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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2 Dec 2005 4 units affected Ref JP-1212710

The pin securing the power transmission gear in the transmission lacks sufficient strength and may experience wear. Continued operation in this condition can lead to progressive wear, and in the worst case, …

Komatsu PW200-7 2003–2004

Chevrolet: Power Steering

Fire risk
2 Dec 2005 3 units affected Ref JP-1212700

Power steering hoses manufactured with improper material composition have inferior pressure resistance. Repeated steering operations under high load, such as lock-to-lock turning, can cause cracks in the hose. Continued operation may result …

Chevrolet Corvette 2005
2 Dec 2005 27996 units affected Ref JP-1212690

The fuel tank vent hose material is unsuitable and may degrade and crack due to ozone exposure. Continued use could result in fuel leakage when refueling to capacity.

オペル Astra 1998–2002 オペル Vectra 1998–2002 オペル Vectra Wagon 1998–2002

Zenoah: Horn

1 Dec 2005 116 units affected Ref JP-1115750

The horn does not conform to applicable standards.

ゼノア SK04-2 2004–2005 ゼノア SK05-1 2004–2005
1 Dec 2005 17 units affected Ref JP-1115722

In compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles, improper routing of electrical wiring for the engine control unit may result in insulation degradation due to heat from the exhaust manifold. In the worst case, …

Isuzu Cubic 1999–2000
1 Dec 2005 199 units affected Ref JP-1115721

In compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles, the electrical wiring to the starter has insufficient heat resistance. Heat from the exhaust manifold can degrade the insulation covering, exposing the cable. In the worst …

Isuzu Erga 1995–2005 Isuzu Cubic 1995–2005
1 Dec 2005 4832 units affected Ref JP-1115710

In air suspension equipped vehicles, improper geometry of the rear axle stabilizer mounting bracket causes excessive stress on the frame where the bracket is installed during cornering, which may result in cracking. …

Isuzu GIGA 1995–2000
30 Nov 2005 359 units affected Ref JP-1212670

Improper molding of the breather pipe inside the fuel tank (which vents air from the tank during refueling) can cause the connection to separate, allowing overfueling beyond the specified level. This causes …

Land Rover Discovery 3 2005
30 Nov 2005 5283 units affected Ref JP-1115630

The air piping (nylon tubing) for the parking brake (wheel parking brake) on the rear axle is routed improperly. In severe cold conditions, snow adhering to the piping freezes into ice blocks, …

Hino KL-FS1KKGA 2000–2003 Hino KL-FS1KPHA 2000–2003 Hino KL-FS1KRHA 2000–2003 Hino KL-FS1KUHA 2000–2003 Hino KL-FS1KWHA 2000–2003 +13 more
30 Nov 2005 4 units affected Ref JP-1115570

In the vehicle travel control controller, some units have insufficient heat dissipation on the power module transistors, causing them to reach high temperatures due to heat generated from the transistors. If operation …

S N 8FB30P 2003–2004 S N FB35PE 2003–2004 S N FB40PE 2003–2004
29 Nov 2005 292 units affected Ref JP-1115680

The switching valve of the hydrostatic transmission travel motor has improper bolt tightening on both sides, which may cause bolts to loosen during use. If operation continues in this condition, the O-ring …

キャタピラー 910GII 2004–2005
29 Nov 2005 249 units affected Ref JP-1115670

The switching valve for the travel motor of the hydrostatic transmission has improper bolt tightening on both the left and right sides, which may cause bolts to loosen during use. If operation …

T C M L13 2004–2005 T C M L16 2004–2005 古河 FL310 2004–2005 古河 FL315 2004–2005 日立 LX70 2004–2005 +1 more
29 Nov 2005 112 units affected Ref JP-1115660

In the selector valve of the hydrostatic transmission travel motor, improper bolt tightening on the left and right sides can cause bolts to loosen during use. Continued operation in this condition may …

Komatsu WA150-5 2004 Komatsu WA200-5 2004 Komatsu WA270-5 2004 Komatsu WA320-5 2004
29 Nov 2005 3243 units affected Ref JP-1115650

On special edition vehicles (manufacturer designation: Rider Stage 2), a dissimilar material was installed on part of the exhaust pipe in the noise suppression device. Corrosion may develop during use. Continued operation …

Nissan Wingroad 2002–2005
29 Nov 2005 355 units affected Ref JP-1115590

In vehicles with automatic transmissions, the meter panel substrate is improperly designed. Repeated thermal expansion of the substrate due to temperature rises inside the meter causes cracks to develop at solder joints …

Nissan Nissan Forklift 2003–2005

Suzuki: Headlight

Steering
29 Nov 2005 13722 units affected Ref JP-1115550

The headlight mounting bracket attached to the handlebar lacks sufficient strength. Vibration during operation may cause the bracket to fracture and the headlight to detach.

Suzuki Let's 4 2004–2005
24 Nov 2005 359620 units affected Ref JP-1115610

The left-side bearing of the reduction gear shaft inside the automatic transmission is lubricated improperly, causing some bearings to wear. Continued operation may result in abnormal noise and, in worst case, bearing …

Mazda AZ Wagon 2000–2002 Mazda Carol 2000–2002 Mazda Spiano 2000–2002 Mazda Laputa 2000–2002 Nissan Moco 2000–2002 +5 more

Honda: Airbag

Airbag
24 Nov 2005 21788 units affected Ref JP-2103080

In vehicles equipped with side curtain airbags, due to improper programming in the airbag control unit, deployment signals may be momentarily delayed when the vehicle receives impact from the side requiring airbag …

Honda Elysion 2003–2005 Honda Odyssey 2003–2005
24 Nov 2005 98768 units affected Ref JP-1115640

Due to improper programming in the electronic control unit for the continuously variable transmission, the oil pump supplying hydraulic pressure to the CVT may produce excessively high supply pressure at low engine …

Honda Odyssey 2003–2005 Honda Stream 2003–2005
24 Nov 2005 349 units affected Ref JP-1115600

The left case of the rear differential gear may contain cracks. During casting, insufficient application of mold release agent caused the case to adhere to the mold, resulting in cracks when removed. …

Suzuki Escudo 2005
22 Nov 2005 2552 units affected Ref JP-1212640

The damper rubber of the crankshaft pulley has inadequate heat resistance performance. When used in environments exceeding design specifications, cracks may develop in the rubber. This can cause the crankshaft pulley to …

Renault Mégane 1996–1999 Renault Laguna 1996–1999
21 Nov 2005 393 units affected Ref JP-1115620

The waterproof structure of the electrical wiring connectors mounted on the vehicle body is inadequate. If these connectors are exposed to direct water ingress during washing or similar conditions, water can penetrate …

小松 - 2002–2005
15 Nov 2005 37898 units affected Ref JP-2103040

The intake pipe for brake booster vacuum drawn from the engine is positioned improperly, allowing engine combustion byproducts to accumulate and deposit inside the pipe. If use continues in this condition, the …

Mitsubishi Chariot 1997–2002 Mitsubishi Diamante 1997–2002 Mitsubishi Dignity 1997–2002 Mitsubishi Proudia 1997–2002

Mitsubishi: Wiring

Loss of control
15 Nov 2005 69635 units affected Ref JP-1115520

The generator start circuit printed circuit board located behind the combination meter is improperly designed. Thermal expansion of the printed circuit board caused by increased cabin temperature and self-heating of the meter …

Mitsubishi Dion 2000–2002 Mitsubishi Mirage Dingo 2000–2002
11 Nov 2005 436 units affected Ref JP-1115580

The control valve in the transmission lacks a filter on the upper valve, making it unable to remove foreign matter that enters the interior. Continued operation in this condition may cause foreign …

小松メック LW250-5 1996–1998

Nissan: Power Steering

Steering
10 Nov 2005 10 units affected Ref JP-2103050

In fire trucks, the flywheel housing bore position for mounting the engine power steering pump is improperly positioned, resulting in some units having zero backlash between the power steering pump gear and …

Nissan Condor 2004–2005
10 Nov 2005 1049 units affected Ref JP-1212660

In the primary braking system, the resin component material in the four-circuit protection valve—a fail-safe function—is inadequate, causing the valve to deform under pressure and heat. Continued use in this condition may …

Volvo FH12 2002–2004

Hino: Power steering

Steering
10 Nov 2005 260 units affected Ref JP-1115490

In fire trucks, the flywheel housing bore position for the engine power steering pump is improperly positioned, resulting in some units having no backlash between the power steering pump gear and the …

Hino ADG-FD7JEWA 2004–2005 Hino ADG-FD7JGWA 2004–2005 Hino ADG-FX7JGWA 2004–2005 Hino ADG-GD7JGWA 2004–2005 Hino ADG-GX7JGWA 2004–2005 +10 more
10 Nov 2005 230 units affected Ref JP-1115470

The protective covering of the main harness (electrical wiring) was wrapped with vinyl tape without gaps, allowing rainwater that enters from the harness end to accumulate inside the harness and reach the …

カトウ SC-KR130 2003–2005
8 Nov 2005 47 units affected Ref JP-2103060

In van-type vehicles, the mounting structure of the upper hinged door attached to the rear of the vehicle is inadequate. The plastic hinges at the door's upper edge degrade and fracture due …

Mitsubishi 1994–2004 Mitsubishi Elf 1994–2004 Mitsubishi Condor 1994–2004 Mitsubishi Forward 1994–2004 Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 1994–2004 +3 more

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.