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
Official sources: Japan MLIT EU Safety Gate Cyprus RTD Refreshed nightly · How it works

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Peugeot/Citroen: Battery

Fire risk
8 Jun 2018 657 units affected Ref JP-1226721

① Battery positive cable routing is improper in some vehicles, causing the cable to contact the engine support. Engine vibration may damage the cable insulation, potentially resulting in short circuit and fire.

Citroen C4 Picasso 2016–2017 Peugeot 3008 2016–2017
8 Jun 2018 28 units affected Ref JP-1226710

In the front and rear suspension arms, improper material selection in the chassis-side ball joint may cause corrosion of the joint. This reduces the strength of the joint and, in the worst …

Porsche 918 Spyder 2014–2015

Ford: Computer (Powertrain Control)

Loss of control
8 Jun 2018 64 units affected Ref JP-1226690

In automatic transmissions, improper soldering of electrical circuit boards within the lead frame may cause cracks due to thermal stress. This can prevent vehicle speed signals from being transmitted to the PCM …

Ford Mustang 2011–2012
7 Jun 2018 12 units affected Ref JP-1142810

Gasoline engine vehicles have engine control computers with electrolytic capacitors used in the injector drive power circuit that may have internal damage due to improper manufacturing process. Continued use can cause further …

Mazda CX-5 2018
7 Jun 2018 589 units affected Ref JP-1142760

The fuel tank breather hose (which vents air from the fuel tank during refueling) is made of unsuitable material. Heat from the exhaust system can cause the hose to deteriorate and develop …

Mazda Bongo 2012 Nissan Vanette 2012

Nissan: Lafesta

Fire risk
7 Jun 2018 11941 units affected Ref JP-1142750

The sound-insulating material in the engine compartment has insufficient clearance from the exhaust manifold and lacks fixed attachment points in certain areas. Consequently, portions of the sound-insulating material may deform due to …

Nissan Lafesta 2004–2012
7 Jun 2018 60215 units affected Ref JP-1142690

Horn switch wiring has inadequate routing design, and in some assembly cases, the wiring contacts the steering column bracket. Vibration during driving can damage the wire insulation, causing a short circuit that …

Mazda Carol 2014–2015 Nissan Moco 2014–2015 Suzuki MR Wagon 2014–2015 Suzuki Alto 2014–2015 Suzuki Alto Lapin 2014–2015
5 Jun 2018 217 units affected Ref JP-1142800

In the steering apparatus of low-floor two-axle heavy-duty trucks, the clamp bolt/nut fastening torque on the left side of the front axle tie rod is inappropriate, causing reduced clamping force. This creates …

UDトラックス Quon 2017

Tokyu: Axle

Wheel / axle
1 Jun 2018 6905 units affected Ref JP-1142590

Trailer axles manufactured by automatic welding machines with inadequate process control exhibit insufficient weld penetration in some units. This can cause cracks to develop in the axle. Continued operation may propagate these …

東急 Container Semi-trailer 1994–1997 東急 Container Full-trailer 1994–1997 東急 Tank Full-trailer 1994–1997 東急 Dump Full-trailer 1994–1997 東急 Van Full-trailer 1994–1997 +3 more

Chrysler: Alternator

Fire risk
31 May 2018 78 units affected Ref JP-1226700

Some alternators with insufficient generating capacity were installed during manufacturing. When high electrical loads are drawn, such as during electric hydraulic power steering operation, the alternator experiences excessive electrical load, causing internal …

Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee 2014–2015

Jeep: Renegade

Loss of control
31 May 2018 647 units affected Ref JP-1226670

Due to an improper control program in the meter cluster panel, the meter cluster panel may restart when displaying a message indicating low fuel level. As a result, while driving, the speedometer …

Jeep Renegade 2017
31 May 2018 320 units affected Ref JP-1226660

In the engine cooling system, the connector portion of the bleeder hose connecting the reservoir tank and engine has a smaller diameter than designed, resulting in insufficient mounting strength and potential cracking …

Volvo Volvo XC90 2015–2016
31 May 2018 27003 units affected Ref JP-1142772

Certain medium-duty trucks equipped with side-mounted spare tire carriers have inadequate welding in the retraction mechanism, resulting in inconsistent weld strength that fails to maintain sufficient safety margin. Consequently, if the tire …

Hino Hino Ranger 2011–2018
31 May 2018 27003 units affected Ref JP-1142771

On medium-duty truck side-mounted spare tire carriers, the hanger plate geometry is inadequate. When an aluminum wheel-equipped tire is secured to the carrier, vibration during operation can cause the spare tire to …

Hino Hino Ranger 2011–2018
31 May 2018 209060 units affected Ref JP-1142740

In the brake master cylinder, the secondary cup has improper material and shape. The cup swells due to plasticizers from the brake fluid dissolving from the reservoir tank hose, and expands due …

Honda Freed 2015–2018 Honda Freed+ 2015–2018 Honda Step WGN 2015–2018
31 May 2018 8158 units affected Ref JP-1142630

In low-floor dump truck bed specifications, the structure fixing the hinge pin that supports the bed is inadequate, causing the fixing bolt to loosen during dump operations. This may result in abnormal …

Daihatsu Hijet Truck 2014–2018 Subaru Sambar Truck 2014–2018

Audi: Door

30 May 2018 1308 units affected Ref JP-1226650

The nameplate on the speaker trim installed in the door may detach due to insufficient adhesive strength of the adhesive tape. This poses a risk of occupant injury from the detached sharp …

Audi Audi A4 1.4T 2015–2017 Audi Audi A4 2.0T 2015–2017 Audi Audi A4 2.0T quattro 2015–2017 Audi Audi A4 allroad 2015–2017 Audi Audi A5 SB 2.0T 2015–2017 +3 more
30 May 2018 2 units affected Ref JP-1142720

In the forklift electrical system, the dust-sealing performance of the timer relay that stops the engine after the operator leaves for a certain period is inadequate. Dust may enter the interior of …

ニチユ三菱 Mitsubishi Forklift 2017
30 May 2018 633 units affected Ref JP-1142710

In the fuel system of forklifts, the improper geometry of the fuel pipe can cause cracks to develop at the mounting bracket weld due to running vibration and similar stress. If operation …

ニチユ三菱 Mitsubishi Forklift 2015–2018
30 May 2018 3191 units affected Ref JP-1142700

The thrust bearing geometry within the turbocharger is improper, causing inadequate lubrication and abnormal wear at the thrust bearing during engine startup. This results in play developing in the turbocharger shaft, reducing …

KCM 50Z7 2014–2017 KCM 60Z7 2014–2017 日立 ZW100-5B 2014–2017 日立 ZW120-5B 2014–2017
28 May 2018 21 units affected Ref JP-1142540

In wiring for the alternator and similar components, improper machining of the connector mounting bracket has caused connector damage and reduced vibration isolation in some vehicles. Continued operation in this condition may …

UDトラックス Quon 2017–2018

Mitsubishi: Vehicle Body

Steering
25 May 2018 14780 units affected Ref JP-1142660

In large and medium-sized buses with independent front-wheel suspension, improper manufacturing of the center member allows water containing de-icing agents and similar substances to infiltrate the interior, causing corrosion near the lower-arm …

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Queen 1993–2017 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Queen 1993–2017 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Bus 1993–2017 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Midi 1993–2017
24 May 2018 24 units affected Ref JP-1142670

During the manufacturing process of medium-duty trucks, improper writing of configuration values to the body control module has resulted in some units being written with values that do not match vehicle specifications. …

Isuzu Forward 2017–2018 UDトラックス Condor 2017–2018
23 May 2018 242 units affected Ref JP-1226620

In the camera image display device of the front and left cameras, where the camera control unit has been updated to the latest program, there is improper compatibility with the power control …

Land Rover Range Rover Velar 2017–2018
23 May 2018 73 units affected Ref JP-1226610

In the front and left camera image display device, for units updated with the camera control unit to the latest program, improper compatibility with the power control unit program causes the vehicle …

Jaguar F-PACE 2017–2018
23 May 2018 35213 units affected Ref JP-1142650

In the electric parking brake, the abnormality detection program in the control computer power circuit is inappropriate. When the battery is degraded, a voltage drop during restart from idle stop may be …

Toyota Alphard 2014–2018

Toyota/Lexus: Airbag

Airbag
23 May 2018 1239 units affected Ref JP-1142640

In the airbag control system, improper manufacturing conditions of the IC chip within the acceleration sensor can cause internal circuit breaks. This may cause the airbag warning light to illuminate and the …

Lexus RX 200t 2015 Lexus RX 450h 2015 Toyota Sienta 2015
18 May 2018 436 units affected Ref JP-1226640

The air conditioning control unit has inappropriate programming for controlling the fresh air intake door. The motor may continue operating even when the fresh air intake door is fully closed, potentially damaging …

Land Rover Range Rover Velar 2017

Land Rover: Fuel Hose/Pipe

Fire risk
18 May 2018 126 units affected Ref JP-1226600

During the fuel rail manufacturing process, improper brazing of the fuel rail end cap can result in braze cracks. Fuel may seep from the affected area, which in the worst case could …

Land Rover Discovery Sport 2017–2018 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2017–2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar 2017–2018

Jaguar: Fuel Hose/Pipe

Fire risk
18 May 2018 452 units affected Ref JP-1226590

During fuel rail manufacturing, improper brazing of the fuel rail end cap can result in braze cracking. Fuel may seep from the affected area, potentially leading to fire in severe cases.

Jaguar E-PACE 2017–2018 Jaguar F-PACE 2017–2018 Jaguar F-TYPE Coupe 2017–2018 Jaguar F-TYPE Convertible 2017–2018 Jaguar XE 250PS 2017–2018 +4 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.