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
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10559 recalls on record · page 268 of 352

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Mazda: Axle

Wheel / axle
29 Mar 2006 39 units affected Ref JP-1116510

During rear axle manufacturing, improper assembly work has resulted in insufficient tightening of the wheel hub and trailing link assembly bolts. Continued use in this condition may cause the bolts to loosen, …

Mazda MPV 2006
29 Mar 2006 26801 units affected Ref JP-1116480

On vehicles with axle suspension, the bracket securing the transmission shift cable has improper geometry, causing the cable to interfere with the power steering gearbox and become locally bent. Continued use in …

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 1999–2002

Toyota/Lexus: Airbag

Airbag
28 Mar 2006 81 units affected Ref JP-1116420

The assembly process for the inflators of the side airbag, curtain shield airbag, and knee airbag was improper, resulting in insufficient gas heating agent charge in some units. Consequently, when subjected to …

Lexus GS350 2003–2005 Lexus GS 430 2003–2005 Lexus IS250 2003–2005 Lexus IS 350 2003–2005 Toyota Vitz 2003–2005 +5 more

Komatsu: Accelerator

Steering
27 Mar 2006 848 units affected Ref JP-1116450

In the accelerator that controls vehicle travel speed of electric forklifts, due to improper electrical circuitry, malfunction can occur due to electrical noise generated during steering operation. Therefore, when steering is performed …

小松 - 2003–2006
24 Mar 2006 Ref 0162/06

Injuries — A concern affecting the steering shaft of some Nissan Pathfinder R51 and Nissan Navara (D40) has been identified. The concern is related to the fitment of the lower steering shaft …

23 Mar 2006 176413 units affected Ref JP-2103140

The side cover mounted on the right side of the engine compartment has an improper shape. During wet weather driving and similar conditions, water splashed up may contact the power steering pump …

Mitsubishi Chariot 1997–2003
23 Mar 2006 480 units affected Ref JP-1116470

Engine control electrical wiring has insufficient abrasion resistance of wire insulation. Engine vibration and similar forces cause the insulation at the bends of the electrical wiring to be abraded and damaged by …

Mitsubishi Fuso 1997–2004 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero King 1997–2004 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Star 1997–2004 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Bus 1997–2004
23 Mar 2006 13 units affected Ref JP-1116460

The parking brake cable end fitting on the center brake side (cable end connector for securing to center brake lever) has an improper shape, which may cause the cable end to seat …

Mitsubishi Fuso Rosa 1995–2002

Isuzu: Wheel Bearing

Fire risk
23 Mar 2006 18945 units affected Ref JP-1116440

On vehicles equipped with ABS, damaged fixtures used during the installation of the wheel speed detection ring onto the front hub have caused scratches on the race of the front hub outer …

Isuzu Forward 2002–2004

Honda: Door

Steering
23 Mar 2006 57103 units affected Ref JP-1116430

The slide door front latch cover has an improper drainage position, allowing drained water to accumulate at the lower end of the outer handle cable. During outer handle operation, water droplets may …

Honda Elysion 2004–2006
17 Mar 2006 Ref 0145/06

Burns, Fire — There is a possibility that the filler tube may rust around the mounting bracket. This may create a small hole through progression of the rust, and fuel might leak …

16 Mar 2006 15993 units affected Ref JP-1212950

Improper molding of the speedometer cable end piece assembled to the speedometer gearbox causes play at the end piece mounting point. Continued use may result in the end piece fixing screw loosening …

Honda Spacy 100 2004–2006
16 Mar 2006 285 units affected Ref JP-1116330

The rear wheel fender support is installed improperly. Repeated loads concentrate on the support due to vibration during operation, causing cracks to develop. If use continues, cracks may propagate, and in the …

Hino Dutro 2004–2006 Isuzu Elf 2004–2006 Mazda Titan 2004–2006 Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 2004–2006 Nissan Atlas 2004–2006 +2 more
15 Mar 2006 4 units affected Ref JP-1116410

In the manufacturing process of small buses, some vehicles were shipped without the headlamp initial inclination marking label as required by safety standards.

Mitsubishi Fuso Rosa 2006

Mitsubishi: Wiring

Brakes
15 Mar 2006 6 units affected Ref JP-1116400

On large all-wheel-drive vehicles, improper routing of electrical wiring within the left-side frame may cause interference with brake hose brackets or power steering oil pipes. Continued use in this condition may result …

Mitsubishi Fuso 2000
15 Mar 2006 15 units affected Ref JP-1116390

The bracket designed to prevent interference between the parking brake cable and transmission shift control rod has an improper shape. When the cabin is raised, the parking brake cable may become caught …

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 1997–1999 Mitsubishi Fuso Canter Guts 1997–1999

Mitsubishi: Fuel hose/pipe

Fire risk
15 Mar 2006 3 units affected Ref JP-1116380

The fastening structure of the rubber-equipped bracket securing the injection tube of the fuel injection pump is inadequate. When the bracket's rubber deteriorates, the mounting bolts and nuts loosen, potentially causing the …

Mitsubishi Fuso Fighter 2002–2004
15 Mar 2006 67 units affected Ref JP-1116370

The cage of the needle roller bearing supporting the 3rd gear within the transmission lacks sufficient strength. Under the load applied by the 3rd gear, the cage may deform or fracture. Continued …

Mitsubishi Fuso 1996–2003

Mitsubishi: Clutch

Brakes
15 Mar 2006 10 units affected Ref JP-1116360

The control program of the electronic control unit (ECU) governing the automatic transmission shifting is inappropriate. When the vehicle stops after driving in Drive range without depressing the clutch pedal, the clutch …

Mitsubishi Fuso 2000–2002

Mitsubishi: Starting Device

Fire risk
15 Mar 2006 1 units affected Ref JP-1116350

In large-capacity transit buses, the flywheel ring gear hardness and starter magnetic switch activation circuit wiring length are inappropriate. During start operation, the starter pinion may collide with the flywheel ring gear, …

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Star 2004
15 Mar 2006 2 units affected Ref JP-1116340

The engine rear mount supporting the engine has insufficient strength in its vibration-damping rubber component. Repeated engine rocking in the rotational direction during acceleration causes cracks to develop in the mount's rubber …

Mitsubishi Fuso 2003
14 Mar 2006 16 units affected Ref JP-1212900

The ball joint attachment bolts on the front and rear suspension arms are improperly tightened. Repeated severe driving such as circuit operation can cause the attachment bolts to loosen. Continued use may …

Lamborghini Gallardo 2005–2006
10 Mar 2006 311 units affected Ref JP-1212890

The shift lever has insufficient structural strength. When strong operating force is applied to the shift lever, it may bend. If use continues in this condition, the lever may fracture in the …

Lotus Exige 2004–2005 Lotus Elise 111R 2004–2005
10 Mar 2006 49 units affected Ref JP-1212870

In vehicles equipped with a sunroof, the frame securing the glass is improperly assembled, causing interference between the frame and glass. As a result, when doors are closed, when passing over bumps, …

Jaguar XJR 2005 Jaguar Super V8 L 2005
10 Mar 2006 4 units affected Ref JP-1116300

Some vehicles may have rear reflectors not installed during the assembly process.

日立 ZX125W 2005–2006
9 Mar 2006 2716 units affected Ref JP-1116320

Certain catalytic converters have insufficient strength in the flange joint connecting to the exhaust pipe due to improper welding methods. Continued operation may cause cracks to develop at the weld due to …

Isuzu Elf 2002–2004 Nissan Atlas 2002–2004 Nissan Condor 2002–2004
8 Mar 2006 7631 units affected Ref JP-1212930

Improper machining during battery positive terminal manufacturing has caused cracks in the affected component, resulting in battery electrolyte leakage that may contact the right front wheel brake pipe. Continued operation in this …

Chevrolet Blazer 1991–1998
8 Mar 2006 20955 units affected Ref JP-1116310

The driver's seat belt buckle attachment point has an inappropriate shape, resulting in insufficient strength against lateral loads. Repeated lateral loading on the buckle from rough road conditions and similar driving can …

Mitsubishi Fuso Fighter 2003–2006

Citroen: Engine Computer

Fuel leak
2 Mar 2006 66 units affected Ref JP-1212880

Due to improper engine control unit software programming, the fuel pump may continue operating after the ignition switch is turned off. This can cause elevated fuel line pressure, potentially resulting in fuel …

Citroen Xsara 2002–2003

Honda: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
2 Mar 2006 21275 units affected Ref JP-1116290

The fuel pump impeller has an oversized outer diameter, causing it to swell from fuel absorption and thermal expansion at elevated fuel temperatures, resulting in interference with the impeller case. Continued operation …

Honda Accord 2002–2003

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.