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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Isuzu: Door

Loss of control
27 Aug 2013 1104 units affected Ref JP-1132120

In route buses equipped with a power transmission cut device (a structure that prevents power transmission to the drive mechanism until the boarding/alighting door is closed), the electrical circuit for detecting the …

Isuzu Erga 2009–2013 Isuzu Erga Mio 2009–2013
27 Aug 2013 811 units affected Ref JP-1132100

In large truck propeller shafts, the spline shaft dimensions are undersized, resulting in excessive clearance between the spline shaft and the mating flange. This causes excessive loading on the fastening bolts that …

UDトラックス Quon 2011–2012
22 Aug 2013 1126 units affected Ref JP-2104360

The electric wheelchair securing device has an improper motor stop method during belt release, which can cause gear seizure when the motor stops. This may prevent the motor from operating when the …

Nissan NV350 Caravan 2012–2013
22 Aug 2013 14 units affected Ref JP-1132080

In vehicles where the hill start assist (HSA) system has been relocated, improper positioning during reinstallation causes the HSA exhaust hose to interfere with bolts, resulting in hose deformation. Continued use in …

Isuzu GIGA 2010–2013

Triumph: ABS

Brakes
20 Aug 2013 118 units affected Ref JP-1219570

The hydraulic unit of the ABS (anti-lock braking system) may contain foreign material due to inadequate manufacturing processes, which in worst-case scenarios could prevent the ABS from operating properly.

Triumph Street Triple 2013
8 Aug 2013 4 units affected Ref JP-1132070

Due to improper manufacturing processes in the component production of the microcomputer power supply voltage monitoring circuit within the Electric Power Steering Control Unit (EPS ECU), some components exhibit defective characteristics. This …

Mitsubishi Outlander 2012–2013
7 Aug 2013 23 units affected Ref JP-1132060

The wheel crane headlights may not comply with safety standards because the adjustment method for the headlight (low beam) direction during vehicle production was inadequate, causing adjustment values to fall outside the …

タダノ GR-250-N-3 2013
6 Aug 2013 210 units affected Ref JP-1132030

Improper cable tie installation securing the starter cable results in insufficient clearance between the starter cable and the exhaust temperature sensor muffler cover of the UDPC (Diesel Particulate Filter). Continued operation may …

UDトラックス Condor 2011–2013
5 Aug 2013 36 units affected Ref JP-1219555

Some vehicles have a clutch boss installed that differs from the manufacturer specification, resulting in insufficient fit with the main axle. Under load, this fit may disengage, preventing power transmission and causing …

Megelli 250R 2011–2012
5 Aug 2013 274 units affected Ref JP-1219554

Improper mounting position and method of the rear brake hose may cause damage, resulting in brake fluid leakage and reduced braking force at the rear brake.

Megelli 250R 2011–2012

Magellan: Computer (Engine)

Loss of control
5 Aug 2013 312 units affected Ref JP-1219553

The ECU program that determines rollover status using the bank angle sensor is inappropriate, which may cause the engine to shut down by incorrectly determining that the vehicle has overturned while in …

Megelli 250R 2011–2012
5 Aug 2013 395 units affected Ref JP-1219552

The injector connector material is inappropriate. If excessive force is applied during servicing or if it is not installed properly, it may become damaged and cause fuel leakage.

Megelli 250R 2011–2012

Megelli: Sprocket

Loss of control
5 Aug 2013 393 units affected Ref JP-1219551

During drive sprocket maintenance, over-tightening the mounting bolts can cause thread-locking compound to peel off. If the mounting bolts are reassembled without thread-locking compound, vibration may cause loosening and loss of drive …

Megelli 250R 2011–2012

Moto Guzzi: Shock Absorber

Wheel / axle
2 Aug 2013 30 units affected Ref JP-1219560

Some suspension link components (double connecting rods) that secure the rear suspension to the frame have inadequate durability due to improper manufacturing processes and materials. Consequently, the double connecting rods may fracture …

モト・グッツィ 1200 SPORT 4V 2012–2013
2 Aug 2013 11 units affected Ref JP-1132050

On forklifts equipped with two LPG cylinders, incorrect thread selection on the nipple at the pipe junction where LPG converges may result in insufficient thread sealing. Continued operation in this condition risks …

Komatsu FG35N 2005–2009 小松 FG35N 2005–2009 小松 FG45 2005–2009
1 Aug 2013 37 units affected Ref JP-1132020

In large transit bus HEV vehicles, insufficient clearance between the intake hose and turbocharger causes the turbocharger's heat to harden the intake hose rubber. Continued operation in this condition may result in …

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Star 2008–2010
1 Aug 2013 85 units affected Ref JP-1132010

In medium-sized buses, the bolts securing the front door to the vehicle body are insufficiently torqued, which may cause them to loosen and detach, rendering the door inoperable.

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Midi 2011–2013
1 Aug 2013 801 units affected Ref JP-1132000

In large buses, heater hose fixing clamps lack sufficient clamping force, allowing coolant flowing through the hose to seep in at the hose end. This coolant degrades the hose's reinforcement fibers. Continued …

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Ace 2010–2012 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Queen 2010–2012 UDトラックス Space Arrow A 2010–2012 UDトラックス Space Wing A 2010–2012

Subaru: A/T

1 Aug 2013 22 units affected Ref JP-1131970

In the power transmission system, the parking rod that locks the parking mechanism gear of the automatic transmission has improper assembly work, and the rod's retaining portion is damaged in some units. …

Subaru Impreza 2013 Subaru Legacy 2013
30 Jul 2013 3 units affected Ref JP-1131960

On route buses, the turbocompressor impeller lacks sufficient strength against fluctuations in turbocharger rotation. Repeated high engine RPM operations during acceleration can cause compressor impeller fracture. Continued operation may result in white …

Hino Hino Blue Ribbon II 2005–2007
30 Jul 2013 19 units affected Ref JP-1131950

On route buses, the turbocharger compressor impeller lacks sufficient strength against fluctuations in turbocharger rotation speed. Repeated high-RPM engine operation during acceleration can cause compressor impeller failure. Continued use may result in …

Hino Hino Rainbow II 2005–2007 Isuzu Erga 2005–2007 Isuzu Erga Mio 2005–2007

Mitsubishi: Engine - Other

Fire risk
25 Jul 2013 650109 units affected Ref JP-1131990

The engine air intake duct retaining clip may crack when excessive force is applied during clip removal. Reusing a cracked clip allows the crack to propagate, potentially causing clip failure during operation. …

Mitsubishi Toppo BJ Wide 1998–2011 Mitsubishi Minica 1998–2011 Mitsubishi Minica Toppo BJ 1998–2011
25 Jul 2013 4211 units affected Ref JP-1131980

The EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) valve bushing seal structure at the valve shaft is inadequate, causing reduced sealing performance during valve shaft actuation. This allows exhaust gas to enter the motor. Abnormal …

Mitsubishi Pajero 2008–2011

Nissan/Isuzu: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
25 Jul 2013 15672 units affected Ref JP-1131932

Priming pumps in diesel engine vehicles may have elevated residual stress from molding. Ozone degradation during use can cause cracking. If use continues, cracks may propagate through the wall, leading to fuel …

Isuzu Elf 2007–2012 Nissan Atlas 2007–2012 Nissan Condor 2007–2012
25 Jul 2013 11518 units affected Ref JP-1131931

The turn signal indicators mounted on the door have insufficient contact pressure between the bulb and socket terminals. Frequent door opening and closing while the turn signal is operating can cause the …

Isuzu Elf 2007–2012 Nissan Atlas 2007–2012
23 Jul 2013 439 units affected Ref JP-1219540

Due to improper software in the body electrical control unit, when attempting to start the engine, the unit may fail to transmit the signal necessary for engine starting even upon receiving the …

Citroen DS5 2012–2013
18 Jul 2013 76 units affected Ref JP-1219480

The horns on the left and right are mounted in improper positions, allowing water ingress through the horn openings, which may degrade sound quality or cause electrical circuit flooding, resulting in one …

McLaren McLaren MP4-12C 2012–2013 McLaren McLaren MP4-12C Spider 2012–2013
18 Jul 2013 13090 units affected Ref JP-1131940

In large truck air brake systems, the air tube above the DPF device lacks sufficient heat resistance. Exposure to DPF device heat can cause partial melting of the air tube, resulting in …

Mitsubishi Fuso Super Great 2009–2013
18 Jul 2013 370 units affected Ref JP-1131912

In air brake systems of large trucks, the reducing valve (a pressure-reducing valve that switches pressure between the air tank for 4-axle rear air suspension and the brake air tank) within the …

Mitsubishi Fuso Super Great 2009–2012
18 Jul 2013 6430 units affected Ref JP-1131911

In air brake systems of large trucks and buses, the safety valve (which opens to reduce pressure when air lines become over-pressurized for protection) has insufficient air discharge capacity. When air lines …

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Ace 2009–2013 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Queen 2009–2013 Mitsubishi Fuso Super Great 2009–2013 UDトラックス Space Wing A 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.