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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11 Dec 2008 930 units affected Ref JP-1215380

If a large volume of rainwater or similar moisture enters the exterior rear-view mirror adjustment switch, the electrical circuit board within the switch may short circuit, and in the worst case, the …

Renault Scenic 2000–2001

Mitsubishi: Common Rail

Fire risk
11 Dec 2008 2811 units affected Ref JP-1122340

In the fuel injection system, improper machining of the fuel supply pump during manufacturing causes internal cracks in the pump, leading to fuel leakage that mixes with engine oil. Continued operation in …

Mitsubishi Fuso 2008
11 Dec 2008 109167 units affected Ref JP-1122240

The accelerator pedal lower end shape is improper. Repeated forceful depression of the accelerator pedal to the floor can create holes in the floor mat. In the worst case, the accelerator pedal …

Daihatsu Hijet 2004–2007 Daihatsu Hijet Deck Van 2004–2007
11 Dec 2008 2264 units affected Ref JP-1122230

In liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) vehicles, the fuel gas filling hose may develop surface cracks during use due to inappropriate hose material. Continued use may cause cracks to propagate, resulting in potential …

Daihatsu Hijet 1999–2006 Daihatsu Hijet Deck Van 1999–2006
9 Dec 2008 9 units affected Ref JP-1215330

At the rear suspension attachment point, the mounting bolt has inadequate strength due to improper heat treatment processing. Impact from road surfaces may cause bolt fracture, resulting in unstable vehicle attitude and …

Triumph Sprint ST 1050 ABS 2008
9 Dec 2008 52047 units affected Ref JP-1122280

During assembly of the brake light switch, insulating lubricating oil adhering to work gloves caused trace amounts of lubricant to enter the switch contact points, potentially generating insulating deposits on the contacts. …

Mitsubishi Outlander 2005–2008 Mitsubishi Grandis 2005–2008
8 Dec 2008 55156 units affected Ref JP-2103750

Contact pressure management during manufacturing of the brake start relay and side stand relay is inadequate, resulting in some units with low contact pressure. Consequently, vibration during driving may cause contact failure, …

Suzuki Address V125 2006–2008
8 Dec 2008 666 units affected Ref JP-1215350

Headlight fixture bodies may detach from or damage the optical axis adjustment mechanism due to improper resin material used for adhesive bonding. This may prevent drivers from confirming traffic obstacles during night …

Ford Mustang 2006–2007
8 Dec 2008 33 units affected Ref JP-1122320

In the braking system of powder/granule transport semi-trailers, the adapter connecting the ABS modulator to the air chamber may be installed in reverse orientation. As a result, the adapter may loosen due …

極東 Powder/Granule Transport Semi-trailer 2008
5 Dec 2008 28 units affected Ref JP-1122200

In the brake hydraulic circuit of the power transmission device, due to machining defects in the inner sleeve mounting section (transfer cover) that forms the circuit, some units have the inner sleeve …

ニチユ Trinka 2007–2008
4 Dec 2008 6022 units affected Ref JP-1122310

The clutch diaphragm spring actuating stroke is set improperly to press the clutch disk against the flywheel. When the clutch pedal is fully depressed in cold conditions, excessive force may be applied …

Mazda Axela 2003–2006

Nissan: Brake light

Brakes
4 Dec 2008 145137 units affected Ref JP-1122270

Improper lubricant used during brake light bulb socket manufacturing generates insulation on the bulb contact points, causing heat generation and resin deformation that may result in the brake light failing to illuminate.

Nissan Tiida 2004–2007

Nissan/Suzuki: Wiring

Loss of control
4 Dec 2008 252314 units affected Ref JP-1122260

Certain electrical wiring harnesses have inappropriately sized main and sub earth lines. Engine vibration may cause both earth lines to fracture, resulting in engine stall and inability to restart.

Nissan Serena 2005–2008 Suzuki Landy 2005–2008
3 Dec 2008 174 units affected Ref JP-1215370

Vehicles equipped with adaptive headlights are not equipped with headlight washers. As a result, they do not comply with road vehicle safety standards.

BMW 325i 2008 BMW 325i Touring 2008

BMW: Airbag

Airbag
3 Dec 2008 1484 units affected Ref JP-1215360

Due to improper airbag ECU programming, the front seat airbags may deploy inadvertently when the parking brake is engaged.

BMW X5 3.0 2001–2002 BMW X5 4.4 2001–2002
3 Dec 2008 2362 units affected Ref JP-1215340

Some speedometer needle retention components lack sufficient strength, which may cause the needle to become detached during use, resulting in incorrect speed indication.

Citroen C5 2001–2007
3 Dec 2008 47 units affected Ref JP-1215320

The windshield mounted on the front of the vehicle is fastened improperly, which may cause it to detach due to wind pressure during high-speed driving.

ビューエル XB12XT Ulysses 2008
2 Dec 2008 502 units affected Ref JP-1215400

The front-wheel brake line geometry is inadequate, potentially causing stress at both ends of the line due to vibration during operation. This may result in crack formation at the affected area due …

BMW R1200GS 2007–2008 BMW R1200GS-A 2007–2008
2 Dec 2008 180 units affected Ref JP-1122180

In LPG-specification engine forklifts, certain fuel hoses have defective fusion in the inner rubber layer. This may cause LPG leakage.

小松 2006–2007
27 Nov 2008 1 units affected Ref JP-1122250

In the brake booster of rail-road dual-use vehicles, defective welding of vacuum piping and incorrect vacuum hoses have been installed. As a result, insufficient negative pressure supply may occur, and in the …

Hino Hino Dutro 2008

Toyota: Other (Engine)

Fire risk
26 Nov 2008 923 units affected Ref JP-1122160

Fire trucks equipped with engine block heaters (cold-start performance enhancement devices) have insulation caps on the terminals with insufficient heat resistance. Repeated prolonged energization over extended periods causes the cap to degrade, …

Toyota Toyota Dyna 200 1988–1999
19 Nov 2008 53814 units affected Ref JP-1215290

Due to improper material selection, cracks may develop in the coil body of the engine ignition coils. As a result, the voltage of the affected coil may not reach the required ignition …

Audi A3 1.8 T 2000–2006 Audi A4 1.8 T Quattro 2000–2006 Audi A4 2.0 2000–2006 Audi A4 3.0 Quattro 2000–2006 Audi A4 Avant 1.8 T Quattro 2000–2006 +22 more
19 Nov 2008 15 units affected Ref JP-1122170

Vehicles manufactured under the old emissions standard after the enforcement date of strengthened emissions regulations (September 2007) do not comply with Road Transport Vehicle Safety Standards.

Suzuki ST250 2007 Suzuki Address V50 2007 Suzuki Vexstar 2007 Suzuki Skywave 2007 Suzuki Choinori 2007 +3 more
18 Nov 2008 243 units affected Ref JP-1122140

In the variable nozzle turbocharger of large tour bus engines, insufficient turbine blade strength may cause turbine blade fracture due to resonance at high rotational speeds. Continued operation in this condition may …

Isuzu Isuzu Gala 2005–2006
18 Nov 2008 548 units affected Ref JP-1122130

The variable-nozzle turbocharger on the engine of large tour buses has insufficient turbine blade strength, which can cause turbine blade fracture due to resonance at high RPM. Continued operation may result in …

Hino Hino Selega 2005–2006
18 Nov 2008 109 units affected Ref JP-1122090

On vehicles equipped with electronic control suspension, the coil spring for the front wheel has an improper shape, causing the coating to peel and corrode at points where the spring rubs against …

Mitsubishi Dignity 1999–2001 Mitsubishi Proudia 1999–2001
18 Nov 2008 316 units affected Ref JP-1122080

Due to improper machining of the fuel pipe, some pipes have developed scratches. Continued use may result in crack formation and fuel leakage.

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Star 2007–2008 Nissan 2007–2008
18 Nov 2008 4104 units affected Ref JP-1122070

Due to improper processing of the fuel pipe, some pipes have developed scratches. Continued use may result in cracking and potential fuel leakage.

Mitsubishi 2005–2008 Nissan 2005–2008
17 Nov 2008 151 units affected Ref JP-1215260

The clutch position detection sensor in the semi-automatic transmission of the power transmission system has insufficient heat resistance. When temperature rises near the sensor, clutch position detection may become impossible. As a …

Ferrari F612Scaglietti F1 2004–2007
14 Nov 2008 18 units affected Ref JP-1215310

An incorrect component was installed in the license plate light, which may not comply with road transport vehicle safety standards.

ロールスロイス Phantom Drophead Coupe 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.