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 Jul 2006 268570 units affected Ref JP-1116990

The crankshaft position sensor has defects in the resin body molding, resulting in insufficient connector lock engagement in some units and inadequate O-ring sealing in others. Engine oil gradually infiltrates the sensor …

Toyota bB 2001 Toyota bB OPEN DECK 2001 Toyota WiLL Vi 2001 Toyota Vitz 2001 Toyota Corolla 2001 +5 more

Hino/Toyota: Wiring

Loss of control
18 Jul 2006 1661 units affected Ref JP-1116960

The bracket connecting the ground wire of the engine electronic control unit (engine ground bracket) has insufficient strength. Engine vibration causes the bracket to resonate and crack. Continued use may result in …

Hino Hino Dutro 2004–2005 Toyota Toyota Dyna 200 2004–2005
13 Jul 2006 617 units affected Ref JP-2103220

Certain one-man buses with a passenger entrance between the front and rear axles lack rear wheel entrapment prevention devices, resulting in insufficient ground clearance at the lower body edge to meet the …

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Midi 2000–2006
13 Jul 2006 2 units affected Ref JP-1213180

The bonding between the metal plate and rubber on the outer circumference of the bush at the lower mounting point of the rear shock absorber may be defective, causing the metal plate …

BMW Alpina Alpina B7 2006
13 Jul 2006 813 units affected Ref JP-1213170

The metal plate on the outer circumference of the bushing at the lower mounting point of the rear shock absorber may separate due to improper bonding between the metal plate and rubber. …

BMW 525i 2006 BMW 525i Touring 2006 BMW 530i 2006 BMW 530i Touring 2006 BMW 540i 2006 +10 more
13 Jul 2006 2 units affected Ref JP-1213160

The bonding process between the metal plate and rubber on the outer periphery of the bush at the lower mounting point of the rear shock absorber is improper, and the metal plate …

ロールスロイス Phantom EWB 2006
12 Jul 2006 3163 units affected Ref JP-1213150

Insufficient lubricant application during front brake master cylinder piston assembly results in poor piston sliding performance in some units. Consequently, the brake lever return may be delayed when released, and in worst …

Harley-Davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster 2003–2005 Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster 883R 2003–2005

Peugeot: Body

Wheel / axle
11 Jul 2006 32 units affected Ref JP-1213190

Improper welding between the reinforcement plate for rear axle attachment to the vehicle body side member and the member itself causes looseness in some units. Continued use may result in loosening of …

Peugeot Peugeot 307 Féline Sport 2005
11 Jul 2006 331 units affected Ref JP-1116940

In torque converter automatic transmissions, some units have insufficient strength in the disc spring that reduces shock during forward/reverse gear shifts. Frequent forward/reverse shifting can cause this spring to fracture. If operation …

Mitsubishi Mitsubishi Forklift 2003–2005
11 Jul 2006 129 units affected Ref JP-1116930

In torque converter automatic transmissions, some units have insufficient strength in the disc spring that dampens shift shock during forward/reverse operations. With frequent forward/reverse shifting, this spring may fracture. Continued use can …

Nissan Nissan Forklift 2003–2005

Mitsubishi: Rear Axle

Wheel / axle
6 Jul 2006 64 units affected Ref JP-1116950

In the rear axle, improper machining of the frame axle support section results in the bush not being properly installed, creating a gap between the frame and axle mounting plate in some …

Mitsubishi Mitsubishi Forklift 2005
5 Jul 2006 10 units affected Ref JP-1116920

In air suspensions of semi-trailers equipped with lift-axle mechanisms (automatic axle lift during empty or light-load conditions), when the lifted axle descends, the valve introducing atmospheric pressure into the suspension lacks an …

極東 - 2003–2004

Full haft: Other (suspension)

Wheel / axle
5 Jul 2006 20 units affected Ref JP-1116910

In air suspension systems of semi-trailers equipped with lift axle mechanisms (which automatically raise the axle when unladen or lightly loaded), when the lifted axle descends, the valve that introduces atmospheric air …

フルハーフ - 2003–2005
4 Jul 2006 24236 units affected Ref JP-1116870

Due to improper processing of the rear leaf spring, the central portion of the spring may be locally deformed in some units. This causes elevated stress in the deformed area, leading to …

Toyota Hiace 2004–2006 Toyota Regius Ace 2004–2006
29 Jun 2006 196 units affected Ref JP-1116900

Certain units have insufficient strength due to improper welding between the clutch shaft and operating lever. Continued use in this condition may cause the weld to separate and slip due to repeated …

Isuzu GIGA 2004
29 Jun 2006 12129 units affected Ref JP-1116893

In spring-applied parking brake systems, the elbow section of tubing connecting the spring chamber and service brake chamber is made of unsuitable material, causing cracks to develop due to aging. Water may …

Isuzu GIGA 2000–2006
29 Jun 2006 12129 units affected Ref JP-1116892

In spring-type parking brake actuators, improper installation of the screw that retains the water ingress prevention cap allows water to enter the spring chamber, causing spring corrosion. This can result in spring …

Isuzu GIGA 2000–2006
29 Jun 2006 12129 units affected Ref JP-1116891

In spring-applied parking brake actuators, the screw design for the water ingress prevention cap is inadequate, allowing water to enter the spring chamber and cause rust. This can lead to spring fracture …

Isuzu GIGA 2000–2006

Honda: Brake light

Brakes
29 Jun 2006 124322 units affected Ref JP-1116880

The brake light and tail light bulbs are improperly mounted to their sockets. Vibration during driving causes the bulb terminals and socket terminals to rub against each other, generating wear debris that …

Honda Vamos Hobio 2002–2006 Honda Acty 2002–2006

Nissan: Fuel Hose/Pipe

Fuel leak
29 Jun 2006 6490 units affected Ref JP-1116840

Improper bolt torque specifications for engine fuel low-pressure line connectors result in inadequate sealing on some units. Continued operation in this condition may cause fuel leakage from the connector area due to …

Nissan - 2004–2006

Mitsubishi: Wiring

Brakes
26 Jun 2006 651 units affected Ref JP-1116860

In large buses, electrical wiring routing in the engine compartment is improper, causing interference with bolts that secure the muffler. Continued operation in this condition may result in wiring insulation damage and …

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Bus 1995–2000

Opel: Wiring

Fire risk
23 Jun 2006 142 units affected Ref JP-1213140

The heating element for freeze protection attached to the washer nozzle has insufficient sealing, allowing moisture to enter the interior. This can cause the heating wire to leak current and generate excessive …

オペル Signum 2004–2005 オペル Vectra 2004–2005 オペル Vectra Wagon/Signum 2004–2005
23 Jun 2006 204 units affected Ref JP-1116852

The engine cooling fan pulley has inadequate rust prevention treatment. When rainwater enters the engine compartment, the pulley may corrode prematurely. Continued operation in this condition causes fan belt wear and slackening, …

Komatsu WA80-3 2004–2006
23 Jun 2006 204 units affected Ref JP-1116851

The hydraulic hoses in the hydrostatic transmission have inadequate pressure resistance and improper installation angles. During cold-season operation and other low-temperature conditions, when working fluid viscosity increases and pressure rises, cracks may …

Komatsu WA100M-3 2004–2006 Komatsu WA80-3 2004–2006
21 Jun 2006 971 units affected Ref JP-1213030

The resin-made fuel pipe has insufficient heat resistance. Thermal degradation of the pipe may occur due to engine compartment heat, resulting in cracks. Continued use may cause crack propagation and fuel leakage.

Renault Scenic 1999–2001
21 Jun 2006 74086 units affected Ref JP-1116830

The protective material for preventing interference between electrical wiring and the instrument panel left front section panel mounting bracket has an improper shape, causing direct interference between the bracket edge and wiring …

Mitsubishi Fuso Fighter 1999–2005
20 Jun 2006 9 units affected Ref JP-1116820

The welding of the bracket supporting the accelerator pedal return spring is inadequate, and the bracket weld may separate. This causes the return spring to malfunction, leaving only the backup spring functional, …

ニチユ Transer 2004–2005
15 Jun 2006 175 units affected Ref JP-1213130

Due to improper structure of the accelerator pedal mounting, some units have poor sliding characteristics, causing delayed engine speed reduction after releasing the accelerator pedal.

Citroen C3 2006 Citroen C4 2006
15 Jun 2006 114 units affected Ref JP-1116740

In van-type vehicles, the emergency exit-function door lock device attached to the cargo loading/unloading door has an inadequate structure. Vibration during operation may cause the emergency release function to activate, disengaging the …

Hino Dutro 2004–2005 Hino Ranger 2004–2005 Isuzu Elf 2004–2005 Isuzu Forward 2004–2005 Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 2004–2005 +3 more
14 Jun 2006 35157 units affected Ref JP-2103210

The vacuum hose of the vacuum-assisted brake booster is molded improperly, causing it to deform under negative pressure and narrow internally. Consequently, when brake operation is repeated in very short intervals, the …

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 2004–2005 Mitsubishi Fuso Canter Guts 2004–2005

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.