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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13 Apr 2015 854 units affected Ref JP-1135490

In the parking brake of wheel cranes, the surface treatment of the bracket that secures the brake chamber is inadequate, resulting in some bolts having low axial tension. Due to vibration during …

カトウ Kato KR-25H Rafter 2013–2014 カトウ Kato KRM-35H Rafter 2013–2014
9 Apr 2015 12 units affected Ref JP-2104680

In fire truck siren amplifiers with gradual volume control functionality, the control program is inadequate, which may result in the warning light not illuminating in synchronization with siren operation.

Nissan March 2008
9 Apr 2015 171 units affected Ref JP-2104670

In the siren amplifier with variable volume control function for ambulance sirens (optional), due to inappropriate control programming, the warning lights may fail to illuminate in synchronization with siren activation.

Nissan Paramedic 2003–2009
9 Apr 2015 464 units affected Ref JP-2104650

In siren amplifiers with variable-volume siren functionality for ambulances (chassis manufacturer option), improper control programming may prevent emergency warning lights from activating in synchronization with siren activation.

Toyota Toyota Ambulance 2003–2009
9 Apr 2015 20328 units affected Ref JP-1135470

Medium-duty trucks and large/medium-duty buses have insufficient strength in the air compressor seat gasket (which maintains air-tightness between the cooling water passage and air passage within the compressor). Pressure oscillations from piston …

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Ace 2010–2015 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Star 2010–2015 Mitsubishi Fuso Fighter 2010–2015
7 Apr 2015 1068 units affected Ref JP-2104710

A pedestal for mounting a garbage truck wrap-prevention device is welded to the vehicle frame. High stress can develop at the weld joint of the pedestal due to vibration during operation and …

Hino Hino Ranger 2002–2013
7 Apr 2015 248 units affected Ref JP-1135460

In the hydraulic pump for the work apparatus of garbage trucks, the spline profile of the drive shaft and the connection flange profile are inappropriate for driving the hydraulic pump. Over time, …

Isuzu Elf 2009–2014 Isuzu Forward 2009–2014 Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 2009–2014 Mitsubishi Fuso Fighter 2009–2014 Nissan Condor 2009–2014 +1 more
3 Apr 2015 169 units affected Ref JP-1135430

In the steering gearbox of small trucks, improper installation instructions resulted in some units being fitted with a high-lock specification. Consequently, when emergency braking is applied with the steering wheel turned to …

Isuzu Elf 2014–2015

Suzuki: Electrical System - Other

Loss of control
2 Apr 2015 27921 units affected Ref JP-1135350

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

Suzuki Skywave 2007–2012
1 Apr 2015 4 units affected Ref JP-1135450

Due to improper work instructions during installation of the digital tachograph, initial setup was not performed. As a result, operational records cannot be recorded.

タダノ GR-160N-3 2015 タダノ GR-250N-3 2015 タダノ GR-700N-1 2015
1 Apr 2015 391 units affected Ref JP-1135440

In the prime mover of wheel cranes, improper routing of engine control wiring may cause the wiring to be damaged by prime mover vibration. Continued operation in this condition may result in …

コべルコ RK700-2 2013–2015 タダノ GR-700N-1 2013–2015
31 Mar 2015 212 units affected Ref JP-1221690

The front differential snap ring, which secures internal components, is inadequately designed for high-load driving conditions. Under high loads, the snap ring may deform and disengage, causing loosening of the secured components …

マセラテイ Ghibli 2013–2014 マセラテイ Quattroporte 2013–2014
31 Mar 2015 8 units affected Ref JP-1221580

The bolt holes on the drive gear shaft that secure the shaft and drive sprocket are improperly machined, which can cause bolts to loosen due to running vibration. Continued use may result …

アプリリア Caponord 1200 2014

Porsche: Engine Assembly

Loss of control
31 Mar 2015 1613 units affected Ref JP-1221440

The bolt head thickness of the bolts securing the cam gear in the engine's camshaft controller has an inappropriate design value, causing bolt damage during tightening. As a result, loosening of the …

Porsche Cayenne S 2009–2012 Porsche Cayenne Turbo 2009–2012 Porsche Panamera 2009–2012 Porsche Panamera 4 2009–2012 Porsche Panamera 4S 2009–2012 +3 more
31 Mar 2015 125755 units affected Ref JP-1135480

The ignition switch uses inappropriate grease on the contact points. When the movable contact separates from the fixed contact, arc discharge heat causes the grease to carbonize. Continued use leads to decreased …

Chevrolet MW 1999–2010 Suzuki Solio 1999–2010 Suzuki Wagon R Solio 1999–2010 Suzuki Wagon R Plus 1999–2010

Isuzu: Other (Engine)

Fire risk
31 Mar 2015 156 units affected Ref JP-1135400

The mounting bracket for the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) pipe attached to the engine of large buses has insufficient strength. At specific engine speeds, the bracket resonates and develops cracks. Continued use …

Isuzu Isuzu Gala 2012–2015

Hino: Other (Engine)

Fire risk
31 Mar 2015 537 units affected Ref JP-1135390

The mounting bracket securing the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) pipe on large bus engines has insufficient strength. At specific engine speeds, the bracket resonates and cracks. Continued operation allows cracks to propagate, …

Hino Hino Selega 2010–2015 Hino Hino Blue Ribbon City 2010–2015

Hino: Vehicle body

Fire risk
31 Mar 2015 137135 units affected Ref JP-1135380

In large and medium-duty trucks equipped with ladder attachment holes on the cab exterior panels, improper cab structure allows conductive liquids (salt water, detergents) to enter the cab interior through these holes …

Hino Hino Profia 2001–2010
31 Mar 2015 330 units affected Ref JP-1135370

Push-button type parking brake switches may have inadequate machining in the manufacturing process, resulting in insufficient clearance in the internal sliding components. Consequently, at low ambient temperatures, the switch body contracts due …

住友 HN220WHH-2 2013 住友 HW30VWH-5 2013 住友 「HW41VWH-5」 2013 日立 CP220-3 2013 日立 ZC35C-3 2013 +3 more
31 Mar 2015 9 units affected Ref JP-1135360

Road rollers equipped with a diff-lock device may generate excessive pressure during diff-lock operation due to an inadequate hydraulic circuit design, causing excessive load on the travel motor. With frequent diff-lock use, …

住友 HN220WHH-2 2010–2011 日立 CP220-3 2010–2011
31 Mar 2015 11029 units affected Ref JP-1135300

Improper process control during front brake caliper assembly has resulted in insufficient tightening of caliper mounting bolts. Continued use in this condition may cause the bolts to loosen, resulting in abnormal noise …

Daihatsu Tanto 2014–2015 Daihatsu Move 2014–2015 Subaru Stella 2014–2015
30 Mar 2015 51 units affected Ref JP-1135320

In the trailer direction indicator, due to inappropriate selection of the direction indicator, if the direction indicator malfunctions, the abnormality detection circuit within the flasher relay fails to function, and the operation …

フルハーフ 2006–2007

Nissan: Computer (Engine

Loss of control
26 Mar 2015 24 units affected Ref JP-1135340

In the engine control unit power supply circuit, an incorrect wiring terminal fixing bolt was used on the power fuse. As a result, the fixing bolt interferes with the fuse holder partition …

ニッセキ HTR306 2013–2014
26 Mar 2015 3579 units affected Ref JP-1135290

In harvester-thresher machines, the hole retaining ring and shaft retaining ring of the turning clutch—which engages and disengages power transmission to enable gentle turns by creating differential rotation between left and right …

Kubota ER456 2008–2014 Kubota ER467 2008–2014
25 Mar 2015 7601 units affected Ref JP-2204660

Due to inappropriate programming in the automatic transmission control computer, after engine shutdown, when the hydraulic fluid temperature within the computer is low and specific ignition switch operations are performed, the computer …

Volkswagen VW Golf 1.2/77kW 2013–2014 Volkswagen VW Golf 1.4/103kW 2013–2014 Volkswagen VW Golf Variant 1.2 / 77 kW 2013–2014 Volkswagen VW Golf Variant 1.4 / 103 kW 2013–2014
25 Mar 2015 12391 units affected Ref JP-2204640

Continued use with a damaged rear trailing arm resulting from impact in accidents or similar events may cause the rear trailing arm to fracture during operation, potentially affecting steering control.

Volkswagen VW The Beetle 1.2/77kW 2011–2013
25 Mar 2015 76 units affected Ref JP-1221660

During the fuel pipe welding process, improper temperature control during welding has resulted in some welds that are not secure. Consequently, fuel may leak from gaps in the welded joints.

Volkswagen VW The Beetle 2.0T 2014

Volkswagen: Engine Assembly

Loss of control
25 Mar 2015 15957 units affected Ref JP-1221650

In the variable valve timing unit, the sprocket surface of a constituent component has been machined improperly, which may cause the mounting bolts to loosen. As a result, the unit may not …

Volkswagen VW Cross Polo 1.2 / 66kW 2014–2015 Volkswagen VW Golf 1.2/77kW 2014–2015 Volkswagen VW Golf Variant 1.2 / 77 kW 2014–2015 Volkswagen VW Polo 1.2/66kW 2014–2015
25 Mar 2015 324 units affected Ref JP-1221640

In electric panoramic sunroofs, improper inspection of the metal frame component has resulted in some units using metal frames that exceed design tolerances. This causes excessive load on the glass mounted to …

Volkswagen VW The Beetle 1.2/77kW 2013–2014 Volkswagen VW The Beetle 2.0T 2013–2014
25 Mar 2015 27 units affected Ref JP-1221630

Certain driver and passenger seat headrests have incorrect rods installed during manufacturing. This may cause the headrest to exceed maximum adjustment height when adjusted, potentially violating safety standards Articles 22 and 22-4.

Volkswagen VW Sharan 1.4 110kW 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.