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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8 Feb 2018 27066 units affected Ref JP-1141880

Final inspection at the vehicle manufacturing facility was conducted by inspectors who were assigned without receiving required training. As a result, inspections mandated by road transport vehicle safety standards were not performed …

Subaru BRZ 2017 Subaru WRX 2017 Subaru XV 2017 Subaru Impreza 2017 Subaru Exiga 2017 +4 more
2 Feb 2018 72 units affected Ref JP-1225910

In the front brake, some units have insufficient piston strength in the master cylinder due to improper design. Brake fluid pressure during braking operation may cause cracks to develop in the piston. …

アプリリア RSV4 RF 2016–2017 アプリリア RSV4 RF E4 2016–2017 アプリリア Tuono 1100 2016–2017

Toho: Axle

Wheel / axle
2 Feb 2018 5 units affected Ref JP-1141770

In the running gear of container semi-trailers, some axle shafts are deformed due to improper manufacturing of the axles. Continued use in this condition may cause cracks to develop in the axle …

東邦 Toho TC32F6C3 2016 東邦 Toho TC35H2C31 2016
1 Feb 2018 14615 units affected Ref JP-1141890

In the brake master cylinder, the design did not account for manufacturing variations in the spring inside the brake booster. This causes the piston to tilt when pressed, increasing sliding resistance with …

Nissan Juke 2015–2017
1 Feb 2018 10 units affected Ref JP-1141860

In the steering system of light-duty trucks, improper manufacturing of the knuckle results in incorrect molding of the upper link attachment portion shape. This causes insufficient strength in the attachment portion. Continued …

Isuzu Elf 2017 Mazda Titan 2017
1 Feb 2018 158785 units affected Ref JP-1141722

In diesel engines, repeated acceleration and deceleration cycles at low vehicle speeds increase soot generation during combustion. Soot accumulates in the injector nozzle holes, degrading fuel spray pattern and further increasing soot …

Mazda CX-3 2014–2017 Mazda Axela 2014–2017 Mazda Demio 2014–2017
1 Feb 2018 158785 units affected Ref JP-1141721

In diesel engines, engine protection control is inappropriate. When the accelerator is fully opened under no-load conditions, if combustion abnormality occurs, the engine protection function does not activate. As a result, combustion …

Mazda CX-3 2014–2017 Mazda Axela 2014–2017 Mazda Demio 2014–2017
31 Jan 2018 1 units affected Ref JP-1225900

In the electric power steering system, the bracket securing the transistor within the control unit may be manufactured improperly. Consequently, this bracket may fracture due to driving vibration and similar stresses. This …

Mercedes-Benz S550 2015
31 Jan 2018 4627 units affected Ref JP-1225890

In the headlamp, the program controlling the optical axis adjustment mechanism for the dipped beam is inappropriate, resulting in some units where optical axis adjustment is not performed correctly. Consequently, there is …

Mercedes-Benz GLC200 2015–2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC200 Coupe 2015–2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC220d 4MATIC 2015–2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC220d 4MATIC Coupe 2015–2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC250 4MATIC 2015–2017 +5 more
31 Jan 2018 187 units affected Ref JP-1225880

In the onboard diagnostic system, the control program of the transmission control unit is inappropriate. When certain transmission-related malfunctions occur, the engine warning light in the meter panel does not illuminate. Therefore, …

Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG E63 S 4Matic+ 2017
31 Jan 2018 4538 units affected Ref JP-1225870

Seat belt pretensioners have improper manufacturing control, resulting in some units with igniter compositions not conforming to design specifications. Consequently, the seat belt slack cannot be properly retracted during collision, potentially causing …

Mercedes-Benz C180 2013–2017 Mercedes-Benz C180 Cabriolet 2013–2017 Mercedes-Benz C180 Coupe 2013–2017 Mercedes-Benz C180 Station Wagon 2013–2017 Mercedes-Benz C200 2013–2017 +18 more

Toyota/Lexus: Airbag

Airbag
31 Jan 2018 91210 units affected Ref JP-1141852

In the airbag control system, improper manufacturing conditions of the IC chip within either the ①acceleration sensor or ②pressure sensor may cause internal fractures in the IC. This may result in the …

Lexus RX 200t 2015–2016 Lexus RX 450h 2015–2016 Toyota Prius 2015–2016

Toyota: Airbag

Airbag
31 Jan 2018 91210 units affected Ref JP-1141851

In the airbag control system, improper manufacturing conditions in the IC chip of either (1) the acceleration sensor or (2) the pressure sensor may cause internal disconnection within the IC. As a …

Toyota Alphard 2015–2016 Toyota Vellfire 2015–2016 Toyota Voxy 2015–2016 Toyota Esquire 2015–2016 Toyota Succeed 2015–2016 +3 more
29 Jan 2018 2375 units affected Ref JP-1225860

Due to improper programming of the meter panel control unit, the meter panel display may not appear after engine start. As a result, the speedometer and warning lights may not be displayed.

BMW BMW 118d 2017 BMW BMW 118i 2017 BMW BMW 120i 2017 BMW BMW 220i 2017 BMW BMW M140i 2017 +2 more
25 Jan 2018 18686 units affected Ref JP-1225850

The valve holder design in the rear combination lamp is inadequate, which may cause contact failure due to driving vibrations and similar conditions. This may illuminate warning lights, and in the worst …

Volkswagen VW Golf R Variant 2.0 / 206 kW 2013–2017 Volkswagen VW Golf Variant 1.2 / 77 kW 2013–2017 Volkswagen VW Golf Variant 1.4 / 103 kW 2013–2017 Volkswagen Golf Touran 1.4/110kW 2013–2017
25 Jan 2018 4 units affected Ref JP-1141920

Due to inadequate verification during production equipment changeover, steel balls intended to plug machining holes in the cylinder head oil passages were erroneously double-pressed in some units, causing oil passage blockage. This …

Mitsubishi eK 2018 Nissan Dayz 2018 Nissan Dayz Roox 2018
25 Jan 2018 205 units affected Ref JP-1141840

The fuel cell control computer (FC-ECU) has an inadequate fuel cell stack fault detection program, which may misidentify a decrease in fuel cell stack cell voltage during high-voltage battery full charge as …

Honda CLARITY 2015–2017
25 Jan 2018 1385 units affected Ref JP-1141820

Heavy-duty truck engines have insufficient piston combustion chamber strength. During high-load driving or DPD (diesel particulate filter) regeneration, piston temperature rises and excessive loads cause cracking in some units. Continued operation allows …

Isuzu GIGA 2010–2013
25 Jan 2018 13471 units affected Ref JP-1141810

In heavy-duty truck engines, repeated thermal stress and pressure from combustion act on the piston combustion chamber wall, causing damage accumulation that can lead to cracking. Continued operation in this condition allows …

Isuzu GIGA 2010–2013
25 Jan 2018 298 units affected Ref JP-1141800

In the cargo door sliding mechanisms of refrigerated and insulated vehicles, the upper slide mechanism structure is inadequate. When the door is closed with excessive force, the upper roller may disengage. This …

Daihatsu Hijet Truck 2016–2017
25 Jan 2018 79208 units affected Ref JP-1141690

In the engine accessory drive belt auto-tensioner, the mounting flange design is inadequate, causing the bearing to wear over time and increase sliding resistance. Repeated high-load operation under these conditions can cause …

Mitsubishi Outlander 2008–2011 Mitsubishi Galant 2008–2011 Mitsubishi Delica 2008–2011
25 Jan 2018 92307 units affected Ref JP-1141682

(1) On rear-wheel brake calipers, the parking brake actuator shaft boot seal is insufficient, allowing water ingress and shaft corrosion. Continued use can cause rust to progress inside the caliper, obstructing shaft …

Mitsubishi RVR 2012–2016 Mitsubishi Outlander 2012–2016 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 2012–2016 Mitsubishi Delica 2012–2016
25 Jan 2018 92307 units affected Ref JP-1141681

(1) Rear brake calipers have insufficient seal performance in the parking brake actuating shaft boot, allowing water ingress and shaft corrosion. Continued use may result in corrosion progressing into the caliper, obstructing …

Mitsubishi RVR 2012–2016 Mitsubishi Outlander 2012–2016 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 2012–2016 Mitsubishi Delica 2012–2016
25 Jan 2018 4012 units affected Ref JP-1141670

In vehicles equipped with sunroofs, the outer frame of the sunroof glass uses unsuitable resin material, which may cause adhesive strength between the sunroof glass and frame to deteriorate due to temperature …

Mitsubishi Outlander 2005–2009 Mitsubishi Galant 2005–2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 2005–2009

Volkswagen: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
24 Jan 2018 4020 units affected Ref JP-1225840

In the fuel system, some high-pressure fuel pumps have improper design, resulting in insufficient sealing between the pump housing and fuel pressure regulator valve. Consequently, when fuel pressure inside the pump is …

Volkswagen Volkswagen Golf GTI/162kW 2013–2014 Volkswagen Volkswagen Golf R 2.0/206kW 2013–2014

Audi: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
24 Jan 2018 2732 units affected Ref JP-1225830

In the fuel system, some high-pressure fuel pumps have an improper design that results in insufficient sealing between the pump housing and the fuel pressure regulator valve. Consequently, when fuel pressure in …

Audi Audi A4 allroad 2012–2014 Audi Audi Q5 2.0Tq 2012–2014 Audi Audi S3 Sportback 2012–2014 Audi Audi S3 Sedan 2012–2014
23 Jan 2018 287 units affected Ref JP-1141870

Due to improper engine control computer programming, when the transmission fails to engage 2nd gear during 1st-to-2nd gear shifts and goes into neutral, opening the throttle causes engine over-revving. If 2nd gear …

Suzuki GSX-R1000 2017
19 Jan 2018 779 units affected Ref JP-1141700

In the braking system of agricultural tractors, the master cylinder design is inappropriate. During brake fluid air bleeding, the rod contacts the snap ring, causing deformation. This prevents the piston from returning …

Kubota M108W 2010–2013

Hino: Wiring

Fuel leak
18 Jan 2018 33 units affected Ref JP-1141790

In small trucks, improper assembly of fuel line and starter wiring retaining brackets has resulted in misalignment of fuel line and starter wiring routing positions, causing starter wiring to interfere with surrounding …

Hino Hino Dutro 2017

Honda: Airbag

Airbag
18 Jan 2018 113362 units affected Ref JP-1141780

The gas generant in the passenger-side airbag inflator may degrade due to repeated environmental temperature and humidity fluctuations. Consequently, the internal pressure of the inflator may rise abnormally during airbag deployment, risking …

Honda FCX Clarity 2013 Honda Fit EV 2013 Honda Accord 2013 Honda Accord Tourer 2013 Honda Insight 2013 +6 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.