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 Sep 2009 539 units affected Ref JP-1216100

The front brake reservoir tank has insufficient vibration evaluation near the engine's maximum rpm. During extended continuous operation near maximum engine rpm, vehicle vibration may cause air bubbles to form in the …

BMW BMW K1300GT 2008–2009 BMW BMW K1300R 2008–2009 BMW BMW K1300S 2008–2009
11 Sep 2009 649 units affected Ref JP-1123750

Certain shovel loaders have insufficient strength in the accelerator pedal pivot point or improper accelerator pedal mounting position. Repeated accelerator operation may cause the pivot point to fracture, resulting in loss of …

Yanmar V2-3B 2007–2009 Yanmar V3-6 2007–2009 Yanmar V4-6 2007–2009 Yanmar V5-1 2007–2009 コべルコ LK40Z-5 2007–2009 +1 more
10 Sep 2009 12674 units affected Ref JP-1123790

The check valve of the fuel evaporative emission control device has insufficient durability, and cracks may develop during prolonged use. If operation continues in this condition, fuel evaporative gas may leak into …

Daihatsu Rocky 1990–1997

Volvo: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
9 Sep 2009 27455 units affected Ref JP-1216040

The fuel pump upper component is made of inappropriate material. Due to aging and operational environment exposure, cracks may develop in the pipe section within the upper flange of the pump. In …

Volvo Volvo S60 2002–2005 Volvo Volvo S80 2002–2005 Volvo Volvo V70 2002–2005 Volvo Volvo XC70 2002–2005 Volvo Volvo XC90 2002–2005
8 Sep 2009 6676 units affected Ref JP-1123650

The fuel return pipe mounting structure in the engine fuel system is inadequate, causing elevated stress at the pipe attachment point due to engine vibration. Continued use may result in pipe cracking …

Mitsubishi Galant 2007–2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 2007–2009
7 Sep 2009 37 units affected Ref JP-1123744

The propeller shaft protective cover mounting portion has insufficient strength, which may cause cracks to develop at the mounting points due to engine vibration and similar factors. If operation continues in this …

Komatsu FD35 2008–2009 Komatsu FD35N 2008–2009 Komatsu FG40N 2008–2009
7 Sep 2009 23 units affected Ref JP-1123743

The battery harness connected to the alternator has improper connection method, causing the connection to loosen. Continued use in this condition may result in the battery not charging, and in worst case, …

Komatsu FD35 2008–2009 Komatsu FD35N 2008–2009
7 Sep 2009 14 units affected Ref JP-1123742

Due to improper design of the headlight electrical wiring, the driving beam fails to illuminate while the low beam illuminates instead.

Komatsu FD35 2008–2009 Komatsu FD35N 2008–2009

Komatsu: Brake Light

Brakes
7 Sep 2009 37 units affected Ref JP-1123741

The contact layout between the brake pedal and brake light switch is improper, which may cause the internal contacts of the switch to fracture. As a result, the brake light may fail …

Komatsu FD35 2008–2009 Komatsu FD35N 2008–2009 Komatsu FG40N 2008–2009
3 Sep 2009 64 units affected Ref JP-1216060

The rear wheel may develop cracks on the inside of the hub due to improper heat treatment. Continued use in this condition may result in hub failure, loss of vehicle stability, and …

Harley-Davidson FLHX 2008–2009 Harley-Davidson FLTR3 CVO 2008–2009 Harley-Davidson FLTR Road Glide 2008–2009
2 Sep 2009 2770 units affected Ref JP-1216030

The air spoiler attachment points have insufficient structural strength, which can cause cracks due to negative pressure during high-speed driving. Continued use may result in breakage of the affected area, and in …

Volkswagen VW Touareg 3.6 V6 Air Suspension 2007–2009 Volkswagen VW Touareg 4.2 V8 Air Suspension 2007–2009
1 Sep 2009 81 units affected Ref JP-1216092

②The turbocharger control program of the engine is inappropriate. During gear shifting in automatic transmission mode under high exhaust pressure conditions, black smoke may be generated.

Hino Hino Scania 2007–2009
1 Sep 2009 225 units affected Ref JP-1216091

① The tie rod adjust sleeve has improper machining and surface treatment, which can cause thread damage and loose fitting. If use continues in this condition, the tie rod end may disengage …

Hino Hino Scania 2005–2009

Unknown: Axle

Wheel / axle
28 Aug 2009 10 units affected Ref JP-1123730

Trailer axles have insufficient penetration in welding due to inadequate process control in the automated welding equipment used to manufacture the axles. In some vehicles, this results in incomplete weld fusion. Cracks …

不明 Powder/Granule Transport Semi-trailer 1995–1997

Shimmeiva: Axle

Wheel / axle
28 Aug 2009 63 units affected Ref JP-1123720

Trailer axles manufactured using automated welding equipment with insufficient process control exhibit inadequate weld penetration in some vehicles. This can cause cracks to develop in the affected axles. Continued operation may lead …

シンメイワ Bulk Semi-trailer 1995–1998

Kokutoh: Axle

Wheel / axle
28 Aug 2009 87 units affected Ref JP-1123710

Trailer axles have insufficient process control in the automated welding equipment used to manufacture the axles, resulting in incomplete weld penetration in some vehicles. This can cause cracks to develop in the …

極東 Powder/Granule Transport Semi-trailer 1994–1997

Tokyu: Axle

Wheel / axle
28 Aug 2009 6905 units affected Ref JP-1123700

Trailer axles manufactured using an automatic welding machine with insufficient process control exhibit inadequate weld penetration in some vehicles. This can cause cracks to develop in the affected axles. Continued operation in …

東急 Container Semi-trailer 1994–1997 東急 Container Full-trailer 1994–1997 東急 Tank Full-trailer 1994–1997 東急 Dump Full-trailer 1994–1997 東急 Van Full-trailer 1994–1997 +3 more
28 Aug 2009 241 units affected Ref JP-1123690

Certain van-type vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of 7 tonnes or more were shipped equipped with a rear underrun protection device rated for vehicles under 7 tonnes gross vehicle weight, …

Isuzu Elf 2005–2009 Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 2005–2009 Nissan Atlas 2005–2009 Nissan Condor 2005–2009
28 Aug 2009 227 units affected Ref JP-1123680

The mounting position of the rear reflector is inappropriate, resulting in the vehicle's outermost dimension not conforming to safety standards.

Isuzu Elf 1998–2009
28 Aug 2009 662 units affected Ref JP-1123660

In certain bulk-cargo trailers, some vehicles have insufficient margin in the radius rod bracket strength relative to the operating environment, which may cause cracking in the radius rod bracket. Continued use in …

東急 Scrap Semi-trailer 2004–2009 東急 Dump Semi-trailer 2004–2009
27 Aug 2009 1539 units affected Ref JP-1216080

The rear brake pipe located under the floor in front of the right rear wheel has an improperly shaped sound insulation material on the underside of the underbody cover, which can allow …

Jaguar XJ6 2003–2004 Jaguar XJ8 3.5 2003–2004 Jaguar XJ8 4.2 2003–2004 Jaguar XJR Super V8 2003–2004
25 Aug 2009 7135 units affected Ref JP-1123670

In large tractors equipped with air spring suspension, the brackets securing the rear lighting fixtures and reflective plates have insufficient strength. When the vehicle is operated without a trailer and repeatedly traverses …

Isuzu GIGA 2003–2009
25 Aug 2009 42 units affected Ref JP-1123630

Some axle shafts have inadequate strength due to improper heat treatment. Continued use may result in shaft fracture in the worst case, leading to loss of driving capability.

Nissan - 2007

Mitsubishi: Other (Safety Lighting)

Loss of control
18 Aug 2009 24 units affected Ref JP-1123640

In work lights (non-driving lights) used while driving, due to incorrect wiring diagram instructions in the electrical circuit, the work lights illuminate simultaneously when the headlights are turned on.

Mitsubishi VG585 2008–2009 Mitsubishi VR698 2008–2009

Kobelco: Axle

Wheel / axle
18 Aug 2009 158 units affected Ref JP-1123582

1. Rear axle mounting bracket has insufficient rigidity. Bracket deflection during excavation operations can cause bracket cracking or rear axle mounting bolt fracture. Continued operation in this condition may result in rear …

コべルコ SK125W 2006–2009

Kobelco: Rear Axle

Wheel / axle
18 Aug 2009 158 units affected Ref JP-1123581

The rear axle mounting bracket has insufficient rigidity. During excavation operations, bracket deflection can cause bracket cracking and failure of rear axle mounting bolts. Continued use in this condition may result in …

コべルコ SK125W 2006–2009
17 Aug 2009 6 units affected Ref JP-1123620

The high-frequency induction hardening range at the root of the propeller shaft slide yoke spline is inappropriate, resulting in some units with insufficient strength. Continued use may cause cracks to develop in …

Isuzu Elf 2008
14 Aug 2009 Ref 1073/09

Injuries — The product poses a risk of injuries because the fuel pressure regulator may become detached from the spigot within the fuel pump at high ambient temperatures. This would lead to …

Volvo 317 S80 (07-) / V70 (08-), engine B4204S4
11 Aug 2009 5 units affected Ref JP-1216070

The hook strength in the accelerator pedal module mounting bracket is insufficient for module assembly. Under heavy accelerator pedal pressure, the hook may deform. Continued use can cause twisting of the pedal …

ロールスロイス Phantom Drophead Coupe 2007–2009

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.