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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18 Apr 2008 639 units affected Ref JP-1121014

The routing of the traveling hydraulic hose is improper in some units, causing contact with the excavation equipment hose. Continued use in this condition may cause the hose to wear due to …

コべルコ SK125W 2006–2008
18 Apr 2008 639 units affected Ref JP-1121013

The excavation work device hose routing is improper, causing contact with the brake air hose in some cases. If operation continues in this condition, vibration of the vehicle body may cause the …

コべルコ SK125W 2006–2008
18 Apr 2008 639 units affected Ref JP-1121012

Improper routing of the travel hydraulic hose causes contact with the swivel joint pipe fitting in some units. Continued use in this condition can result in hose abrasion due to vehicle vibration, …

コべルコ SK125W 2006–2008
18 Apr 2008 639 units affected Ref JP-1121011

In the hydraulic piping for propulsion, there are instances where bolts securing the pipe brackets have insufficient fastening torque, and some pipe joints have insufficient strength. Vehicle vibration may cause these bolts …

コべルコ SK100W 1989–2008 コべルコ SK125W 1989–2008 神鋼 SK100W 1989–2008

Nissan: Fuel Tank

Fuel leak
17 Apr 2008 19462 units affected Ref JP-1214843

The fuel pump unit mounting area on the fuel tank has improper drilling, resulting in some units with oversized holes or sharp protrusions at the mounting point. Continued use may cause cracks …

Nissan Dualis 2007

Nissan: Steering Gearbox

Steering
17 Apr 2008 7940 units affected Ref JP-1214842

In the steering gear of the steering system, pinion shaft bearings may not be installed during the manufacturing process. As a result, the pinion shaft may not be securely retained, and in …

Nissan Dualis 2007

Nissan: Door

Steering
17 Apr 2008 16686 units affected Ref JP-1214841

On driver and front passenger door openings equipped with intelligent key, some exterior handles have oversized dimensions. When the door is opened, the handle may catch and fail to return to its …

Nissan Dualis 2007
17 Apr 2008 342 units affected Ref JP-1120990

Some propeller shaft yoke sections have insufficient weld strength. Continued use may cause cracking at the weld, and in the worst case, propeller shaft breakage resulting in loss of vehicle mobility.

Nissan - 1994–2007 Nissan Condor 1994–2007
17 Apr 2008 89 units affected Ref JP-1120970

An incorrect component was installed on the reflector for speedometer illumination, resulting in reduced brightness of the dial. This may make speed readings difficult during nighttime driving.

Suzuki Van Van 2007–2008
17 Apr 2008 1152 units affected Ref JP-1120962

The main harness of the power distribution panel is inadequately secured, causing interference with the relay box mounting bracket in some vehicles. Continued use may result in harness insulation damage, which in …

Isuzu Gala 2000–2005
17 Apr 2008 1643 units affected Ref JP-1120961

Some fuel tank support bracket mounting bolts are tightened to excessive torque, which may cause excessive stress at the tank bottom. Continued use in this condition may result in tank cracking and …

Isuzu Gala 1996–2005

Nissan: Door

Steering
17 Apr 2008 1136 units affected Ref JP-1120950

In the driver and front passenger door openings of vehicles equipped with Intelligent Key, some exterior door handles have oversized dimensions. When the door is opened, the handle may catch and fail …

Nissan Dualis 2007–2008

Isuzu: Gala

Fire risk
15 Apr 2008 906 units affected Ref JP-1121050

Inadequate waterproofing in the heating heat exchanger housing allows moisture containing de-icing salt to infiltrate, causing electrical leakage at the blower motor harness connector. Continued operation can cause the connector to overheat …

Isuzu Isuzu Gala 2005–2008

Hino: Selega

Fire risk
15 Apr 2008 1794 units affected Ref JP-1121040

Inadequate waterproofing of the heating exchanger storage box allows moisture containing de-icing agent to enter, causing leakage current at the blower motor harness connector. Continued operation may cause the connector to overheat …

Hino Hino Selega 2005–2008
15 Apr 2008 49 units affected Ref JP-1121000

The adhesive joint of the mounting bracket that secures the inspection cover of the air conditioning unit mounted on the roof may separate. If use continues in this condition, the inspection cover …

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Ace 2007–2008 Nissan - 2007–2008

Ford: Cruise Control

Fire risk
14 Apr 2008 916 units affected Ref JP-1214710

The cruise control cancel switch mounted on the master cylinder has an inadequate seal structure inside the switch. Brake fluid can leak and contact internal electrical terminals, causing corrosion of the contacts. …

Ford Grand Marquis 1992–1998 Ford Town Car 1992–1998 Ford Mark VIII 1992–1998

Kubota: Clip Bottle/Nut

Wheel / axle
14 Apr 2008 920 units affected Ref JP-1120980

Some units have insufficient fastening torque on the left rear wheel mounting bolts and nuts. Continued use in this condition may result in left rear wheel detachment in the worst case.

Kubota F2100KL 2008 Kubota F2200KL 2008 Kubota KL225 2008 Kubota KL245 2008 Kubota KL265 2008 +25 more

Subaru: Sambar

Fire risk
14 Apr 2008 114232 units affected Ref JP-1120940

Some air conditioning compressor electromagnetic clutches have insufficient contact surface area on the engagement face with inadequate margin. When the compressor drive belt tension is excessively adjusted and the vehicle operates continuously …

Subaru Sambar 2005–2006
14 Apr 2008 50 units affected Ref JP-1120910

The fuel tank support bracket has insufficient strength. Cracks may develop in the support bracket due to vibration during driving or operation. Continued use could result in fuel leakage in worst-case scenarios.

T C M ZW220 2005–2007 T C M ZW250 2005–2007 T C M ZW310 2005–2007 日立 ZW220 2005–2007 日立 ZW250 2005–2007 +1 more
11 Apr 2008 25545 units affected Ref JP-1120860

In vehicles equipped with refrigerated or freezer bodies, the rear wheel tires may protrude outward beyond the vehicle body directly above them.

Mitsubishi Minicab 1999–2008 Nissan Clipper 1999–2008

Other: Other (Running Gear)

Wheel / axle
10 Apr 2008 110 units affected Ref JP-1214820

When moving a crane-equipped cart with the crane attachment installed within a work site, stress exceeding the fatigue limit of the material may occur in the third axle (spindle) section. If use …

その他 RTF120-5 1996–2007
10 Apr 2008 21 units affected Ref JP-1120930

In the assembly process of the steering cylinder, the hydraulic hose attachment position is improper. When the tires are tilted (leaning state) and the steering is turned sharply, the hydraulic hose may …

Komatsu GD755-3 2007 Komatsu GH320-3 2007
10 Apr 2008 170300 units affected Ref JP-1120900

The engine control computer's idle speed control program is improper. When the air conditioner is operated in high ambient temperatures and the vehicle continues high-speed driving at a constant speed, engine RPM …

Mazda Axela 2005–2007 Mazda Demio 2005–2007 Mazda Verisa 2005–2007
10 Apr 2008 136 units affected Ref JP-1120890

The vacuum pipe supplying negative pressure to the brake booster has an inappropriate shape, causing interference with the cabin. Continued use may result in the pipe fracturing due to vibration during operation, …

Mazda Titan 1995–2000
9 Apr 2008 4072 units affected Ref JP-1214750

The hose connected to the plastic air control valve (ventilation valve) on top of the fuel tank may be installed in a manner that induces stress on the valve. Continued use in …

Volkswagen VW Passat 2.8 V6 4Motion 2001–2004 Volkswagen VW Passat 4.0 W8 2001–2004 Volkswagen VW Passat Wagon 4.0 W8 2001–2004
9 Apr 2008 628239 units affected Ref JP-1120800

Due to improper fuel tank mounting to the vehicle body, repeated driving on roads that cause severe vehicle chassis torsion can concentrate stress near the left rear mounting bolt area of the …

Toyota Noah 2001–2007

Toyota: Computer (Engine)

Loss of control
9 Apr 2008 2623 units affected Ref JP-1120790

Due to improper engine control computer programming, when the accelerator pedal is depressed significantly during high-speed cruising with cruise control engaged, such as during overtaking, the system may misdiagnose a throttle malfunction, …

Toyota Noah 2007

Triumph: Shock Absorber

Wheel / axle
8 Apr 2008 135 units affected Ref JP-1214810

The seal section inside the shock absorber in the rear suspension may be damaged, allowing shock absorber oil to leak. This results in degraded damping function and, in worst case, may compromise …

Triumph Street Triple 2007
4 Apr 2008 6 units affected Ref JP-1120920

In the link mechanism that actuates the second-level cargo bed of vehicle transport semi-trailers, insufficient pin strength in the coupling pin can cause cracks to develop due to vibration during operation or …

アロー - 2003–2007 ユソーキ - 2003–2007 富士 - 2003–2007
3 Apr 2008 4186 units affected Ref JP-1214800

The connections between fuel hoses and pipes in the engine compartment are not securely fastened, and engine vibration may cause loosening of the connections. Continued use in this condition could result in …

Mercedes-Benz V350 2003–2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 2003–2007

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.