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

10559 recalls on record · page 239 of 352

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31 Jul 2008 27 units affected Ref JP-1121622

②The control arm of the automatic slack adjuster (component that automatically adjusts the clearance of the rotating portion of the primary braking device) is secured by an improper method, which may cause …

日通 Container Semi-trailer 2003–2006 日通 Semi-trailer 2003–2006 日通 Van Semi-trailer 2003–2006 日通 Full Semi-trailer 2003–2006
31 Jul 2008 26 units affected Ref JP-1121621

① The wheel hub outer bearing retaining force is insufficient, causing slippage at the press-fit surface and wheel hub wear in some units. Continued operation in this condition causes the clearance between …

日通 Container Semi-trailer 2003–2006 日通 Semi-trailer 2003–2006 日通 Van Semi-trailer 2003–2006 日通 Full Semi-trailer 2003–2006
31 Jul 2008 70 units affected Ref JP-1121612

The control arm of the automatic slack adjuster (component that automatically adjusts the gap of the rotating portion of the primary brake system) is fixed by an improper method, which may cause …

極東 Powder/Granule Transport Semi-trailer 1996–2002
31 Jul 2008 70 units affected Ref JP-1121611

①The wheel hub outer bearing retaining force is insufficient, causing slippage at the press-fit surface and wheel hub wear. Continued operation in this condition can increase the gap between the wheel hub …

極東 Powder/Granule Transport Semi-trailer 1996–2002

Nissan: —

Fire risk
29 Jul 2008 130 units affected Ref JP-1121590

The fuel pump in the burner head (combustion unit) of the cabin heater may have been manufactured improperly. If use continues in this condition, fuel may leak from the fuel pump, and …

Nissan 2005–2007
29 Jul 2008 248 units affected Ref JP-1121580

The fuel pump of the burner head (combustion unit) in the cabin heating combustion heater may have been manufactured improperly. Continued use in this condition may cause fuel to leak from the …

Hino Hino Blue Ribbon II 2005–2008 Hino Hino Blue Ribbon City 2005–2008 Hino Hino Poncho 2005–2008 Hino Hino Rainbow 2005–2008
29 Jul 2008 396 units affected Ref JP-1121570

Certain combustion-type heaters for in-cabin heating have improperly manufactured fuel pumps in the burner head (combustion unit). Continued use in this condition can result in fuel leakage from the fuel pump, and …

Hino Hino Rainbow II 2005–2006 Isuzu Erga 2005–2006 Isuzu Erga Mio 2005–2006 Isuzu Gala 2005–2006
29 Jul 2008 572 units affected Ref JP-1121560

Certain combustion-type heaters for in-cabin heating have improperly manufactured fuel pumps in the burner head. Continued use in this condition may cause fuel leakage from the pump, which in the worst case …

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero King 2001–2008 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Star 2001–2008 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Bus 2001–2008 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Bus or Aero Queen 2001–2008 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Midi 2001–2008
28 Jul 2008 222 units affected Ref JP-1121550

In the power transmission system, the bearing retainer bracket used in the forward-reverse selector lever linkage mechanism has insufficient strength. Repeated lever operation can cause loosening of the retainer bracket mounting bolts. …

サカイ T2-1 2005–2008
25 Jul 2008 75 units affected Ref JP-1215060

Improper fastening of electrical wiring for engine control computers causes interference with the radiator mount and radiator fan shroud. Continued operation risks wiring insulation damage and short circuits from vibration during driving, …

Volvo FH 2007
24 Jul 2008 11564 units affected Ref JP-1121530

In variable nozzle superchargers for the engine, failure of variable nozzle return causes turbocharger over-rotation, generating high stress and reducing service life in some units. Continued operation may result in turbocharger blade …

Hino Hino Profia 2004–2006
23 Jul 2008 1999 units affected Ref JP-1215050

An incorrect bolt was installed to secure the oil pump drive sprocket. When the cold engine is operated at high RPM, torque exceeding the bolt's clamping force may be applied. This causes …

Volkswagen VW Passat 3.2 V6 4Motion 2005–2007 Volkswagen VW Passat Wagon 3.2 V6 4Motion 2005–2007
23 Jul 2008 398 units affected Ref JP-1121520

The front axle has limited strength margin. Wear in the kingpin bore causes excessive clearance (play) between the kingpin bore and kingpin beyond service limits. Continued operation in this condition can result …

Mitsubishi Fuso Fighter 1997–2002

Renault: A/T

17 Jul 2008 584 units affected Ref JP-1215000

The connection between the gear selector lever and shift control cable lacks sufficient strength. Repeated shift operations may cause wear at this connection point. Continued use could result in progressive wear, potentially …

Renault Laguna 2.0 1998–2004 Renault Laguna 2.0 Wagon 1998–2004 Renault Laguna 3.0 1998–2004 Renault Laguna 3.0 Wagon 1998–2004
17 Jul 2008 237 units affected Ref JP-1121540

Due to improper programming in the automatic cruise control unit, when the driver applies the brake during operation of the constant-speed travel and inter-vehicle distance control automatic braking, or when the collision …

Honda Step WGN 2005–2008 Honda Step WGN Spada 2005–2008
17 Jul 2008 21177 units affected Ref JP-1121510

The engine control computer program that detects catalytic converter degradation in the exhaust system is inappropriate, potentially causing excessive oxygen concentration in the catalytic converter during degradation detection. Consequently, nitrogen oxide levels …

Honda Fit 2007–2008
17 Jul 2008 930 units affected Ref JP-1121500

Some brake hose retaining bracket bolts are insufficiently torqued. This can result in bolt loosening, bracket detachment, brake hose damage, brake fluid leakage, and reduced braking force.

Isuzu Elf 2006 Mazda Titan 2006 Nissan Atlas 2006 Nissan Condor 2006

Isuzu/Nissan/Mazda: Engine General

Loss of control
17 Jul 2008 2606 units affected Ref JP-1121490

In compressed natural gas vehicles, the engine electronic control unit (ECU) program was inappropriate (covered by previous recall notification number 1893). Excessive current flows through transistors in the electric drive unit (EDU) …

Isuzu Elf 2005–2008 Mazda Titan 2005–2008 Nissan Atlas 2005–2008 Nissan Condor 2005–2008
17 Jul 2008 67271 units affected Ref JP-1121480

The propeller shaft center bearing bracket lacks sufficient strength. During high-speed driving, cracks may develop in the bracket. If use continues in this condition, crack propagation may cause the bracket to fracture, …

Mitsubishi Fuso 1994–2008
17 Jul 2008 108071 units affected Ref JP-1121470

The adhesive surface of the vibration-damping rubber on the crankshaft pulley with vibration-damping rubber may delaminate. As a result, the ring (outer race) of the crankshaft pulley may detach, causing the alternator …

Subaru R1 2003–2007 Subaru R2 2003–2007 Subaru Stella 2003–2007
15 Jul 2008 23151 units affected Ref JP-1121440

The fastening torque of the bracket mounting bolts on the front wheel brake assembly is insufficient, which may cause bolt loosening. Continued operation in this condition risks bolt damage and detachment, potentially …

Hino Hino Profia 2005–2006
10 Jul 2008 147 units affected Ref JP-1121460

In vehicles equipped with driving assistance devices for manual brake pedal operation, certain brake link plates and shaft welds have insufficient strength for transmitting operating force. When the brake arm is pushed …

Honda Integra 1999–2006 Honda Step WGN 1999–2006 Honda Step WGN Spada 1999–2006 Honda Stream 1999–2006 Honda Fit 1999–2006 +1 more
10 Jul 2008 1412 units affected Ref JP-1121450

The mounting bracket for the rear wheel brake air line lacks sufficient structural strength. Cracks may develop in the bracket due to road input during driving. If use continues, the bracket may …

Nissan 2005–2008
4 Jul 2008 59 units affected Ref JP-1121420

Low-floor three-axle bulk trailer may develop cracks at the crossmember attachment point forward of the first axle due to insufficient frame strength. In worst case, running stability may be compromised.

フルハーフ - 2004–2008
3 Jul 2008 41121 units affected Ref JP-2103710

The accumulator for the hydraulic brake booster may have a damaged internal diaphragm due to improper manufacturing process procedures. Continued use in this condition can cause cracks in the diaphragm, reducing the …

Mitsubishi Pajero 1999–2003
3 Jul 2008 77 units affected Ref JP-1215042

A heat shield is not installed on a portion of the exhaust pipe (above the driver's left-side footrest). If the driver shifts their body weight rearward, their foot may contact the exhaust …

Honda SM450R IE 2008 Honda TE250 IE 2008 Honda TE450 IE 2008
3 Jul 2008 77 units affected Ref JP-1215041

The rear wheel brake hose has minimal clearance from the engine crankcase. Vibration during operation may cause the brake hose to contact the crankcase, resulting in damage. In the worst case, brake …

Honda SM450R IE 2008 Honda TE250 IE 2008 Honda TE450 IE 2008

Daihatsu: Door

Steering
3 Jul 2008 23044 units affected Ref JP-1121430

The door opening/closing lever on the rear sliding door outer handle may have been improperly press-fitted. This can cause the lever to fail to return when the door is closed, preventing the …

Daihatsu Atrai Wagon 2008 Daihatsu Hijet 2008 Daihatsu Hijet Deck Van 2008
3 Jul 2008 245165 units affected Ref JP-1121410

The crimping force on the electrical terminals connected to the alternator is insufficient, causing the crimped portion to oxidize and potentially break. This prevents battery charging, and continued operation may result in …

Mazda Scrum 2005–2007 Suzuki Every 2005–2007
2 Jul 2008 38 units affected Ref JP-1215030

The ignition system's high-voltage generation module has insufficient transistor durability. Repeated electrical loading may cause transistor failure, resulting in engine shutdown.

サーブ 9-5 2002–2003

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.