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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27 Sep 2017 17 units affected Ref JP-1141170

In wheel crane engines, improper manufacturing conditions during connecting rod bush insertion result in insufficient bush retention in some units. Continued operation in this condition may result in engine failure and loss …

コべルコ MK500-2 2010–2011 コべルコ RK250-7 2010–2011
27 Sep 2017 161 units affected Ref JP-1141160

In bus engines, improper manufacturing conditions during connecting rod bushing insertion result in insufficient bushing retention in some units. Continued operation may cause bushing wear and damage, leading to abnormal noise, and …

Isuzu Isuzu Gala 2010–2011 Isuzu Isuzu Gala Mio 2010–2011
27 Sep 2017 2075 units affected Ref JP-1141150

In medium-duty truck engines, improper manufacturing conditions during connecting rod bush insertion result in insufficient bush retention in some units. Continued use allows the bush to wear and sustain damage, generating abnormal …

Nissan Condor 2010–2011 UDトラックス Condor 2010–2011
27 Sep 2017 8802 units affected Ref JP-1141140

In medium-duty truck and bus engines, improper manufacturing conditions during connecting rod bushing insertion result in insufficient bushing retention in some units. Continued operation causes bushing wear and damage, generating abnormal noise. …

Hino Hino Ranger 2010–2011

Hino: A/T

27 Sep 2017 2575 units affected Ref JP-1141130

In the automatic transmission of medium-duty trucks, the output flange end face has insufficient hardness. Engine resonance during operation causes the flange end face to wear, loosening the flange mounting bolts. This …

Hino Hino Ranger 2003–2017
22 Sep 2017 1271 units affected Ref JP-1225330

The tapered section of the swingarm pivot mounting point on the main frame is undersized, resulting in some swingarm pivots being installed without proper positioning. This causes insufficient clamping force on the …

BMW BMW R nineT 2013–2016 BMW BMW R nineT 2013–2016

Volvo: Airbag

Airbag
21 Sep 2017 195 units affected Ref JP-2205290

The gas generant in the driver-side airbag inflator may degrade due to prolonged exposure to high-temperature, high-humidity environments. This can cause abnormal pressure rise within the inflator upon airbag deployment, risking rupture …

Volvo FH 2016–2017
21 Sep 2017 265008 units affected Ref JP-1141080

The front wiper motor has inadequate water-sealing construction, allowing external water to infiltrate the motor interior and corrode internal components. Continued operation may accelerate corrosion, potentially resulting in complete wiper failure.

Mazda Carol 2009–2012 Suzuki Alto 2009–2012
20 Sep 2017 17643 units affected Ref JP-1225370

The owner's manual does not include a compatibility table for i-Size child seats by seating position, resulting in non-compliance with Safety Standard Article 22-3, Detailed Notification Article 30 (UN Regulation No. 16, …

BMW BMW 523d 2015–2017 BMW BMW 523d Touring 2015–2017 BMW BMW 530eiPerformance 2015–2017 BMW BMW 530i 2015–2017 BMW BMW 530i Touring 2015–2017 +12 more
20 Sep 2017 17 units affected Ref JP-1225290

In the braking system, the hose connecting the rear brake master cylinder and reservoir (brake reservoir hose) was manufactured with inadequate quality control, resulting in some units having low oil-resistance hoses installed. …

Ducati Scrambler 2017

Yamaha: Wiring

Loss of control
20 Sep 2017 3571 units affected Ref JP-1141110

In the main harness, variation in cable routing may allow water from washing or similar exposure to accumulate inside the coupler cover connected to the rectifier. This can cause corrosion of the …

Yamaha VOX XF50D 2015–2017
19 Sep 2017 329 units affected Ref JP-1141040

In the control cable for operating the drum of a concrete mixer truck, improper cable routing causes the mounting clip to deform during cab tilt, potentially bringing the control cable into contact …

Hino Hino Ranger 2004–2017
15 Sep 2017 50 units affected Ref JP-1141120

On large trucks equipped with rear tandem air suspension, the maximum ride height setting value of the vehicle height adjustment device is inappropriate. When the vehicle is raised to maximum height during …

UDトラックス Quon 2017
15 Sep 2017 1622 units affected Ref JP-1141100

In wheel crane engines, improper engine control program settings cause high loads on the turbocharger thrust bearing during repeated deceleration from high-speed, high-load operation, resulting in wear of the thrust bearing and …

タダノ GR-250N-3 2013–2017
15 Sep 2017 2011 units affected Ref JP-1141050

In wheel crane engines, improper engine control program settings in the ECU can cause high loads on the turbocharger thrust bearing during repeated deceleration from high engine speed and high load conditions, …

カトウ Kato KR-25H Rafter 2013–2016 カトウ Kato KRM-35H Rafter 2013–2016
14 Sep 2017 14 units affected Ref JP-1225380

In articulated bus doors, the control program for the anti-pinch device is inappropriate. When the door enters emergency stop, the pressure sensor may become non-functional. As a result, the anti-pinch device may …

Mercedes-Benz Citaro G 2007–2009

Chrysler: Airbag

Airbag
8 Sep 2017 4693 units affected Ref JP-1225300

The airbag control unit has an improperly designed internal circuit board. Due to this design defect, the unit's resistance to electrical noise may degrade during use. Continued operation in this condition could …

Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee 2001–2004 Chrysler Jeep Cherokee 2001–2004
8 Sep 2017 83 units affected Ref JP-1141010

On fecal waste trucks and refuse trucks, improper positioning of opposing brackets that fasten the chassis frame to the tank or cargo bed can cause only one rear wheel to lift, resulting …

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 2011–2017 Nissan Atlas 2011–2017 UDトラックス Casset 2011–2017
7 Sep 2017 292 units affected Ref JP-1225250

The seat belt pretensioner for the right-side rear seat (third row) may have been manufactured improperly, with the gas generator not correctly assembled. In the event of a collision, when the pretensioner …

Volvo Volvo XC90 2016

Nissan: X-Trail

Fire risk
7 Sep 2017 26953 units affected Ref JP-1141030

In the air conditioning unit's PTC heater, improper fixing of electrical wiring causes movement due to vibration during driving, leading to terminal wear. Continued use in this condition increases resistance between terminals, …

Nissan X-Trail 2008–2015
7 Sep 2017 622348 units affected Ref JP-1141000

The crankshaft pulley with vibration-damping rubber has an inadequate structure. During use, the adhesive surface between the pulley body and the rubber damping section may separate. As a result, the ring portion …

Subaru Sambar 1999–2008
7 Sep 2017 7582 units affected Ref JP-1140980

The metal bracket for vehicle-body mounting on the vehicle-approach notification system speaker has inadequate coating, causing premature corrosion. Continued use may allow corrosion to progress, causing bracket fracture and speaker detachment, which …

Mitsubishi MINICAB-MiEV 2011–2017

Suzuki: Starting System

Loss of control
5 Sep 2017 25965 units affected Ref JP-2105252

1. In the power transmission system, the fastening method and torque specification for the belt-drive pulley fixing nut are inadequate, resulting in insufficient clamping force in some cases. Consequently, the nut may …

Suzuki Address 110 2015–2017

Suzuki: Power Transmission System

Loss of control
5 Sep 2017 25965 units affected Ref JP-2105251

1. In the power transmission device, the fastening method and torque specification for the belt-drive pulley fixing nut are inappropriate, resulting in inadequate clamping force in some units. Consequently, the nut may …

Suzuki Address 110 2015–2017

Triumph: Wiring

Steering
1 Sep 2017 90 units affected Ref JP-1225310

Improper routing design of the main wire harness can cause excessive tension on the hazard flasher wiring when the steering wheel is turned right, as the harness is pulled. Repeated steering operations …

Triumph Street Cup 2016–2017

Ford: Door

1 Sep 2017 224 units affected Ref JP-1225280

In recall notification No. 2492 filed on June 23, 2017, due to improper instructions for corrective action, the Body Control Module program was not updated. As a result, door locks do not …

Ford EcoSport 2013–2014
1 Sep 2017 30 units affected Ref JP-1140963

In vehicles modified to dual-fuel (CNG/gasoline) specification, the CNG fuel control program is inappropriate. During idling while parked, if high electrical load is drawn (e.g., operating electric power steering with air conditioning …

Daihatsu Mira 2012–2017
1 Sep 2017 214 units affected Ref JP-1140962

In vehicles modified for dual fuel operation (natural gas/gasoline), the CNG injector assembly mounting bracket has insufficient strength. Engine vibration can cause resonance, leading to crack initiation. Continued use may result in …

Daihatsu Mira 2012–2017

Daihatsu: Fuel Hose/Pipe

Fuel leak
1 Sep 2017 232 units affected Ref JP-1140961

In vehicles modified for dual natural gas/gasoline operation, the CNG filler neck mounting position and CNG fuel line routing are improperly designed, causing potential interference between the CNG fuel line and the …

Daihatsu Mira 2012–2017
31 Aug 2017 686 units affected Ref JP-1225320

In the braking system, the brake pipe routing between the master cylinder and ABS modulator valve is improper, causing the brake pipe to contact the exhaust manifold heat shield. Continued operation in …

キャデラック CTS 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.