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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Hitachi: Fuel pump

Fuel leak
20 Jul 2018 106 units affected Ref JP-1143010

In the shovel loader fuel pump, improper motor brush structure causes abnormal brush wear and contact failure. This results in fuel pump malfunction, and in the worst case, the engine may stall …

日立 ZX125W-6 2017–2018

Hitachi/KCM: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
20 Jul 2018 3301 units affected Ref JP-1143000

In the fuel pump of the shovel loader, the motor brush structure is inappropriate, causing abnormal brush wear and contact failure. As a result, the fuel pump may malfunction, and in the …

KCM 50Z7 2014–2018 KCM 60Z7 2014–2018 日立 ZW100-5B 2014–2018 日立 ZW100-6 2014–2018 日立 ZW120-5B 2014–2018 +1 more
19 Jul 2018 35 units affected Ref JP-1226850

Incorrect parts were used during manufacturing of structural components in the vehicle front section, including the front hood. In the event of frontal collision with a pedestrian, there is a risk of …

Ferrari LaFerrari 2014–2016
19 Jul 2018 7413 units affected Ref JP-1142990

In large truck engines, the attachment structure of the fuel pipe and fuel hose is inadequate, causing excessive stress on the hose due to assembly variations and other factors, which can result …

Isuzu GIGA 2017–2018
17 Jul 2018 1399 units affected Ref JP-1226970

The main frame sidestand mounting point has insufficient structural strength. Excessive loads can cause deformation at this connection point. This results in excessive lean angle when using the sidestand, and in worst …

BMW BMW G310GS 2016–2018 BMW BMW G310R 2016–2018
17 Jul 2018 165 units affected Ref JP-1142940

The thrust bearing geometry within the turbocharger is improper, causing inadequate lubrication of the thrust bearing during engine startup and resulting in abnormal wear. This can cause shaft play in the turbocharger, …

ニイガタ Niigata NR103T Rotary Snow Plow 2014–2018 ニイガタ Niigata NR104T Rotary Snow Plow 2014–2018 ニイガタ Niigata NR143 Rotary Snow Plow 2014–2018 ニイガタ Niigata NR144 Rotary Snow Plow 2014–2018 ニイガタ Niigata NR83 Rotary Snow Plow 2014–2018 +1 more
13 Jul 2018 19 units affected Ref JP-2105470

In the urea SCR control unit for graders, due to improper programming, warning alarms do not sound when urea solution levels fall below the specified threshold.

サカイ ER555F 2017–2018
13 Jul 2018 78 units affected Ref JP-1226840

The ball joint boots on the rear stabilizer links have developed cracks due to improper raw material selection during manufacturing. This allows foreign matter such as sand to enter the ball joint …

Porsche Panamera 4S 2017–2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo 2017–2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo S 2017–2018
13 Jul 2018 7 units affected Ref JP-1226770

The height sensor initial setting is not configured in the electrical power supply control unit that regulates the automatic headlight height control (automatic optical axis adjustment function). As a result, the control …

Renault Clio R.S 2016–2017

Caterpillar: Axle

Wheel / axle
13 Jul 2018 1368 units affected Ref JP-1142960

On shovel loader axles, improper assembly of the final drive reduction gearbox may result in missing fastening bolts for the final drive. Due to running vibration, the fit between the axle and …

キャタピラー 901C 2013–2018 キャタピラー 901C2 2013–2018 キャタピラー 902C 2013–2018 キャタピラー 902C2 2013–2018 キャタピラー 903C 2013–2018

Mazda: Power Steering

Steering
12 Jul 2018 2 units affected Ref JP-2105460

In vehicles equipped with idling stop (i-Stop), the electric power steering control computer program is inappropriate. After the engine automatically restarts from idling stop state, the power steering function may rarely fail …

Mazda Demio 2012

BMW Alpina: Cooling System

Fire risk
12 Jul 2018 39 units affected Ref JP-1226940

The design evaluation of the operating circuit for the electric auxiliary coolant pump that cools the turbocharger is insufficient. When temperature and pressure within the pump rise, metallic substances may be generated …

BMW Alpina B5 Bi-turbo 2009–2011 BMW Alpina B5 Bi-turbo Touring 2009–2011 BMW Alpina B6 Bi-turbo Coupe 2009–2011 BMW Alpina B7 Bi-turbo Alrad 2009–2011 BMW Alpina B7 Bi-turbo Long 2009–2011

Rolls-Royce: Cooling System

Fire risk
12 Jul 2018 66 units affected Ref JP-1226930

Insufficient design evaluation of the operating circuit for the electric auxiliary coolant pump that cools the turbocharger has resulted in metal deposits forming on the circuit board during continued use, causing circuit …

ロールスロイス Ghost 2010–2011

BMW: Cooling System

Fire risk
12 Jul 2018 6921 units affected Ref JP-1226920

The design evaluation of the operating circuit for the electric auxiliary coolant pump, which cools the turbocharger, is insufficient. When temperature and pressure rise within the pump, metallic substances may be generated …

BMW BMW 550i 2007–2011 BMW BMW 550i GT 2007–2011 BMW BMW 550i xDrive GT 2007–2011 BMW BMW 550i Touring 2007–2011 BMW BMW 650i Convertible 2007–2011 +22 more
12 Jul 2018 20 units affected Ref JP-1142980

The camera used to confirm the surroundings directly in front of and to the left of the vehicle has improper lens surface coating on some units. Consequently, acids contained in cleaning agents …

Mazda CX-5 2012–2014
12 Jul 2018 240 units affected Ref JP-1142970

The end cap coating of the outer cylinder in the rear gate gas-filled damper strut is inadequate, causing corrosion due to salt exposure in salt-damage areas. Continued use in this condition allows …

Mazda Axela 2009–2013
10 Jul 2018 968 units affected Ref JP-1142950

The collar shape at the drive chain guard and swingarm fastening point is inappropriate, causing fastening bolts to loosen due to vibration during off-road riding. Continued use in this condition may result …

Yamaha MT-07A 2017–2018 Yamaha XSR700 2017–2018

Hyundai: ABS

Fire risk
6 Jul 2018 805 units affected Ref JP-1226960

Inadequate waterproofing of the ABS control module allows water intrusion into the module interior from high-pressure washing and similar sources. Water accumulation inside the module can cause short circuits in the electrical …

Hyundai Grandeur 2005–2009 Hyundai Sonata 2005–2009
6 Jul 2018 490 units affected Ref JP-1226830

Improper molding of brake switch component parts causes the brake switch to remain in the ON state when the brake pedal is operated repeatedly. As a result, the brake lights remain illuminated …

Jeep Wrangler 2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 2017
5 Jul 2018 2012 units affected Ref JP-1226890

Due to improper tolerance settings of the sensor output during exhaust differential pressure sensor manufacturing, the engine control unit may detect a fault during use. As a result, the engine warning light …

Mercedes-Benz C220d 2015–2016 Mercedes-Benz C220d Station Wagon 2015–2016
5 Jul 2018 469 units affected Ref JP-1226880

The onboard diagnostic system (OBD) within the engine control unit has an improper program for recognizing fuel system control unit signals. If a malfunction occurs in the fuel pressure sensor, fuel temperature …

Mercedes-Benz CLS63 S 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLS63 S 4MATIC 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLS63 S 4MATIC SB 2017 Mercedes-Benz E63 2017 Mercedes-Benz E63 4MATIC Estate 2017 +5 more
5 Jul 2018 648 units affected Ref JP-1226870

The backrest lock mechanism in the driver and front passenger seats has improperly dimensioned components, causing the lock mechanism to malfunction and fail to securely fix the backrest. In the event of …

Mercedes-Benz C180 Cabriolet 2017 Mercedes-Benz C180 Coupe 2017 Mercedes-Benz C300 Cabriolet 2017 Mercedes-Benz C300 Coupe 2017 Mercedes-Benz E200 Coupe 2017 +4 more

Mercedes-Benz: Wiring

Airbag
5 Jul 2018 173190 units affected Ref JP-1226860

The steering column module grounding arrangement is insufficient. When foreign objects enter through gaps in the steering column module cover, the grounding connection may be severed. This causes the airbag warning light …

Mercedes-Benz A180 2012–2018 Mercedes-Benz A180 CDI 2012–2018 Mercedes-Benz A200 CDI 2012–2018 Mercedes-Benz A220 CDI 2012–2018 Mercedes-Benz A250 2012–2018 +20 more

Mazda: Computer (Engine

Fire risk
5 Jul 2018 15105 units affected Ref JP-1142890

In vehicles equipped with the regenerative braking system (i-ELOOP), due to improper control programming of the DC-DC converter, when an electrical circuit fails, the i-ELOOP warning light illuminates and the i-stop warning …

Mazda CX-3 2014–2017 Mazda Demio 2014–2017 Mazda Roadster 2014–2017
4 Jul 2018 6461 units affected Ref JP-2105450

In the shift lock mechanism, due to an inappropriate control program, the shift lock may not engage during hybrid engine startup or shutdown while the vehicle is stationary. This allows shifting from …

Toyota JPN TAXI 2017–2018

Yanmar: Shift Lever/Pedal

Steering
3 Jul 2018 3820 units affected Ref JP-1142920

In the hydrostatic transmission of combine harvesters, the grease quantity in the covers of the emergency operation levers for turning and straight-line travel is inappropriate. During operation, pressure builds up inside the …

Yanmar AG6100 2011–2017 Yanmar AG6100R 2011–2017 Yanmar AG6114 2011–2017 Yanmar AG6114R 2011–2017 Yanmar AG7114 2011–2017 +5 more
2 Jul 2018 1 units affected Ref JP-1142932

In the side-mounted spare tire carrier for medium-duty trucks, the welding of the take-up mechanism is improper, resulting in significant variation in welding strength and inadequate safety margin. Consequently, if the tire …

Hino Hino Ranger 2018
2 Jul 2018 1 units affected Ref JP-1142931

On the side-suspended spare tire carrier of medium-duty trucks, the shape of the suspension plate is inappropriate. When an aluminum wheel-equipped tire is fixed to the carrier, vibration during driving may cause …

Hino Hino Ranger 2018
29 Jun 2018 11 units affected Ref JP-1226820

During the welding process of the front subframe, improper procedures were followed when replenishing welding material in the welding machine, resulting in insufficient welding at certain joint areas of the frame. Consequently, …

マセラテイ Ghibli 2017 マセラテイ Ghibli S 2017 マセラテイ Quattroporte 2017
29 Jun 2018 13 units affected Ref JP-1226810

The bolts securing the lower side of the right-front and right-rear seat belts to the vehicle body may have insufficient tightening torque due to improper fastening work. Consequently, these bolts may loosen …

Citroen C4 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.