant injury.

Mercedes-Benz A180 2016 Mercedes-Benz A250 4MATIC 2016 Mercedes-Benz B180 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA180 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA180 Shooting Brake 2016 +9 more

Full-half: Other (Running Gear)

Wheel / axle
15 Jun 2017 15 units affected Ref JP-1140570

On trailer axles, the wire attachment position of the catch strap device—which limits the extension height of the air suspension—is improperly positioned, resulting in interference between the wire and axle in some …

フルハーフ 2006–2012

Tesla: Airbag

Airbag
14 Jun 2017 275 units affected Ref JP-1225040

The airbag control unit program for the passenger seat airbag is defective, causing the airbag deployment signal to not be transmitted to the airbag inflator in some vehicles. As a result, the …

Tesla Model X 2016–2017
13 Jun 2017 25 units affected Ref JP-1224930

In articulated bus engines, the retaining force of spacers designed to prevent fuel hoses from contacting each other is insufficient. Engine vibration can cause these spacers to loosen or detach. Continued operation …

Mercedes-Benz Citaro G 2007–2011

Yamaha: Engine - Other

Loss of control
6 Jun 2017 5291 units affected Ref JP-1140560

In the engine, the protective material covering the solder joints inside the crank position sensor is of inadequate material quality, allowing engine oil to penetrate into the sensor interior and adhere to …

Yamaha XVS400C Dragstar Classic 2009–2016 Yamaha XVS400 Dragstar 2009–2016
6 Jun 2017 23 units affected Ref JP-1140550

In the negative pressure switch controlling the operation of the vacuum pump in the brake booster, some units lack secondary vulcanization of silicone rubber during manufacture. This allows gases such as siloxane …

ニチユ三菱 Mitsubishi Forklift 2014–2016
2 Jun 2017 345 units affected Ref JP-1140580

In the hose between the pump and motor of the hydrostatic transmission, some hoses are not assembled according to drawing specifications and are in contact with the brake hose connected to the …

Komatsu WA270-7 2014–2017

Mazda: Damper Arm/Rod

Fire risk
1 Jun 2017 29902 units affected Ref JP-1140452

(1) The fuel pump's resin pipe section has insufficient durability. The pipe deteriorates due to fuel pressure flowing through it and heat effects from the engine and exhaust manifold. Continued use may …

Mazda RX-8 2003–2004

Mazda: Fuel Pump

Fire risk
1 Jun 2017 29902 units affected Ref JP-1140451

(1) The fuel pump's resin pipe section has insufficient durability. The pipe degrades due to fuel pressure flowing through it and heat from the engine and exhaust manifold. Continued use allows degradation …

Mazda RX-8 2003–2008

Citroën: Seat Belt

Brakes
31 May 2017 224 units affected Ref JP-1224803

The attachment bracket securing the seat belt buckle to the rear seat has improper manufacturing, resulting in insufficient strength in some units. Consequently, the bracket may fracture under severe braking or collision …

Citroen C4 Picasso 2015–2016

Peugeot/Citroen: Door

Loss of control
31 May 2017 812 units affected Ref JP-1224801

Front and rear door lock mechanisms may seize due to improper assembly. This can prevent door opening/closing, cause lock disengagement from driving vibrations, and in worst case, result in doors opening while …

Citroen C4 Picasso 2015–2016 Peugeot 308 2015–2016

Jaguar: Fuel pump

Fire risk
31 May 2017 3 units affected Ref JP-1224870

In the fuel system, the fuel pump filter flange lacks sufficient strength against fuel pressure, which may cause cracks to develop in the flange. Fuel can leak from the cracks, and the …

Jaguar XF Premism Lsxsry 2009 Jaguar XFR 2009

Jaguar: Fuel Hose/Pipe

Fire risk
31 May 2017 895 units affected Ref JP-1224860

In the fuel system, due to improper assembly instructions for the fuel hose, some fuel hoses are in contact with the vehicle body or evaporative gas hose. As a result, the hose …

Jaguar XF 2013–2015

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.