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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25 Apr 2007 260 units affected Ref JP-1118750

Insufficient strength in suspension links connecting the front axle and chassis may cause link fracture under high load during excavation operations. This can result in fracture of either left or right suspension …

日立 EX125WD-5 1999–2001

Nissan: Spring/Air Suspension

Wheel / axle
25 Apr 2007 1058 units affected Ref JP-1118740

The shim inserted between the front axle and right-side leaf spring to adjust cab height has improper thickness, causing the center pin to not seat securely on the front axle in some …

Nissan Condor 2004–2006
24 Apr 2007 68071 units affected Ref JP-2103540

Improper throttle cable assembly results in some vehicles having an inadequately installed waterproof boot on the fixed bracket at the throttle body. Repeated throttle operation can cause the boot to become caught …

Suzuki Address V125 2005–2007 Suzuki Address V50 2005–2007 Suzuki Let's 4 2005–2007
24 Apr 2007 4495 units affected Ref JP-1118760

On vehicles equipped with 4-axle air spring cushioning devices, the V-rod that secures the rear-rear axle to the frame has an inappropriate shape. Under lateral loads such as vehicle cornering at high …

Hino Hino Profia 2000–2003 Hino Hino Ranger 2000–2003
23 Apr 2007 60 units affected Ref JP-1118713

The muffler in the noise suppression system has insufficient strength, and cracks may develop due to exhaust gas pressure. Continued use allows cracks to propagate, potentially resulting in increased noise in severe …

Mitsubishi CT1400 2003–2007 Mitsubishi CT1600 2003–2007 Mitsubishi GCR140 2003–2007 Mitsubishi GCR160 2003–2007 Mitsubishi TA-C140 2003–2007 +1 more
23 Apr 2007 130 units affected Ref JP-1118712

In the fuel system, insufficient fuel tank strength can cause cracks to develop in the tank bottom plate due to fuel sloshing from vehicle body vibration during high-speed driving. Continued use may …

Mitsubishi CT1400 2003–2007 Mitsubishi CT1600 2003–2007 Mitsubishi GCR140 2003–2007 Mitsubishi GCR160 2003–2007 Mitsubishi TA-C140 2003–2007 +1 more
23 Apr 2007 130 units affected Ref JP-1118711

In the power transmission system, the working fluid tank of the hydrostatic transmission has insufficient structural strength. Vehicle vibration during high-speed driving causes the working fluid to slosh, which may result in …

Mitsubishi CT1400 2003–2007 Mitsubishi CT1600 2003–2007 Mitsubishi GCR140 2003–2007 Mitsubishi GCR160 2003–2007 Mitsubishi TA-C140 2003–2007 +1 more
20 Apr 2007 217 units affected Ref JP-1213920

The wiring of the On-Board Diagnosis System (OBD) for the carbon monoxide emission control device contains unconnected connections. As a result, when diagnosing and repairing failures of this device using a diagnostic …

Volvo FH 2005–2006
19 Apr 2007 14 units affected Ref JP-1118730

On vehicles equipped with a power gate at the rear, insufficient clearance exists between the spare tire hanger and the rear brake pipe. When driving over bumps or uneven surfaces, the hanger …

Mitsubishi Delica 1995–1999
19 Apr 2007 94 units affected Ref JP-1118720

In rear wheel primary brake wheel cylinders, improper piston machining has resulted in some pistons being machined with undersized outer diameters. This creates excessive clearance between the cylinder and piston. When the …

Mitsubishi Minicab 2007 Nissan Clipper 2007
18 Apr 2007 381551 units affected Ref JP-1118690

In four-wheel-drive cargo vehicles, the rear propeller shaft bearing material is inappropriate. During extended high-speed operation, lubricating oil reaches high temperatures, promoting chemical reaction between sulfur components in the oil and copper …

Mazda Scrum 2001–2007 Suzuki Every 2001–2007 Suzuki Carry 2001–2007
17 Apr 2007 1391 units affected Ref JP-1118640

Brake pipes with inadequate plating may develop rust on the pipe surface. Continued use risks perforation of the affected pipe, potentially resulting in brake fluid leakage and reduced braking force.

Kubota - 2003–2006
16 Apr 2007 1062 units affected Ref JP-1213954

The wiper motor's waterproof structure is inadequate, allowing water to enter the motor interior in some units. Continued use may cause electrical circuits within the motor to corrode, resulting in poor electrical …

Volkswagen VW Passat Variant 2.0 2005–2007 Volkswagen VW Passat Variant 2.0T 2005–2007 Volkswagen VW Passat Variant 3.2 V6 4Motion 2005–2007 Volkswagen VW Passat Sedan 2.0 2005–2007 Volkswagen VW Passat Sedan 2.0T 2005–2007 +1 more
16 Apr 2007 1271 units affected Ref JP-1213953

The connection between the brake vacuum pipe and intake manifold lacks sufficient strength, and cracks may develop at the connection due to engine vibration and similar stresses. Continued operation in this condition …

Volkswagen VW Passat Variant 2.0 2005–2007 Volkswagen VW Passat Variant 2.0T 2005–2007 Volkswagen VW Passat Variant 3.2 V6 4Motion 2005–2007 Volkswagen VW Passat Sedan 2.0 2005–2007 Volkswagen VW Passat Sedan 2.0T 2005–2007 +1 more
16 Apr 2007 1246 units affected Ref JP-1213952

The cover material of the control unit for high-intensity discharge headlights is inadequate, causing cracks to develop. Continued use allows water to enter the headlight, causing lens fogging, reduced luminous intensity, and …

Volkswagen VW Passat Variant 2.0 2005–2007 Volkswagen VW Passat Variant 2.0T 2005–2007 Volkswagen VW Passat Variant 3.2 V6 4Motion 2005–2007 Volkswagen VW Passat Sedan 2.0 2005–2007 Volkswagen VW Passat Sedan 2.0T 2005–2007 +1 more
16 Apr 2007 5432 units affected Ref JP-1213951

The mounting structure of the power connector for high-intensity discharge headlights is inadequate, resulting in some units not being securely attached. Continued use may cause the power connector to detach due to …

Volkswagen VW Passat Variant 2.0 2005–2007 Volkswagen VW Passat Variant 2.0T 2005–2007 Volkswagen VW Passat Variant 3.2 V6 4Motion 2005–2007 Volkswagen VW Passat Sedan 2.0 2005–2007 Volkswagen VW Passat Sedan 2.0T 2005–2007 +1 more
16 Apr 2007 2477 units affected Ref JP-1118700

The welding of the sun visor mounting bracket on the driver's side is improper, causing the weld to separate in some cases. If use continues in this condition, the sun visor may …

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Star 2001–2006 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Bus 2001–2006
16 Apr 2007 3995 units affected Ref JP-1118660

The engine rear support lacks sufficient structural strength. Repeated high-frequency cornering can cause cracks to develop in this support. Continued use in this condition may allow cracks to propagate, resulting in support …

Mitsubishi Fuso 1989–1996
16 Apr 2007 37464 units affected Ref JP-1118650

The glow relay coil specification in the engine starting assist device is inadequate, causing the coil to reach high temperatures during glow plug operation. With extended use, the relay coil may short …

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 2002–2007 Mitsubishi Fuso Canter Guts 2002–2007
13 Apr 2007 Ref 0316/07

Injuries — This product poses a serious risk of injuries because the two mass flywheel of a certain supplier can get damaged during extreme clutch engagements (jumping-back clutch pedal) because of a …

Volkswagen Volkswagen Passat; chassis range: WVW_3C_6E 000057 to WVW_3C_6E 048020 and WVW_3C_6P 000013 to WVW_3C_6P 022951; saloon motor vehicle manufactured by Volkswagen AG; Model Passat 2.0 TDI
12 Apr 2007 40 units affected Ref JP-1213960

Wheel bolts have improper machining, resulting in insufficient clamping force. Bolts may loosen, and if use continues, they may detach completely, potentially causing wheel separation in the worst case.

Bentley Arnage R 2005–2006 Bentley Arnage RL 2005–2006 Bentley Arnage T 2005–2006
12 Apr 2007 113001 units affected Ref JP-1118680

The weld material at the exhaust pipe weld joint is inappropriate, causing corrosion in some cases. Continued use may result in crack initiation, which can progress and increase noise levels. In the …

Nissan Serena 2005–2006
12 Apr 2007 5417 units affected Ref JP-1118670

The hydraulic control program in the control unit that manages the automatic transmission is inadequate, potentially causing insufficient lubrication of the transmission oil inside the automatic transmission. Continued use may result in …

Mazda Bongo 2003–2005 Mazda Bongo Brawny 2003–2005 Mitsubishi Delica 2003–2005 Nissan Vanette 2003–2005
12 Apr 2007 13870 units affected Ref JP-1118580

Excessive cooling performance of the engine causes slow warm-up, resulting in condensation of moisture contained in blow-by gas generated from the engine. This allows large quantities of water to mix into the …

Yamaha Grand Majesty YP250G 2004–2005

Moto Guzzi: Steering Hawk

Steering
10 Apr 2007 123 units affected Ref JP-1213970

The fork bottom yoke that press-fits the steering shaft in the front fork has been manufactured improperly, which may cause cracks to develop in the yoke. Continued use in this condition can …

モト・グッツィ California 1100 2002–2004
10 Apr 2007 73 units affected Ref JP-1118570

Incorrect reinforcement components have been installed on the fuel tank support bracket (tank support), and welding on the tank support is defective in some vehicles. Continued use in this condition may cause …

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Star 2004–2006
6 Apr 2007 2 units affected Ref JP-1118620

The valve material and dimensions inside the ASR (Anti-Spin Regulator) valve, which is installed to prevent drive-wheel slipping, are inappropriate. Due to aging caused by air pressure on the valve's rear surface …

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero King 1995–1996 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Queen 1995–1996
6 Apr 2007 16 units affected Ref JP-1118610

In the power transmission system, the weld between the propeller shaft pipe and spline shaft has insufficient fatigue strength. Repeated aggressive acceleration or hill starts may cause cracks to develop at this …

Mitsubishi Fuso 1984–1989
6 Apr 2007 2 units affected Ref JP-1118600

On large buses equipped with a fluid retarder (auxiliary braking device), the propeller shaft connection (end yoke) structure is inadequate. The bearing retention stopper on the universal joint (spider) fitted to the …

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Queen 1999–2000
6 Apr 2007 44 units affected Ref JP-1118590

The rear hub flange root lacks sufficient strength. Cracks may develop in this area following repeated high-frequency turning maneuvers. In early production vehicles, stress concentration caused by concurrent manufacturing defects near the …

Mitsubishi Fuso 1989–1998

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.