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 267 of 352

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23 May 2006 361 units affected Ref JP-1213080

Due to improper engine control unit software programming, the fuel pump may continue operating after the ignition switch is turned off. This can cause fuel to leak from the injectors and accumulate …

Peugeot Peugeot 307 XS 2001–2004 Peugeot Peugeot 307 XS Break 2001–2004 Peugeot Peugeot 406 Sport 2001–2004 Peugeot Peugeot 607 2001–2004
18 May 2006 1728 units affected Ref JP-1116670

In the keyless start system of the ignition switch, due to improper programming of the start control unit, the vehicle may not lock when outside the radio transmission range of the portable …

Suzuki Skywave 2006

Toyota: Axle Shaft

Wheel / axle
16 May 2006 107767 units affected Ref JP-1116600

The flange section of the rear axle shaft has insufficient strength. When driving repeatedly at high speed on winding mountain roads and similar routes, cracks may develop at the base of the …

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 1996–1999

Chrysler: Drive Shaft

Steering
15 May 2006 2363 units affected Ref JP-1213000

The ball bearing case of the wheel-side joint on the front drive shaft has insufficient strength. Repeated full-lock steering maneuvers can cause cracks to develop in the case. If the vehicle continues …

Chrysler Grand Voyager 1998–2000 Chrysler Voyager 1998–2000
12 May 2006 601 units affected Ref JP-1116620

The brake pedal attachment point on the primary braking system has insufficient structural margin. When the pedal attachment area corrodes and wears due to de-icing agents or similar substances, the structural strength …

日立 LX70-5 1999–2003 日立 LX80-5 1999–2003
27 Apr 2006 56 units affected Ref JP-1116610

In front axle braking systems, improper welding instructions for air-over-hydraulic booster mounting brackets result in some units not being securely welded to the vehicle body. This causes the booster to vibrate excessively …

Isuzu Erga 2001–2005
25 Apr 2006 13 units affected Ref JP-1212990

The parking brake cable has an improper guide roller mounting structure, which increases sliding friction between the cable and guide roller during parking brake operation. Continued use may cause cable wear, and …

Mercedes-Benz 416CDI 2005

Mazda: Engine Block

Fire risk
24 Apr 2006 1684 units affected Ref JP-1116590

Due to improper handling during engine transportation, some units had their oil filler caps loosened during the process. Continued use in this condition may cause oil to spray from the cap area …

Mazda MPV 2006

Caterpillar: Fuel Injection System

Loss of control
21 Apr 2006 168 units affected Ref JP-1116570

The electronic fuel injection pump's overvoltage protection device has insufficient capacitor capacity. Continued operation in this condition may cause the capacitor to short-circuit due to overvoltage generated during engine start-up and similar …

キャタピラー 924G 2002–2005 キャタピラー 924GZ 2002–2005 キャタピラー 928G 2002–2005
20 Apr 2006 9 units affected Ref JP-1213010

The gear shaft within the mechanical supercharger has insufficient strength, and cracks may develop due to vibration during operation. If use continues in this condition, the shaft may fracture, causing debris to …

BMW Alpina Alpina 2006

Isuzu: ABS

Brakes
20 Apr 2006 37094 units affected Ref JP-1116580

In the anti-lock braking system (ABS), the foreign object intrusion prevention cover structure for the front-wheel rotation speed sensor is inadequate. Flying stones and similar debris can strike and deform the sensor. …

Isuzu Elf 2000–2002
14 Apr 2006 29 units affected Ref JP-2203170

Due to improper programming of the fuel gauge control computer, fuel level may not display correctly and the low fuel warning light may not illuminate. Continued operation in this condition could result …

キャデラック STS 2005–2006

Ferrari: Fuel Hose/Pipe

Fire risk
13 Apr 2006 19 units affected Ref JP-1212980

The hose length of the rollover shutoff valve (front) installed to connect the left and right fuel tanks to the canister is inappropriate. Continued use may cause the hose to fracture due …

Ferrari 360Spider 2003
13 Apr 2006 26150 units affected Ref JP-1116563

In turbochargers with variable nozzles, the link mechanism that regulates intake air volume is inadequately designed. During transitions from low to high engine speeds, the variable nozzle fails to return to proper …

Hino Hino Profia 2003–2006
13 Apr 2006 26150 units affected Ref JP-1116562

In variable-nozzle turbochargers for the engine, improper machining of the turbine housing shroud causes some units to have turbine blade interference. Continued operation in this condition may result in turbine blade fracture, …

Hino Hino Profia 2003–2006
13 Apr 2006 26150 units affected Ref JP-1116561

In the engine's variable-nozzle turbocharger, ① some units have inadequate turbine blade material resulting in reduced strength; continued operation at high RPM can cause cracking. If operation continues in this condition, turbine …

Hino Hino Profia 2003–2006
12 Apr 2006 11109 units affected Ref JP-1116550

Manufacturing defects in internal components of the seat belt retractor for the driver and front passenger seats can cause interference between the lock mechanism gear sensor end and guide holder, preventing the …

Lexus GS350 2005 Lexus GS 430 2005 Lexus IS250 2005 Lexus IS 350 2005

Mazda: Airbag

Airbag
6 Apr 2006 618 units affected Ref JP-2103160

Some bolts fastening the horn switch to the steering wheel have insufficient strength. When the airbag deploys in extremely low temperatures, the pressure may fracture these bolts, causing the horn switch to …

Mazda Roadster 2005–2006
6 Apr 2006 132 units affected Ref JP-1212960

Certain drive chains for two-wheeled vehicles have insufficient material strength due to improper heat treatment during manufacturing. As a result, cracks may develop due to driving force during acceleration or deceleration, and …

アプリリア RSV1000R 2004 アプリリア RSV1000R FACTORY 2004 アプリリア TUONO1000R 2004
6 Apr 2006 44775 units affected Ref JP-1116530

Improper routing of the accelerator cable causes stress concentration in the casing cap that secures the cable to the vehicle body, resulting in breakage in some cases. Continued operation may cause the …

Chevrolet MW 2000–2005 Suzuki Solio 2000–2005 Suzuki Wagon R 2000–2005

Suzuki: Starting System

Fire risk
6 Apr 2006 313199 units affected Ref JP-1116520

The ignition switch contact structure is inadequate. With extremely high switch usage frequency, wear particles generated during operation accumulate near the contacts and cause conductivity. Continued use may result in the starter …

Suzuki Every 1998–2000 Suzuki Carry 1998–2000 Suzuki Scrum 1998–2000
4 Apr 2006 3167 units affected Ref JP-1116502

In ambulances, the rubber diaphragm in the brake booster has insufficient heat resistance. Thermal effects in the engine compartment may cause the diaphragm to thermally degrade and crack. Continued use risks crack …

Toyota Grand Hiace 1995–2005 Toyota Grand Hiace Van 1995–2005 Toyota Granvia 1995–2005 Toyota Granvia Van 1995–2005 Toyota Touring Hiace 1995–2005 +4 more
4 Apr 2006 74089 units affected Ref JP-1116501

In the front propeller shaft for four-wheel drive vehicles, thermal management of the universal joint at the transfer side is insufficient. During high-load driving such as high-speed or climbing operation, the temperature …

Toyota Grand Hiace 1995–2005 Toyota Granvia 1995–2005 Toyota Granvia Van 1995–2005 Toyota Touring Hiace 1995–2005 Toyota Toyota Ambulance 1995–2005 +3 more

Volkswagen: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
31 Mar 2006 1091 units affected Ref JP-1212920

The carbon brush material in the fuel pump motor is inadequate, causing premature wear. Continued use allows wear to progress, and in the worst case, the fuel pump may become inoperable, resulting …

Volkswagen Passat 2.8 V6 4Motion 2002–2003 Volkswagen Passat Wagon 2.8 V6 4Motion 2002–2003

Audi: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
31 Mar 2006 2014 units affected Ref JP-1212910

The motor within the fuel pump uses carbon brushes made of inappropriate material, causing premature wear in some units. Continued operation may accelerate wear, potentially resulting in fuel pump failure, engine stoppage, …

Audi Audi A4 1.8T Quattro 2002–2003 Audi Audi A4 3.0 quattro 2002–2003 Audi Audi A4 Avant 1.8T quattro 2002–2003 Audi Audi A4 Avant 3.0 quattro 2002–2003 Audi Audi A6 3.0 quattro 2002–2003 +1 more
30 Mar 2006 63 units affected Ref JP-1212970

Bearings with insufficient load capacity were installed in the final gearbox, causing premature wear and reduced sealing performance. Continued use may result in oil leakage from the wheel-side joint, with dispersed oil …

モト・グッツィ Breva 1100 2005–2006 モト・グッツィ Griso 2005–2006
30 Mar 2006 9 units affected Ref JP-1212940

On paint-specification wheels, paint was inadvertently applied to the tapered bolt hole section, causing certain bolts to loosen. Continued use in this condition may result in bolt detachment and, in the worst …

Bentley Arnage T 2004–2005
30 Mar 2006 3 units affected Ref JP-1116490

Improper plating treatment during shift lever manufacturing has reduced material strength in some units. Operating the shift lever may cause it to fracture, resulting in inability to shift. In severe cases, the …

丸山 Maruyama Stereo Sprayer SSA-S602DX 2006
29 Mar 2006 19378 units affected Ref JP-2103150

In manual cab-tilt mechanisms of large and medium-duty trucks, the rebound cushion (rubber component that detects cab lock status) uses improper material, causing it to adhere to the hook hinge bracket. When …

Mitsubishi Fuso Fighter 1983–1999
29 Mar 2006 15 units affected Ref JP-1116540

During stabilizer link installation, inadequate work instructions have resulted in insufficient tightening of the attachment nut on some vehicles. Continued use in this condition may cause the nut to detach and the …

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 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.