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.

10559 recalls on record
5188 flagged safety-critical
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Yamaha: Wiring

Steering
2 Sep 2014 2846 units affected Ref JP-1134230

The headlight electrical wiring routing is improper, causing the wiring to flex when the handlebars are moved left and right. Continued use in this condition may result in the wiring breaking due …

Yamaha MT-09 2014 Yamaha MT-09A 2014

BMW: Engine Assembly

Loss of control
28 Aug 2014 941 units affected Ref JP-1220820

The tensioner that applies tension to the engine timing chain may wear prematurely due to improper manufacturing. This can cause abnormal noise from the timing chain, and if operation continues in this …

BMW BMW C600 S 2012–2014 BMW BMW C650 GT 2012–2014

Honda: Airbag

Airbag
28 Aug 2014 313 units affected Ref JP-1134270

The driver-side SRS airbag inflator contains a defective partition plate that forms the airbag inflation gas flow path. During airbag deployment, this causes abnormal pressure buildup inside the inflator, potentially rupturing and …

Honda CR-V 2011–2014
28 Aug 2014 5746 units affected Ref JP-1134143

The brake vacuum electric pump, which supplies negative pressure to the brake booster, has an improperly positioned exhaust port. Mud and sand containing de-icing agent adhere to and enter the exhaust port, …

Mitsubishi i-MiEV 2009–2014 Mitsubishi MINICAB-MiEV 2009–2014 Suzuki EV Every 2009–2014
28 Aug 2014 15675 units affected Ref JP-1134142

The control program of the EV ECU that controls the brake vacuum electric pump supplying negative pressure to the brake booster is inappropriate, which may cause erroneous detection of relay contact stiction. …

Mitsubishi i-MiEV 2009–2014 Mitsubishi MINICAB-MiEV 2009–2014 Suzuki EV Every 2009–2014
28 Aug 2014 444 units affected Ref JP-1134141

The control relay for the brake vacuum electric pump, which supplies negative pressure to the brake booster, may have inadequate crimp management, causing the relay contacts to stick in the on position. …

Mitsubishi i-MiEV 2011–2014 Mitsubishi MINICAB-MiEV 2011–2014 Suzuki EV Every 2011–2014
22 Aug 2014 2 units affected Ref JP-1134160

The heat treatment of the brake caliper mounting bolts is inadequate, resulting in insufficient bolt strength. Continued use in this condition may cause bolt fracture and reduced braking force.

カトウ Kato KR-25H Rafter 2014

Mercedes-Benz: Airbag

Airbag
21 Aug 2014 8 units affected Ref JP-1220780

Certain passenger-side airbag components have been manufactured improperly. During deployment in a collision, these components may separate from the airbag housing, and in the worst case, the detached component could strike occupants.

Mercedes-Benz SL350 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK200 2014

Other: Power Steering

Steering
20 Aug 2014 39 units affected Ref JP-1220840

In the hydraulic circuit of the steering system, when the hydraulic fluid filter contamination exceeds acceptable limits and the warning light is illuminated, and an overdue low-pressure hose past its service interval …

その他 ATF60J-3 2009–2012 その他 RTF360G-6 2009–2012
8 Aug 2014 81 units affected Ref JP-1220730

The parking brake disc mounted on the front axle input shaft has an inadequate structure, allowing soil and debris to enter the spline. This causes axial sliding of the spline, leading to …

キャタピラー 907H2 2013–2014
8 Aug 2014 1 units affected Ref JP-1134150

The bolts fastening the front suspension to the vehicle frame lack sufficient clamping force, causing them to loosen and generate abnormal noise. Continued use may result in bolt detachment, potentially degrading steering …

Suzuki Solio 2013

Aston Martin: A/T

Brakes
7 Aug 2014 58 units affected Ref JP-1220770

The transmission control switch internal circuit board design is inadequate, which may cause internal short circuits due to vehicle vibration and similar factors. If this occurs, the transmission shifts to neutral, resulting …

Aston Martin Aston Martin DB9 Coupe 2013–2014 Aston Martin Rapide S 2013–2014

Chrysler: Fuel Tank

Fire risk
1 Aug 2014 4379 units affected Ref JP-1220760

The fuel tank mounted at the rear of the vehicle may rupture and cause fuel leakage when subjected to rear-end collision under specific conditions. In the worst case, this could lead to …

Chrysler Jeep Cherokee 2001–2007

Chrysler: Fuel Tank

Fire risk
1 Aug 2014 10189 units affected Ref JP-1220750

The fuel tank mounted to the vehicle's rear may rupture and cause fuel leakage when struck from behind under specific circumstances. In the worst case, this could result in vehicle fire. Although …

Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee 2004–1998

Iseki: Steering

Steering
1 Aug 2014 618 units affected Ref JP-1134100

In the steering system of combine harvesters, certain units have improperly adjusted microswitches that detect steering lever position. This may prevent steering operation even when the steering lever is manipulated.

ヰセキ HN211 2013–2014 ヰセキ HN214 2013–2014 ヰセキ HN217 2013–2014 ヰセキ HN319 2013–2014

Mitsubishi: Steering

Steering
1 Aug 2014 193 units affected Ref JP-1134090

In the steering system of combine harvesters, certain units have improperly adjusted microswitches that detect steering lever position. As a result, steering operation may become impossible despite lever actuation.

Mitsubishi V211 2013–2014 Mitsubishi V214 2013–2014 Mitsubishi V217 2013–2014 Mitsubishi V319 2013–2014
31 Jul 2014 657 units affected Ref JP-1134080

In the braking system of wheel cranes, the brake hose routing is improper, and the handle linkage mechanism may contact the brake hose during steering operations. Continued use in this condition may …

タダノ GR-600N-2 2008–2014 タダノ GR-700N-1 2008–2014
31 Jul 2014 15990 units affected Ref JP-1134060

Improper welding of the hook that secures the spare tire carrier can cause the weld to separate and the hook to detach. This may cause the spare tire carrier to tilt, and …

Mazda Scrum 2013–2014 Mitsubishi Minicab 2013–2014 Nissan NT100 Clipper 2013–2014 Suzuki Carry 2013–2014

Kato: Steering Hawk

Steering
31 Jul 2014 6957 units affected Ref JP-1134050

In the steering apparatus of wheel cranes, improper tightening torque of the tie-rod end clamp bolt causes loss of clamping force. This results in looseness in the tie-rod end threaded section, and …

カトウ Kato KR-22H Rafter 1990–2012 カトウ Kato KR-25H Rafter 1990–2012 カトウ Kato KRM-25H Rafter 1990–2012 カトウ Kato KRM-35H Rafter 1990–2012

Fiat: Wiring

Steering
29 Jul 2014 13915 units affected Ref JP-1220740

The wiring harness for the ignition switch is improperly secured, causing interference with the steering shaft in some vehicles. Continued use may result in the harness insulation being damaged through friction with …

Fiat 500 2011–2014 Fiat 500C 2011–2014 Fiat Abarth 500 2011–2014 Fiat Abarth 500C 2011–2014

Ford: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
29 Jul 2014 43 units affected Ref JP-1220710

The fuel pump's internal rotating components have improper coating that may peel and jam in the rotating section, increasing rotational resistance and reducing fuel discharge volume. In worst cases, this may cause …

Ford Fiesta 2014
24 Jul 2014 7353 units affected Ref JP-1133950

In heavy-duty trucks equipped with 12-speed mechanical automatic transmissions, oil mist contained in compressed air supplied from the air compressor undergoes oxidative degradation, generating black sticky deposits. These deposits can cause seizure …

Mitsubishi Fuso Super Great 2009–2013

BMW: Shock Absorber

Wheel / axle
18 Jul 2014 267 units affected Ref JP-1220700

In the electronically controlled rear suspension, improper manufacturing of the damper spring causes the spring to not compress vertically when excessive force is applied to the suspension, risking suspension damage. This results …

BMW BMW R 1200 RT 2013–2014
17 Jul 2014 17004 units affected Ref JP-1133930

The wheel cylinders for the rear wheel primary brake have insufficient corrosion resistance on the piston. During use, moisture from the atmosphere can enter the cylinder, causing rust to form on the …

Suzuki Splash 2008–2014
16 Jul 2014 2218 units affected Ref JP-1220630

Some front brake hoses are installed pinched between the fuel tank and frame. Continued use in this condition may cause front brake drag during operation, and in the worst case, the front …

Harley-Davidson CVO Limited 2013–2014 Harley-Davidson CVO Road King 2013–2014 Harley-Davidson Ultra Limited 2013–2014 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic 2013–2014 Harley-Davidson Street Glide 2013–2014 +1 more
16 Jul 2014 1248 units affected Ref JP-1220610

In the front suspension, some lower arm mounting bolts have insufficient strength. If vehicles continue to be used in this condition, the bolts may fracture, causing abnormal noise and potentially affecting steering …

Citroen C3 2013–2014 Citroen DS3 2013–2014 Peugeot 2008 2013–2014 Peugeot 208 2013–2014

BMW: Fuel Pump

Fire risk
15 Jul 2014 13623 units affected Ref JP-1220510

The fuel pump quick coupler removal/installation instructions are inadequate, which can cause cracks to develop in the fuel pump mount dome. As thermal expansion and contraction of the fuel pump progresses the …

BMW BMW HP2 Enduro 2004–2011 BMW BMW HP2 Megamoto 2004–2011 BMW BMW HP2 Sport 2004–2011 BMW BMW K1200GT 2004–2011 BMW BMW K1200R 2004–2011 +13 more

Honda: Engine Control Computer (ECU)

Loss of control
10 Jul 2014 175356 units affected Ref JP-1133911

Due to improper ECU programming, when the ECU-estimated clutch friction characteristics deviate from actual clutch friction characteristics during EV mode driving and the engine is started by motor drive, excessive motor driving …

Honda Vezel 2013–2014 Honda Fit 2013–2014
10 Jul 2014 9109 units affected Ref JP-1133890

The swing-lock mechanism that maintains the vehicle's upright position when the parking brake is engaged has improper machining of the support bracket, which can result in shallow engagement between the swing-lock pole …

Honda Gyro X 2011–2013 Honda Gyro Canopy 2011–2013

Caterpillar: Fuel Hose/Pipe

Fire risk
10 Jul 2014 148 units affected Ref JP-1133800

In the fuel piping of wheel loaders, due to inappropriate piping configuration and material, fuel piping cracks may develop under the pulsating load of the fuel pump. If operation continues in this …

キャタピラー 938H 2009–2013

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.