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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21 Apr 2011 11 units affected Ref JP-1217460

Front wiper motors may have blocked internal pressure-relief vents due to improper manufacturing processes, preventing pressure equalization between the motor interior and outside air. When an operating motor is rapidly cooled by …

Chrysler Jeep Cherokee 2008

Kobelco: Power Steering

Steering
20 Apr 2011 211 units affected Ref JP-1127380

In the reducer that transmits power from the engine to the steering pump of the steering mechanism, the oil passage in the cover within the reducer is improperly designed, resulting in insufficient …

コべルコ RK250-7 2008–2011

Fiat: ABS

Fire risk
19 Apr 2011 135 units affected Ref JP-1217420

ABS control unit wiring is improperly routed and pinched between the battery tray or surrounding components. Continued operation may cause the wire insulation to abrade and short-circuit due to vibration during driving, …

Fiat Grande Punto 2009–2010 Fiat Grande Punto Abarth 2009–2010 Fiat Punto Evo 2009–2010
19 Apr 2011 336 units affected Ref JP-1127400

In brake air hoses for heavy-duty trucks, improper mounting position of the hose causes it to become pinched between the air pipe clip fixing bolt and the protector. This can result in …

Isuzu GIGA 2010
19 Apr 2011 85 units affected Ref JP-1127390

The shape of the vehicle body-side attachment bracket for the lower radius rod that secures the rear axle is inappropriate, allowing water to seep inside the bracket and cause corrosion. If use …

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero King 2000–2003
8 Apr 2011 114 units affected Ref JP-1127372

In the braking system, an incorrect component was installed in the master cylinder. When the brake pedal is depressed multiple times while the parking brake is engaged, pedal travel may increase. In …

T C M ZW80 2009–2010 T C M ZW90 2009–2010 日立 ZW80 2009–2010 日立 ZW90 2009–2010
8 Apr 2011 121 units affected Ref JP-1127371

The U-bolts securing the front axle to the vehicle frame have insufficient strength. Vibration during operation may cause cracks to develop in these U-bolts. Continued use in this condition risks U-bolt fracture, …

T C M ZW80 2009–2010 T C M ZW90 2009–2010 日立 ZW80 2009–2010 日立 ZW90 2009–2010
7 Apr 2011 6 units affected Ref JP-1217410

Due to insufficient clearance between the coolant hose and air cleaner duct in the engine, vibration during operation may cause contact between the coolant hose and air cleaner duct. Continued use in …

BMW Alpina B3S Bi-turbo 2010 BMW Alpina B3S Bi-turbo Cabriolet 2010 BMW Alpina B3S Bi-turbo Touring 2010 BMW Alpina B3S Bi-turbo Touring 4WD 2010
31 Mar 2011 151 units affected Ref JP-1217400

In the brake caliper pad-to-disc clearance adjustment mechanism, improper component design allows the pad-to-disc gap to gradually narrow due to vibration during operation. Continued use may result in brake drag and smoking.

Hino Hino Scania 2006–2009
31 Mar 2011 2 units affected Ref JP-1127360

At the fuel tank mounting point, the fuel tank support lacks sufficient strength. During vehicle operation, vibration can cause cracks to develop in the support. If use continues in this condition, cracks …

Isuzu Forward 2008
31 Mar 2011 2 units affected Ref JP-1127350

In vehicles with vertically modified exhaust pipes, the fixing method of the rain water intrusion prevention valve attached to the exhaust outlet is inadequate, causing the valve fixing bracket to be ejected …

Isuzu Forward 2008–2009
31 Mar 2011 15 units affected Ref JP-1127340

In large tour buses equipped with a cold-climate toilet unit at the rear of the vehicle, improper installation of the toilet water tank has resulted in the toilet water freeze-prevention harness being …

Isuzu Isuzu Gala 2009–2010

Hino: Wiring

31 Mar 2011 17 units affected Ref JP-1127330

In large tour buses equipped with cold-climate-specification toilets at the rear, improper installation of the toilet water tank has resulted in the toilet freeze-prevention harness being pinched underneath the tank. This can …

Hino Hino Selega 2009–2010

Komatsu: Steering System

Steering
31 Mar 2011 2337 units affected Ref JP-1127320

The steering valve in the steering apparatus lacks a safety valve. During operation, impacts can cause excessive hydraulic pressure in the steering cylinder, which may loosen the nut securing the cylinder rod …

Komatsu WA30-6 2008–2011 Komatsu WA40-6 2008–2011

Mazda: Engine Assembly

Fire risk
31 Mar 2011 1183 units affected Ref JP-1127300

In the engine, due to improper settings of the parts assembly equipment, the piston clip, which serves as a retaining ring for the piston pin that fastens the piston and connecting rod, …

Mazda Atenza 2008
29 Mar 2011 220 units affected Ref JP-1127280

Certain large trucks equipped with box-type mufflers have incorrect urea water dosing nozzles installed. Continued use in this condition may cause urea water to crystallize, potentially clogging the nozzle and muffler.

Mitsubishi Fuso 2009–2010
29 Mar 2011 182 units affected Ref JP-1127270

The brake drum section of the front axle hub has insufficient strength and may fracture. Continued use in this condition could result in brake failure.

S N FD09PX 2006–2010 S N FD09PXI 2006–2010 S N FD10PX 2006–2010 S N FD14PX 2006–2010 S N FD15PX 2006–2010 +23 more
29 Mar 2011 233 units affected Ref JP-1127170

The pump housing securing the hydraulic pump on the pump coupling, which transmits power from the engine to the hydraulic pump, has insufficient strength. This causes vibration in the hydraulic pump, leading …

住友 HA50W 2002–2009
28 Mar 2011 39 units affected Ref JP-1127290

The optical axis adjustment of the low beam headlights equipped with an automatic headlight aiming device is inappropriate, which may cause the headlight beam direction to not comply with safety standards.

Suzuki Escudo 2011
25 Mar 2011 310 units affected Ref JP-1127310

In the travel reduction gearbox of the shovel loader, some units have improper machining precision in the reduction gearbox case on the hydraulic motor mounting side, causing misalignment between the drive shaft …

Kubota 6SDTL10 2010–2011 Kubota 6SDTL12 2010–2011 Kubota 6SDTL8 2010–2011 Kubota R430Z 2010–2011 Kubota R530Z 2010–2011 +1 more
24 Mar 2011 3953 units affected Ref JP-1127260

In vehicles equipped with a regenerative control-type DPF, the brake air tube, parking brake cable, and transmission cable routed near the exhaust pipe may reach high temperatures. Continued operation in this condition …

Nissan Condor 2004–2006
23 Mar 2011 44 units affected Ref JP-1217390

Due to improper programming of the air conditioning control module, the outlet mode may not switch properly. As a result, the front defroster may not function, causing the windshield to fog and …

キャデラック SRX 2011

Cadillac: Power Steering

Steering
23 Mar 2011 13 units affected Ref JP-1217380

In the power steering system, the fluid return pipe may contact and chafe against the steering gearbox and other components due to driving vibrations, causing cracks in the return pipe and fluid …

キャデラック SRX 2010

Chrysler: Wiring

Fire risk
18 Mar 2011 459 units affected Ref JP-1217370

In the wiring for left and right power sliding doors, insufficient securing of the wiring can cause the lower hinge of the power sliding door or the movable wiring case to contact …

Chrysler Grand Voyager 2008–2009

Chrysler: Airbag

Airbag
18 Mar 2011 375 units affected Ref JP-1217360

In the air conditioning system, improper assembly positioning of the air conditioning housing creates gaps at the connection between the air conditioning housing and the air conditioning drain duct. Continued use may …

Chrysler Grand Voyager 2008

Hino: Stabilizer Arm/Rod

Wheel / axle
17 Mar 2011 35 units affected Ref JP-1127230

High-center-of-gravity vehicles have insufficient strength in the rear-axle air suspension stabilizer arm. Repeated rolling can cause cracks to develop in the arm. Continued use may result in arm fracture in the worst …

Hino Hino Ranger 2003–2010
17 Mar 2011 94226 units affected Ref JP-1127210

The adhesive bond on the damper rubber of the engine vibration-damping crankshaft pulley may separate during use due to manufacturing defects or similar issues. As a result, the outer race of the …

Subaru R1 2003–2007 Subaru R2 2003–2007 Subaru Stella 2003–2007

Komatsu: Axle

Wheel / axle
15 Mar 2011 69 units affected Ref JP-1127250

Some front axles have insufficient durability due to the use of defective material components for the planetary gear shaft. Continued use in this condition may cause wear of the shaft, resulting in …

Komatsu FD35 2008–2010 Komatsu FD35N 2008–2010 Komatsu FG40N 2008–2010

Hino: Engine Block

Loss of control
10 Mar 2011 1 units affected Ref JP-1127220

In engines for medium-duty fire trucks, improper cleaning of internal gears has allowed foreign matter to enter the gear shaft bushings in some units. When fire equipment is operated, these bushings may …

Hino Hino Ranger 2010

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.