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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2 Jun 2016 50 units affected Ref JP-1138190

On fire truck (ladder truck) suspension systems, improper welding between the front axle torque rod mounting bracket and the frame undersurface can cause cracks in the weld bead due to repeated cyclic …

Nissan - 1997–2008
2 Jun 2016 148 units affected Ref JP-1138170

In rotary snow removal vehicle engines, improper manufacturing of bolts that secure the connecting rod and connecting rod cap may cause these bolts to fracture due to fatigue. Continued operation in this …

ニッセキ HTR306 2013–2016

Lexus: Airbag

Airbag
1 Jun 2016 45316 units affected Ref JP-1138200

The inflator (inflation device) of the front passenger dual-stage deployment control airbag has inadequate moisture prevention of the gas generant, which may degrade due to repeated temperature and humidity changes. As a …

Lexus IS250 2005–2011 Lexus IS 250C 2005–2011 Lexus IS 350 2005–2011 Lexus IS 350C 2005–2011 Lexus IS F 2005–2011
31 May 2016 533 units affected Ref JP-2104950

In the cab-tilt pump oil filler plug of large tractor body assemblies, the plug material is inappropriate, causing oil leakage from the plug due to hydraulic pressure fluctuations when tilting the cab …

Volvo FH 2014–2016
31 May 2016 49 units affected Ref JP-1223350

Air hoses assembled in the power transmission and braking systems may be improperly installed, causing the hose to detach from joint connections and leak air. This results in reduced air tank pressure …

不明 ATF160G-5 2014–2015 不明 ATF220G-5 2014–2015 不明 ATF400G-6 2014–2015 不明 ATF90G-4 2014–2015 不明 RTF600-7 2014–2015
27 May 2016 51438 units affected Ref JP-1138180

The airbag controller's control program is defective. If the ignition switch is turned on again at specific timing after being turned off, the control program may be erased. This causes the airbag …

Mitsubishi Delica D:2 2015–2016 Suzuki Ignis 2015–2016 Suzuki Solio 2015–2016 Suzuki Baleno 2015–2016
27 May 2016 59 units affected Ref JP-1138060

The parking brake cable assembly and retaining nut fastening are improper. Repeated parking brake operation during use may cause the retaining nut to loosen. If operation continues in this state, the retaining …

Toyota Toyota Geneo E 2015–2016
26 May 2016 33468 units affected Ref JP-1138160

In E13C type engines for large trucks, due to inappropriate engine control programming and intake valve rocker arm geometry, carbon deposits accumulate on the intake valves causing valve guide wear. Continued operation …

Hino Hino Profia 2005–2010
26 May 2016 15 units affected Ref JP-1138150

The steering hydraulic pump has improperly selected bolts for attaching the split flange, resulting in some units where the flange is not correctly installed. Continued use in this condition may cause vibration …

ニイガタ Niigata NR402 Rotary Snow Plow 2013–2015

Ford: Exhaust Pipe

Fire risk
20 May 2016 260 units affected Ref JP-1223340

Inadequate heat protection measures on the exhaust pipe allow heat generated by the exhaust to transfer to the fuel tank, fuel vapor recovery canister piping, parking brake attachment components, and other parts, …

Ford Mustang 2014–2015

Full Half: Wheel Bearing

Fire risk
19 May 2016 15 units affected Ref JP-1138130

Incorrect wheel bearing spare parts were shipped, resulting in some vehicles being equipped with non-genuine parts. Continued use in this condition causes bearing separator wear and iron particle generation, leading to premature …

フルハーフ 1998–2012
19 May 2016 19418 units affected Ref JP-1138120

Rear wheel brake calipers have improper manufacturing, resulting in oversized cylinder bore diameters in the parking brake piston bore. This compromises internal seal integrity, allowing brake fluid leakage, illuminating warning lights, and …

Suzuki Swift 2014–2015

Land Rover: Computer (powertrain

Loss of control
13 May 2016 2377 units affected Ref JP-1223322

In the transmission control module, the control program is inappropriate, which may cause the solenoid current value that actuates the clutch plate to be detected as abnormal. As a result, the warning …

Land Rover Discovery Sport 2013–2015 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2013–2015
13 May 2016 2377 units affected Ref JP-1223321

1. In the transmission control module, due to an inappropriate control program, if the gear selector is shifted from forward to reverse just before the vehicle comes to a complete stop, the …

Land Rover Discovery Sport 2013–2015 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2013–2015
13 May 2016 27 units affected Ref JP-1138100

The tailpipe welding instructions on the muffler tailpipe are inadequate, resulting in insufficient mounting strength. Engine vibration can cause cracks at the weld. Continued use in this condition may result in tailpipe …

Toyota Toyota Job San 2015–2016
12 May 2016 900 units affected Ref JP-1138140

Heavy-duty trucks equipped with 12-speed mechanical automatic transmissions have insufficient output shaft strength, which can result in shaft cracking. Continued operation in this condition may allow crack propagation, potentially leading to output …

Mitsubishi Fuso Super Great 2008–2014

Yamaha: Wiring

Steering
12 May 2016 251 units affected Ref JP-1138110

The main harness electrical wiring protective sheathing is secured improperly. Repeated handlebar operation can cause electrical wiring to become exposed from the protective sheathing. Continued use may result in exposed wiring contacting …

Yamaha XSR900 2016

BMW: Airbag

Airbag
11 May 2016 525 units affected Ref JP-1223330

The airbag control unit may contain foreign matter inside due to improper cleaning during manufacturing. As a result, foreign matter may contact elements on the electronic circuit board of the unit due …

BMW BMW 740i 2015 BMW BMW 740Li 2015 BMW BMW 750i 2015 BMW BMW 750Li 2015
26 Apr 2016 23 units affected Ref JP-1138080

Large-size transit buses equipped with automatic transmissions may have insufficient bolt preload on torque converter cover attachment bolts of the torque converter backing plate due to improper bolt tightening method and improper …

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Star 2010–2014 UDトラックス Space Runner A 2010–2014
26 Apr 2016 1464 units affected Ref JP-1223272

②In left-hand drive vehicles, the driver's floor carpet may be installed with deflection due to improper attachment. When the accelerator pedal is fully depressed, the accelerator arm may contact the floor carpet, …

マセラテイ Ghibli 2013–2016 マセラテイ Quattroporte 2013–2016
26 Apr 2016 3356 units affected Ref JP-1223271

If the driver's floor mat is used in an unfixed state, the fixing pin may be damaged by contact with the driver's foot or similar. As a result, the floor mat may …

マセラテイ Ghibli 2013–2016 マセラテイ Quattroporte 2013–2016
26 Apr 2016 47 units affected Ref JP-1138070

Certain stainless steel powder/granule transport semi-trailers have insufficient weld strength in the tank body reinforcement frame due to inadequate structural strength evaluation. Impact during operation (cornering, obstacle crossing, etc.) may cause cracks …

トレクス - 1994–2012

BMW: Fuel Hose/Pipe

Fuel leak
22 Apr 2016 14678 units affected Ref JP-1223210

Fuel piping has inadequate cleaning during manufacturing, leaving oxidation film residue on the pipe surface, which causes poor adhesion of the brazing solder used as adhesive. Continued use in this condition may …

BMW BMW 320i 2011–2002 BMW BMW 328i 2011–2002 BMW BMW 523i 2011–2002 BMW BMW 523i Touring 2011–2002 BMW BMW 528i 2011–2002 +5 more
20 Apr 2016 2130 units affected Ref JP-1223310

In the brake pedal of the braking system, the retaining circlip for the brake pedal shaft may not be installed during brake pedal assembly. Continued use in this condition may cause the …

Volkswagen VW Touareg V6 3.0 Hybrid 2010–2016 Volkswagen VW Touareg V6 3.6 2010–2016
20 Apr 2016 592 units affected Ref JP-1223300

The high-voltage battery mounting location has inadequate water drainage design. If water enters this location for any reason, it cannot be drained. Water may then ingress through the battery fan section, causing …

Volkswagen VW Touareg V6 3.0 Hybrid 2011–2014

Audi: Airbag

Airbag
20 Apr 2016 12 units affected Ref JP-1223290

The inflators of the side airbags in the driver and front passenger seats were manufactured improperly. During airbag deployment, the inflator container may rupture and scatter component parts, risking injury to occupants.

Audi Audi Q5 2.0Tq 2015 Audi Audi SQ5 2015

Volkswagen: Airbag

Airbag
20 Apr 2016 20 units affected Ref JP-1223280

The inflators of the driver and passenger seat side airbags are subject to improper manufacturing, which may cause the inflator housing to rupture during airbag deployment, scattering component fragments and potentially injuring …

Volkswagen VW Sharan 1.4/110kW 2015
20 Apr 2016 604 units affected Ref JP-1223260

In the clutch slave cylinder, the junction between the clutch pipe and the cylinder has been improperly machined, resulting in a rough surface finish in some units. When the clutch pipe is …

BMW BMW R 1200 GS 2015 BMW BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2015 BMW BMW R 1200 R 2015 BMW BMW R 1200 RS 2015 BMW BMW R 1200 RT 2015
19 Apr 2016 741 units affected Ref JP-1138040

In the control valve that manages hydraulic pressure for forward and reverse operation, improper manufacturing of the valve case may prevent the forward-reverse changeover spool from returning to neutral position when shifting …

Yanmar EG326 2015 Yanmar EG328 2015 Yanmar EG328C 2015 Yanmar EG330 2015 Yanmar EG334 2015 +4 more

Suzuki: Fuel Hose/Pipe

Loss of control
19 Apr 2016 14001 units affected Ref JP-2104923

1. In the power transmission system, improper assembly of the pulley for belt drive has resulted in insufficient fastening torque on the pulley lock nut. As a result, the nut may loosen …

Suzuki Address 110 2015–2016

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.