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 Jan 2010 221 units affected Ref JP-1216440

The check valve installed on the vacuum line of the brake booster has inappropriate material properties, causing seal failure. Atomized engine oil from the vacuum pump enters the brake booster, damaging the …

ロールスロイス Phantom 2007–2009 ロールスロイス Phantom EWB 2007–2009 ロールスロイス Phantom Coupe 2007–2009 ロールスロイス Phantom Drophead Coupe 2007–2009
21 Jan 2010 22056 units affected Ref JP-1216420

The check valve installed in the vacuum line of the brake booster has inappropriate material properties, causing seal failure. Atomized engine oil from the vacuum pump enters the brake booster and damages …

BMW BMW 540i 2001–2009 BMW BMW 545i 2001–2009 BMW BMW 550i 2001–2009 BMW BMW 550i Touring 2001–2009 BMW BMW 645Ci 2001–2009 +10 more

Suzuki/Mazda: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
21 Jan 2010 5407 units affected Ref JP-1124550

In wheelchair-accessible vehicles, the fuel tank hermeticity test process was inadequate, causing the check valve in the fuel evaporative emission control canister line integrated into the fuel pump to dislodge in some …

Mazda AZ-Wagon 2006–2009 Suzuki Wagon R 2006–2009
21 Jan 2010 937 units affected Ref JP-1124540

Due to improper tire cut angle, when driving with studless tires installed and the steering wheel turned to maximum lock, the tire may contact the drag link. Continued use in this condition …

Nissan Condor 1995–2009

Volkswagen: Fuel Hose/Pipe

Fuel leak
20 Jan 2010 6373 units affected Ref JP-1216430

Some vehicles have improperly shaped fuel pipes that apply excessive pressure to the fuel pump discharge outlet. Continued use may cause cracks in the fuel pump's resin pipe section, potentially resulting in …

Volkswagen VW Lupo 1.4 2001–2002 Volkswagen Lupo 1.4 2001–2002
14 Jan 2010 42 units affected Ref JP-1216320

The light source sold as a dealer-optional part for discharge-type headlights contains an improperly designed transistor within the inverter (a DC-to-AC conversion device). Repeated headlight operation causes the transistor to overheat, short-circuit, …

Fiat 500 2008–2009 Fiat Abarth 500 2008–2009
13 Jan 2010 445 units affected Ref JP-1216390

Some vehicles have improper installation of the fuel pipe protective cover that shields the fuel piping routed under the vehicle body. As a result, in the worst case, vibration during driving may …

Volvo Volvo XC60 2009
13 Jan 2010 352 units affected Ref JP-1124450

In the transmission forward/reverse switching mechanism, improper structure of the clutch case bearing section causes inadequate lubrication, leading to bearing seizure and potential seizure between the mainshaft and clutch case. As a …

Yanmar A-10V 2008–2009

Ford: Cruise Control

Fire risk
12 Jan 2010 13729 units affected Ref JP-1216280

The cruise control cancel switch mounted on the brake master cylinder has an inadequate seal structure inside the switch. This allows brake fluid to leak onto internal electrical terminals, causing corrosion of …

Ford Explorer 1994–2002
12 Jan 2010 29 units affected Ref JP-1124520

In tank semi-trailers, incomplete fusion in welds of reinforcement material added to the steel auxiliary frame may initiate crack formation in the frame. Continued operation may result in frame fracture in worst …

東急 Tank Semi-trailer 2006–2007
8 Jan 2010 15 units affected Ref JP-1124530

The lighting (white, 300 cd or greater) used during crane operations lacks a device to confirm the on-state from the operator's seat.

コべルコ MK500 2001–2009

Kato: Speedometer

Fire risk
7 Jan 2010 1 units affected Ref JP-1124500

The internal component used in the vehicle speed signal amplifier of the speedometer is inappropriate, which may cause the component to burn out and result in inability to display speed.

カトウ Kato KRM-35H 2007

BMW: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
6 Jan 2010 1089 units affected Ref JP-1216360

The fuel pump control unit's connector lacks adequate water-sealing, allowing moisture ingress that causes corrosion of the internal circuit board, potentially leading to board short-circuit. Consequently, the fuel pump may fail to …

BMW BMW R 1200 GS 2006–2008 BMW BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2006–2008
25 Dec 2009 604 units affected Ref JP-1124490

In refuse collection vehicles, some knob bolts securing the cargo bed ceiling sheet cover are insufficiently tightened. As a result, the knob bolts may loosen, and in the worst case, the ceiling …

Isuzu Elf 2006–2009 Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 2006–2009 Nissan Atlas 2006–2009 Toyota Toyoace 2006–2009 Toyota Toyota Dyna 2006–2009
22 Dec 2009 9 units affected Ref JP-1124480

Improper tire toe-in adjustment can cause the tire tread to contact the leaf spring when wide tires are installed and the steering wheel is turned to its maximum angle. When wide tires …

Isuzu Elf 2004

Harley-Davidson: Fuel Tank

Fire risk
21 Dec 2009 3763 units affected Ref JP-1216410

Insufficient strength in the fuel tank front mount may cause deformation upon severe frontal impact, resulting in cracks at the weld joint between the mount and tank, leading to fuel leakage. In …

Harley-Davidson FLHRC 2008–2009 Harley-Davidson FLHR 2008–2009 Harley-Davidson FLHTCU4-CVO 2008–2009 Harley-Davidson FLHTCU S/C 2008–2009 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUSE5CVO 2008–2009 +9 more
18 Dec 2009 93 units affected Ref JP-1124460

The front passenger seat does not comply with safety standards due to insufficient seat depth dimension.

Komatsu GD755-3 2004–2008
17 Dec 2009 1525 units affected Ref JP-2103910

In large tour bus interior lighting, the fixing method for interior light spacing and end covers is inadequate, creating a risk that these covers may detach due to vehicle vibration during operation.

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Ace 2007–2009 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Queen 2007–2009 Nissan - 2007–2009
17 Dec 2009 32 units affected Ref JP-1216400

Due to incorrect specification settings during vehicle manufacturing in the On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) control unit (DME), the OBD is configured in a non-functional state. When malfunctions related to the OBD occur, the …

ロールスロイス Phantom EWB 2006–2009
17 Dec 2009 9 units affected Ref JP-1216350

Certain vehicles have an incorrect part installed in the PCV (Positive Crankcase Ventilation) valve assembled in the engine. As a result, blowby gases generated in the engine crankcase are not properly reduced, …

Dodge JC 2008
17 Dec 2009 14 units affected Ref JP-1124470

The rear fog light illumination operation status indicator and electrical circuit are defective, preventing display of the operation status. Additionally, the rear fog light illuminates when the headlight or front fog light …

Nissan Paramedic 2000–2009

Mitsubishi: Axle

Fire risk
17 Dec 2009 1664 units affected Ref JP-1124430

Improper manufacturing of the rear tandem axle housing (non-drive axle) on heavy-duty trucks with dual rear axles may result in cracks developing at the weld. Continued operation in this condition could lead …

Mitsubishi Fuso 2001–2002
15 Dec 2009 105 units affected Ref JP-1216380

The cooling hose between the radiator and water pump has insufficient strength due to improper manufacturing process. Continued use may cause the upper cooling hose to repeatedly expand and contract, loosening the …

BMW BMW F650 GS 2008–2009 BMW BMW F800GS 2008–2009
15 Dec 2009 164 units affected Ref JP-1216370

Due to improper routing of the front brake hose, the brake hose may contact the front tire during operation. Continued use in this condition may result in brake hose damage, potentially leading …

ビューエル XB12Ss Lightning 2008–2009
15 Dec 2009 10707 units affected Ref JP-1124440

The main harness routed between the cab and frame is improperly positioned, causing contact with the cab tilt torsion bar in some vehicles. Continued operation in this condition may result in harness …

Nissan Condor 2003–2009
11 Dec 2009 27 units affected Ref JP-1124420

On LPG-type forklifts equipped with heaters, the hose clamp securing the heater piping is installed at an improper angle. This can cause the LPG pipe and hose clamp to interfere during engine …

Toyota Toyota Geneo 2006–2009
10 Dec 2009 55 units affected Ref JP-2203900

Due to improper programming in the electric power steering control unit, steering effort correction may not function. This could result in increased steering wheel operating force.

Renault Scenic 2006–2007

Renault: Steering Gearbox

Steering
10 Dec 2009 105 units affected Ref JP-1216240

The pinion shaft retaining nut in the steering gear of the steering system has improper machining, which may cause the nut's clamping force to decrease during use. Consequently, the nut may gradually …

Renault Koleos 2009
8 Dec 2009 37 units affected Ref JP-1216330

The electrical wiring for the alternator of the engine is improperly secured, resulting in gaps between the electrical wiring and the fixing clamp in some vehicles. Continued use in this condition may …

Nissan 1997–1998
8 Dec 2009 2 units affected Ref JP-1124400

In the brake system, improper routing of hydraulic piping may interfere with the control valve when optional equipment is installed. Continued use in this condition may result in damage to the piping …

小松 - 2007–2008

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.