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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Hitachi: Clip Bottle/Nut

Wheel / axle
31 Jan 2008 148 units affected Ref JP-1120510

Some front wheel hub and hydraulic drive motor fastening points have paint coating applied. Continued use in this condition may cause paint film deformation or peeling, leading to loosening of fastening bolts …

日立 - 1995–2005

Nissan: Fuel Gauge

Loss of control
31 Jan 2008 86633 units affected Ref JP-1120490

Due to an inadequate fuel gauge circuit design, heat from the instrument illumination causes repeated thermal expansion of the circuit board inside the gauge, potentially causing circuit fracture. This can result in …

Nissan Elgrand 2002–2004

Nissan/Isuzu: Door

Loss of control
31 Jan 2008 321 units affected Ref JP-1120480

In vehicles equipped with two-panel folding automatic doors, some units have insufficient gear case strength due to improper machining of the automatic door open/close mechanism's gear case. Repeated automatic door operation can …

Isuzu Journey 2005–2007 Nissan Civilian 2005–2007
29 Jan 2008 1320 units affected Ref JP-1120460

The throttle position sensor mounted on the throttle body has insufficient bond strength between the case and cover. During sensor installation, tightening force may cause cracks in the bonded area. This allows …

Yamaha XJR1300 2006–2007
29 Jan 2008 17681 units affected Ref JP-1120430

The gasket material in the engine low-pressure fuel line connector is inadequate, causing fine cracks to develop on the gasket surface during bolt fastening. Continued use allows these cracks to propagate, potentially …

Nissan 2004–2007
28 Jan 2008 975 units affected Ref JP-1214510

Due to an inappropriate engine control program, an incorrect signal may be transmitted to the air conditioning control computer at engine start. As a result, the defrost function (device for removing condensation …

Volvo Volvo XC90 2006–2007
28 Jan 2008 29 units affected Ref JP-1120500

In tank semi-trailers, the steel auxiliary frame supporting the rear axle suspension lacks sufficient strength. Repetitive loads during operation may cause cracks to develop in the frame. Continued use could result in …

東急 Tank Semi-trailer 2006–2007
24 Jan 2008 289 units affected Ref JP-1214580

The brake light switch contacts have insufficient electrical capacity for the load. When the brake system is actuated, the contacts weld, causing: ① the brake lights to remain illuminated continuously. Continued use …

Honda Crossroad 1994–1998
24 Jan 2008 1723 units affected Ref JP-1120450

In compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) vehicles, a carbonized deposit film may form on the contact points of the relay that actuates the gas shutoff valve, increasing …

Daihatsu Hijet 2005–2007
24 Jan 2008 1017 units affected Ref JP-1120420

Some fuel tank mounting brackets have insufficient strength. Cracks may develop in these brackets due to vehicle vibration and other factors, and in the worst case, the fuel tank may detach.

Mitsubishi Fuso Fighter 1993–2005 Mitsubishi Fuso Fighter Mini Yoyon 1993–2005
23 Jan 2008 4013 units affected Ref JP-1214560

The heat shield component attached to the exhaust pipe has an improper shape, which may allow the operator's clothing hem to contact the unshielded portion of the exhaust pipe. In the worst …

Harley-Davidson XL1200R Sportster 2005–2007 Harley-Davidson XL50 Sportster 2005–2007 Harley-Davidson XL883L Sportster 2005–2007 Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster 2005–2007 Harley-Davidson XL883 Sportster 2005–2007
23 Jan 2008 15465 units affected Ref JP-1214550

The brake light switch contact points are improperly configured, causing them to weld and burn or thermally deform when the braking system operates. Continued use may result in the brake lights remaining …

Volkswagen VW Lupo 1.4 2001–2005 Volkswagen Volkswagen Polo GTI 2001–2005
22 Jan 2008 158 units affected Ref JP-1120470

In the hydraulic transmission's hydraulic hose, some units are improperly bent during assembly. Continued use may cause cracks to develop near the hose ferrule, leading to hydraulic fluid leakage and potential loss …

Komatsu WA100-5 2007
22 Jan 2008 440 units affected Ref JP-1120440

In the steering system, the drag link that transmits steering force from the steering gearbox to the front wheels has an improper shape, causing high stress to concentrate on the threaded portion …

昭信 3S-C518 2002–2006 昭信 3S-C521 2002–2006

Hino: Engine - Other

Brakes
22 Jan 2008 938 units affected Ref JP-1120410

In the engine retarder (compression release brake), the exhaust valve operating range may become excessive, causing interference between the valve and piston, resulting in abnormal engine noise or vibration. Continued operation may …

Hino Hino Profia 2007

Other: Fuel Tank

Loss of control
21 Jan 2008 39 units affected Ref JP-1214570

The fuel tank band securing the fuel tank to the vehicle body has insufficient strength, and may break due to vibration during driving. This could cause the fuel tank to detach while …

その他 - 2006–2007

Full-air suspension: Axle

Wheel / axle
21 Jan 2008 74 units affected Ref JP-1120400

On semi-trailers equipped with air suspension, certain axles have insufficient torsional strength. During cornering, excessive stress develops on the upper surface of the axle below the spring seat (spring support base mounted …

フルハーフ 1997–2000
15 Jan 2008 103 units affected Ref JP-1214500

The license plate holder bracket has an improper shape, which may cause cracks to develop due to vibration during operation. If use continues in this condition, the bracket may fracture and, in …

Ducati Hypermotard 1100 S 2007

Mitsubishi: Shock Absorber

Fire risk
11 Jan 2008 2 units affected Ref JP-1120370

In the vehicle height adjustment device of the air spring-type shock absorber for low-floor dual rear axle vehicles, the shock absorber stopper function is insufficient. During cargo handling operations and similar work, …

Mitsubishi Fuso 1998
11 Jan 2008 99 units affected Ref JP-1120350

Insufficient clearance between rear wheel tire and fender may cause tire contact with fender when driving on rough roads or uneven surfaces.

Mitsubishi Fuso Fighter 2005–2007
11 Jan 2008 76 units affected Ref JP-1120340

Insufficient clearance between rear tires and fenders may cause tires to contact fenders when driving on rough roads or uneven surfaces.

Mitsubishi Fuso Fighter 2005–2007
11 Jan 2008 3563 units affected Ref JP-1120300

Some vehicles have option-related nameplates (caution plates, operation plates, etc.) affixed to the right-side glass of the driver's seat, which do not conform to Road Transport Vehicle Safety Standards. This may obstruct …

日立 EX100W 1972–2007 日立 EX100WD 1972–2007 日立 EX100WD-2 1972–2007 日立 EX100WD-3 1972–2007 日立 EX100WD-3C 1972–2007 +13 more

BMW: Fuel Tank

Fuel leak
26 Dec 2007 15 units affected Ref JP-1214530

Improper welding at the junction between the fuel tank and filler neck pipe may cause fuel leakage when refueling.

BMW MINI Cooper 2007 BMW MINI One 2007

Iveco: Other (Steering)

Steering
26 Dec 2007 9 units affected Ref JP-1214520

Some steering shafts have insufficient strength. When driven on rough terrain, cracks may develop at the joint. Continued use could lead to joint failure, and in the worst case, loss of steering …

イベコ Esro Fire 150 E28 2005–2006
26 Dec 2007 39 units affected Ref JP-1120390

In transmissions equipped with a Power Take-Off (PTO) device, the bearing strength between the countershaft and PTO gear is insufficient. The bearing may fail during PTO operation. Continued use risks allowing drive …

Isuzu Forward 2007
25 Dec 2007 558 units affected Ref JP-1120380

In slope-type wheelchair accessible vehicles, the wheelchair securing wire is prone to twisting, causing the cover that holds the wire to the pulley to shift, potentially allowing the wire to slip off …

Mazda AZ-Wagon 2003 Suzuki Wagon R 2003
25 Dec 2007 2 units affected Ref JP-1120360

Some fuel return piping has insufficient weld strength. Continued use may cause cracks to develop at the weld joint due to engine vibration, potentially resulting in fuel leakage in worst-case scenarios.

Komatsu WA500-6 2007

TCM: Wheel

Wheel / axle
25 Dec 2007 2 units affected Ref JP-1120330

On vehicles equipped with front dual-wheel solid tires (tires filled with rubber instead of air), the front outer disc wheel welding has insufficient strength and may develop cracks. If the vehicle continues …

T C M FB25-17 2004
25 Dec 2007 211 units affected Ref JP-1120320

In large buses, the aerodynamic deflector panel attached to the vehicle body beside the right-side rear-view mirror has an inappropriate shape, resulting in some vehicles exceeding a total width of 2.5 meters.

Hino Hino Selega 1989–2005 Hino Hino Blue Ribbon 1989–2005 Hino Hino Blue Ribbon City 1989–2005
25 Dec 2007 879 units affected Ref JP-1120310

In large buses, the aerodynamic deflector plate attached to the vehicle body beside the right-side rear-view mirror has an inappropriate shape, resulting in some vehicles exceeding a total width of 2.5 meters.

Hino 1993–2005 Isuzu 1993–2005 Mitsubishi 1993–2005 Nissan 1993–2005

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.