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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26 Jan 2016 1147 units affected Ref JP-1137341

The thrust bearing durability of the turbocharger in the wheel crane engine is insufficient under conditions of degraded engine oil lubricity. Repeated high-load operation or high-speed use under such conditions can cause …

タダノ GR-250N-3 2013–2015
21 Jan 2016 12468 units affected Ref JP-2104880

On vehicles equipped with wheelchair boarding ramps, the rear seat storage stopper is improperly designed. When moving between rear seats, the stopper may contact the calf, causing skin lacerations.

Daihatsu Tanto 2008–2014
21 Jan 2016 5106 units affected Ref JP-1222950

The fuel pump control unit program that controls the fuel pump is improper, which may cause the fuel pump to not operate when switching from motor drive to engine drive. This may …

Mercedes-Benz S400 Hybrid 2013–2015 Mercedes-Benz S550 Plug-in Hybrid 2013–2015
21 Jan 2016 2455 units affected Ref JP-1222940

The wiring connecting the cam position sensor from the fuse box is lengthy, resulting in high electrical resistance. During eco-start operation, voltage drop may occur in the power supply from the eco-start …

Mercedes-Benz S550 2013–2015 Mercedes-Benz S550 Coupe 2013–2015 Mercedes-Benz S63 2013–2015 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG S63 2013–2015 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Maybach S550 2013–2015
21 Jan 2016 37996 units affected Ref JP-1222930

Some front drive shafts have insufficient durability due to improper machining of the inner race in the wheel-side joint. Continued use may cause the inner race teeth to wear under repeated acceleration, …

Mercedes-Benz A150 2004–2010 Mercedes-Benz A170 2004–2010 Mercedes-Benz A180 2004–2010 Mercedes-Benz A200 2004–2010 Mercedes-Benz A200 Turbo 2004–2010 +4 more
21 Jan 2016 560 units affected Ref JP-1222920

In the front seat belt retractor mechanism, there are units with reversed left-right assembly at manufacturing. As a result, the impact-sensing sensor may not operate correctly, and in worst-case scenarios, the seat …

Mercedes-Benz S550 Coupe 2014–2015 Mercedes-Benz S550 Coupe 4MATIC 2014–2015 Mercedes-Benz S63 Coupe 4MATIC 2014–2015 Mercedes-Benz S65 Coupe 2014–2015

Mercedes-Benz: Computer (Engine)

Loss of control
21 Jan 2016 462 units affected Ref JP-1222910

The engine control unit contains an inadequate control program for the moment immediately before vehicle stop. When transitioning from fuel cut mode during deceleration to idling, the air-fuel mixture may become lean. …

Mercedes-Benz S63 2013–2015 Mercedes-Benz S63 4MATIC 2013–2015 Mercedes-Benz S63 Coupe 4MATIC 2013–2015 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG S63 2013–2015 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG S63 4MATIC 2013–2015 +1 more

Nissan: Ignition Coil

Loss of control
21 Jan 2016 26725 units affected Ref JP-1137320

Ignition coils for turbocharged engines lack sufficient durability. Internal elements may fracture due to repeated thermal stress from electrical current, causing the ignition coil to fail ignition, resulting in engine misfire and …

Nissan Note 2015–2014
20 Jan 2016 321 units affected Ref JP-1137300

In forklifts, the LPG tank bracket design is inadequate. When performing inspections on the LPG tank by rotating the knurled bolt to swing the bracket laterally, the rear reflector on one side …

S N FL10-20PXI 2005–2015 S N FL15PX 2005–2015 S N FL20-25PXI 2005–2015 S N FL25PX 2005–2015 S N FL30PXI 2005–2015 +8 more
15 Jan 2016 28 units affected Ref JP-1137330

Improper manufacturing of the center pillar reinforcement has resulted in some vehicles containing parts with cracks. This may cause non-compliance with the side-impact safety standard specified in Safety Standard Article 18.

Subaru WRX 2015 Subaru Impreza 2015 Subaru Levorg 2015

Suzuki: Electrical System - Other

Loss of control
14 Jan 2016 13310 units affected Ref JP-1137280

In the rectifier, inadequate moisture control during power module (power integrated component) manufacturing can cause adhesion failure between the finned case and power module after prolonged idling followed by sustained high engine …

Suzuki GSR400 2007–2012 Suzuki Intruder 2007–2012 Suzuki Gladius 2007–2012 Suzuki Gemma 2007–2012 Suzuki Bandit 1250 2007–2012
8 Jan 2016 3 units affected Ref JP-1222870

In articulated bus steering systems, the steering column structure is inadequate such that when the steering is adjusted to the lowest position, the steering column and tilt mechanism components may interfere with …

その他 Optimus 2015

Rolls-Royce: Airbag

Airbag
7 Jan 2016 2 units affected Ref JP-1222810

In side curtain airbags, improper manufacturing processes have resulted in some airbags not being properly stored. Consequently, these airbags may not deploy properly during collision or similar events, potentially failing to provide …

ロールスロイス Phantom EWB 2015 ロールスロイス Phantom SWB 2015
25 Dec 2015 43 units affected Ref JP-2104870

Diaphragm degradation and other issues in spring chambers used beyond their replacement limit can cause air leaks. This results in reduced air pressure in the brake system, activating the parking brake and …

トレクス 2004–2008 日通 2004–2008

Mazda: Airbag

Airbag
25 Dec 2015 24659 units affected Ref JP-1137310

In certain passenger-side airbag inflators, the container may rupture due to internal pressure during airbag deployment, causing component fragments to scatter and potentially injure occupants.

Mazda Atenza 2002–2005

S/N: Fuel hose/pipe

Fuel leak
25 Dec 2015 6 units affected Ref JP-1137290

In the forklift fuel system, improper fuel line design can cause air bubbles to form within the fuel lines. When the engine is off, these bubbles may coalesce to form air pockets. …

S N FD20-25PXIII 2015 S N FD25PXIII 2015 S N FD30PXIII 2015 S N FD35PXIII 2015
24 Dec 2015 1 units affected Ref JP-1222840

In plug-in hybrid vehicles, the high-voltage onboard charging control unit may incorrectly detect charging cable connection due to improper circuit board manufacturing. This may prevent charging when the cable is connected, and …

Mercedes-Benz S550 Plug-in Hybrid 2015
24 Dec 2015 1 units affected Ref JP-1222890

Certain connection flanges linking the propeller shaft to the differential gear lack sufficient lubricating grease in the flange's movable sections. Continued operation in this condition risks damage to the connection flange, and …

BMW BMW M3 2015
24 Dec 2015 3726 units affected Ref JP-1222860

In the brake pedal of the braking system, the outer diameter of the brake pedal bearing shaft is slightly larger than the inner diameter of the brake pedal shaft bearing, which may …

Porsche 911 50 2011–2014 Porsche 911 Carrera 2011–2014 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 2011–2014 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S 2011–2014 Porsche 911 Carrera S 2011–2014 +7 more
24 Dec 2015 175 units affected Ref JP-1222850

On the vehicle's left rear seat, improper installation of the bracket for securing an ISOFIX child seat may prevent the child seat from being installed.

BMW BMW 523d 2015 BMW BMW 523i 2015 BMW BMW 528i 2015 BMW BMW 535i 2015 BMW BMW 550i 2015 +1 more

Ferrari: Fuel hose/pipe

Fire risk
18 Dec 2015 8 units affected Ref JP-1222800

The coating on fuel line connection points has been applied improperly. During assembly, the coating may peel off at connection joints, resulting in poor sealing. This can cause minute quantities of fuel …

Ferrari 488GTB 2015 Ferrari California 2015
18 Dec 2015 296 units affected Ref JP-1137160

On agricultural chemical spray vehicles, improper routing of the exhaust pipe causes it to repeatedly receive vibration from the engine. This can result in cracks forming at the exhaust pipe mounting bracket …

昭信 3S-C1061 2010–2014 昭信 3S-FS1061 2010–2014 昭信 3S-FSC1061 2010–2014 昭信 3S-FSC1061L 2010–2014 昭信 SSA-V1021CL 2010–2014
17 Dec 2015 513 units affected Ref JP-2104860

In large tour buses equipped with optional passenger seats, the fasteners securing the seat covering are inappropriately selected. When thin-padded areas of the cushion are pressed firmly, the fasteners may penetrate the …

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Ace 2012–2015

Honda: Starter device

Fire risk
17 Dec 2015 757 units affected Ref JP-1222830

The starter magnetic switch in the engine starter device has improper sealant filling for waterproofing. Sealant can penetrate into the fuse terminal inside the magnetic switch. During use, the sealant softens and …

Honda CBR250R 2014 Honda Forza Si 2014

Honda: Starting Device

Fire risk
17 Dec 2015 14 units affected Ref JP-1137270

In the engine starting device, improper filling of waterproof sealant in the starter magnetic switch allows sealant to intrude into the terminal interior of the fuse mounting section. During use, the intruded …

Honda VT1300CR 2013–2014
17 Dec 2015 1930 units affected Ref JP-1137260

The bank angle sensor harness attachment method in the engine cut-off device (bank angle sensor) that operates during tipping, and for vehicles not equipped with anti-lock braking system (ABS), the joint connector …

Honda Shadow 2009–2015 Honda Shadow Phantom 2009–2015
17 Dec 2015 1023 units affected Ref JP-1137253

The battery ground terminal is fixed in an improper position, which may cause increased electrical resistance at the ground terminal during use. Continued operation in this condition could result in starter motor …

Suzuki V-Strom 2014

Suzuki: Wiring

Loss of control
17 Dec 2015 1023 units affected Ref JP-1137252

Improper wire harness routing design causes interference with the fuel tank rear surface. Continued operation may result in harness insulation abrasion due to vibration during driving, leading to short circuits, engine malfunction, …

Suzuki V-Strom 2014

Suzuki: Wiring

Loss of control
17 Dec 2015 1023 units affected Ref JP-1137251

The connector structure joining the ignition switch lead wire and wire harness in the starting system is inadequate. During use, terminals inside the connector may corrode due to water ingress. Continued use …

Suzuki V-Strom 2014

Suzuki: Engine Block

Loss of control
17 Dec 2015 6778 units affected Ref JP-1137240

In the engine, improper heat treatment of tappets and cylinder head assembly processes have been identified. Consequently, if foreign material enters between the tappets and camshaft, the tappets will experience abnormal wear, …

Suzuki GSR750 2012–2014 Suzuki V-Strom 2012–2014 Suzuki Gladius 2012–2014 Suzuki Skywave 2012–2014 Suzuki Bandit 1250 2012–2014

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.