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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15 Feb 2013 3 units affected Ref JP-1130960

The aftermarket warning light fixture installed on the vehicle has stress concentration at the embedded nut portion of the lower cover at the peripheral fastening points (16 locations total) of the upper …

Mazda CX-5 2011 Mazda Premacy 2011 Toyota Prius 2011
15 Feb 2013 3 units affected Ref JP-1130950

The aftermarket warning light mounted on the vehicle has 16 fastening points on the outer perimeter of the upper and lower covers. Stress concentration occurs at the embedded nut portion of the …

Nissan X-Trail 2012
15 Feb 2013 3 units affected Ref JP-1130940

At the peripheral fastening points (16 locations total) of the upper and lower covers of the vehicle-mounted warning light (aftermarket product), stress concentration occurs at the embedded nut section of the lower …

Mazda Familia Van 2011
15 Feb 2013 10 units affected Ref JP-1130930

Stress concentration occurs at the embedded nut sections of the lower cover at the peripheral fastening points (16 locations total) of the upper and lower covers of the aftermarket warning light mounted …

Nissan AD 2011–2012 Nissan X-Trail 2011–2012 Toyota Vanguard 2011–2012
15 Feb 2013 25 units affected Ref JP-1130920

The aftermarket warning light fixture mounted on the vehicle has 16 circumferential fastening points on its upper and lower covers. Stress concentration occurs at the embedded nut portion of the lower cover. …

Mazda Demio 2010–2012 Mazda Bongo 2010–2012 Nissan AD 2010–2012 Nissan NV200 Vanette 2010–2012 Nissan Wingroad 2010–2012 +5 more
15 Feb 2013 36 units affected Ref JP-1130910

The aftermarket warning light fixture mounted on the vehicle has 16 fastening points around the outer perimeter of the upper and lower covers. Stress concentration occurs at the embedded nut portion of …

Nissan Wingroad 2011–2012 Nissan Clipper 2011–2012 Suzuki Alto 2011–2012
13 Feb 2013 5 units affected Ref JP-1131080

In the electric vacuum pump that supplies negative pressure to the brake booster of electric vehicles, internal vanes may crack during manufacturing. Continued use in this condition could cause vane failure, impairing …

Daihatsu Hijet 2012
12 Feb 2013 1311 units affected Ref JP-1130900

In large-size transit buses equipped with automatic transmissions, solder cracks may develop inside the automatic transmission ECU, causing increased shift shock and gear stage lockup. In the worst case, the engine may …

Mitsubishi Space Runner A 2010–2013 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Star 2010–2013
12 Feb 2013 240 units affected Ref JP-1130890

On large tractors, improper tightening torque of the straps securing the aluminum fuel tank may cause cracks to develop on the tank's side surface, risking fuel leakage.

Mitsubishi Fuso Super Great 2010–2012
7 Feb 2013 7 units affected Ref JP-1218900

In the steering system, the retainer component that secures the Pitman arm may be missing or improperly installed. When steering operation is repeated, the retainer may become loose. Continued use in this …

LBCE STX 700-2 2010–2012 LBCE STX 700L-2 2010–2012
6 Feb 2013 119 units affected Ref JP-1219050

The snap locks securing the front side panels have inappropriate hardness, which may loosen during high-speed driving (>160 km/h). Continued driving in this condition risks detachment of the side panels.

BMW BMW C600 S 2012
6 Feb 2013 411 units affected Ref JP-1219040

At the side stand attachment point, inadequate cleaning of the threaded holes and contact surfaces on both the frame and bracket sides allows residual oil to remain, which can cause the attachment …

BMW BMW S1000RR 2011–2012
6 Feb 2013 141 units affected Ref JP-1219030

The screen insert is not installed in the front brake oil reservoir tank during manufacturing. Prolonged continuous operation near maximum engine RPM can cause air bubbles to form in the brake fluid …

BMW BMW K1300R 2011–2012 BMW BMW K1300S 2011–2012
4 Feb 2013 73 units affected Ref JP-1130690

The lock confirmation lamp on the cargo door locking mechanism of van-type cargo beds has an inappropriate lamp color. When the locking mechanism is unlocked via remote key, the vehicle can be …

Daihatsu Hijet 1997–2012 Hino Hino Dutro 1997–2012 Hino Hino Profia 1997–2012 Hino Hino Ranger 1997–2012 Isuzu Elf 1997–2012 +5 more
31 Jan 2013 3 units affected Ref JP-2104280

In large buses, the mounting bracket for the LCD television monitor has insufficient strength, and cracks may develop in the bracket due to vehicle vibration. If use continues in this condition, the …

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Star 2008–2010
31 Jan 2013 17 units affected Ref JP-1219010

In the trailer braking system, some brake camshafts have insufficient toughness due to improper heat treatment. Continued use in this condition may cause stress concentration in the camshaft spline, leading to camshaft …

FAW Semi-trailer 2006–2012 FAW Pole Trailer 2006–2012 YGB Semi-trailer 2006–2012 YGB Full-trailer 2006–2012
31 Jan 2013 2500 units affected Ref JP-1130870

Certain brake actuators have been assembled with incorrect seal rings. As a result, brake fluid may leak into the brake actuator past the seal, causing the brake warning light to illuminate and …

Subaru Trezia 2013 Toyota iQ 2013 Toyota Vitz 2013 Toyota Auris 2013 Toyota Corolla Axio 2013 +4 more
31 Jan 2013 1950 units affected Ref JP-1130860

Certain brake actuators were assembled with incorrect seal rings. Brake fluid may leak into the brake actuator past the seal, causing the brake warning light to illuminate and brake force to diminish.

Mazda Carol 2013 Nissan Moco 2013 Nissan Roox 2013 Suzuki MR Wagon 2013 Suzuki Alto 2013 +3 more
30 Jan 2013 5 units affected Ref JP-1219020

In electric vehicles, the input shaft seal of the transmission that transmits driving torque from the electric motor is inadequately sealed, which may cause grease leakage. In such cases, insufficient lubrication of …

BMW BMW ActiveE 2012
30 Jan 2013 6101 units affected Ref JP-1219000

Certain airbag control units have insufficient electrical noise immunity. Noise generated by vehicle electrical components can damage the IC chip within the unit during use, and in the worst case, may cause …

N U M M I( 生産国:アメリカ合衆国) Voltz 2002–2004
30 Jan 2013 24 units affected Ref JP-1130840

On large rear reflectors of container-dedicated vehicles, the mounting position of the reflector is inappropriate, resulting in the geometric visibility of the upper interior of the reflector not conforming to the Road …

Isuzu GIGA 2012–2013

Kawasaki: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
30 Jan 2013 3351 units affected Ref JP-1130830

The fuel pump has insufficient internal bearing durability, which may cause bearing wear, resulting in impaired operation and abnormal noise. Continued operation in this condition may lead to progressive wear, reducing fuel …

Kawasaki W800 2010–2012
29 Jan 2013 164 units affected Ref JP-1218960

In the fuel tank, the joint between the main body resin and the drain plug insert nut, as well as the seal structure with the plug, are inadequate. Torque applied during drain …

その他 BW115AC-3 2010–2012 その他 BW115AD-3 2010–2012 その他 BW131ACW-3 2010–2012 その他 BW131AD-3 2010–2012
25 Jan 2013 167 units affected Ref JP-1130850

Some brake actuators have incorrect seal rings installed. This allows brake fluid to leak into the brake actuator from the seal area, causing the warning light to illuminate. Continued operation may result …

Daihatsu Move 2013 Subaru Stella 2013
24 Jan 2013 4583 units affected Ref JP-1130822

In the brake vacuum electric pump that supplies negative pressure to the brake booster, some units have cracks that occurred during machining because internal vane inspection was inadequate. Continued use of such …

Mitsubishi i-MiEV 2011–2012 Mitsubishi MINICAB-MiEV 2011–2012 Suzuki EV Every 2011–2012
24 Jan 2013 1237 units affected Ref JP-1130821

The brake vacuum electric pump that supplies negative pressure to the brake booster has an improperly machined internal rotor in some units, resulting in a sharp pointed tip. Continued use may cause …

Mitsubishi i-MiEV 2011–2012
24 Jan 2013 70 units affected Ref JP-1130810

In route buses with automatic transmission equipped with compressed natural gas (CNG) engines, the idle speed control program of the engine control unit is inappropriate. When the load during idling fluctuates, the …

Isuzu Erga 2007–2012
24 Jan 2013 346 units affected Ref JP-1130800

Trucks equipped with double cabs featuring widened step depth for improved entry/exit have insufficient water-sealing performance at the intake duct inlet. Water may ingress through the inlet when driving through puddles or …

Isuzu Forward 1997–2007

Nissan: Engine Assembly

Fire risk
24 Jan 2013 18455 units affected Ref JP-1130790

In diesel engines, improper setting of maximum engine RPM causes excessive load on the crankshaft No. 3 main journal at maximum engine speed, resulting in journal bearing misalignment that can obstruct oil …

Nissan X-Trail 2008–2012
22 Jan 2013 457 units affected Ref JP-1218980

Due to improper programming in the mechanical automatic transmission control unit, automatic transmission control (upshift) may be initiated when the accelerator pedal is not depressed and during low-speed driving. This causes engine …

Volvo FH 2010–2012 Volvo FM 2010–2012

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.