Motor vehicle recall — Injuries
IrelandInjuries — Risk of injury. Possible engine malfunction or stall caused by wire harness open circuit.
10646 recalls on record · page 286 of 355
The rear license plate mounting bracket lacks sufficient strength, and cracks may develop in the bracket. If use continues in this condition, cracks will propagate and in the worst case, the bracket …
Mercedes-Benz ACTROS 2003–2004
The bracket securing the propeller shaft holder to the vehicle body, which prevents propeller shaft dropout, has insufficient strength. Cracks may develop in the bracket due to vehicle vibration and other factors. …
Mercedes-Benz ACTROS 2003–2004
Hino: Exhaust Pipe
JapanThe corrugated section of the exhaust pipe lacks sufficient strength. When the engine retarder is used, the exhaust pipe resonates, which may cause cracks to develop in the corrugated section. This may …
Hino KS-FQ1ERWA 2003–2004
Hino KS-FQ1ETWA 2003–2004
Hino KS-FQ1EWWA 2003–2004
Hino KS-FQ1EWWG 2003–2004
Hino KS-FQ1EWWJ 2003–2004
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The cylinder arm connecting the tailgate lift hydraulic cylinder and lift link has insufficient strength, which may cause cracking in the cylinder arm. If use continues in this condition, in the worst …
Isuzu Isuzu Elf 1997–2001
The rear propeller shaft has an inadequate weld structure between the pipe and spline shaft. Bending resonance of the propeller shaft during high-speed driving can cause cracks to initiate at the weld. …
Mitsubishi P-FU418S 1983–1989
Mitsubishi P-FU418U 1983–1989
Mitsubishi P-FU478S 1983–1989
Mitsubishi P-FU478U 1983–1989
The welding strength of the front axle air spring mounting bracket is insufficient. Vehicle vibration and other factors may cause the weld to separate, resulting in looseness of the mounting bracket. This …
Mitsubishi KC-MP717K 1996–1999
Mitsubishi KC-MP717M 1996–1999
Mitsubishi: M/T
JapanDefective welding of the shift lever mounting bracket on the electric transmission may cause the weld to separate during shift operations, resulting in a loose shift lever. Continued use in this condition …
Mitsubishi KC-MM319J 1996–1999
Mitsubishi KC-MM719J 1996–1999
Mitsubishi KC-MP317K 1996–1999
Mitsubishi KC-MP317M 1996–1999
Mitsubishi KC-MP337K 1996–1999
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Mitsubishi: Pressure Control Transmission Unit
Brakes JapanThe air tank mounting bracket welding is inadequate, causing the weld to separate due to vehicle vibration and other factors, resulting in bracket looseness. If operation continues in this condition, the air …
Mitsubishi KC-MM319J 1996–1999
Mitsubishi KC-MM719J 1996–1999
Mitsubishi KC-MP317K 1996–1999
Mitsubishi KC-MP317M 1996–1999
Mitsubishi KC-MP317P 1996–1999
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Mitsubishi: Pressure Control Transmission Unit
Brakes JapanThe air pressure gauge hose mounting bracket assembly and hose routing are improper, causing the hose to interfere with the clutch master cylinder operating lever in some vehicles. Repeated clutch operation may …
Mitsubishi KC-MM319J 1996–1999
Mitsubishi KC-MM719J 1996–1999
Mitsubishi KC-MP317K 1996–1999
Mitsubishi KC-MP317M 1996–1999
Mitsubishi KC-MP317P 1996–1999
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Mitsubishi: Primary Brake System
Brakes JapanAn incorrect mounting bracket was used for the right front wheel brake hose, resulting in improper hose routing. During vehicle bounce, the brake hose may contact the drag link. Continued use in …
Mitsubishi KC-MP317K 1997–1999
Mitsubishi KC-MP317M 1997–1999
Mitsubishi: Primary Brake System
Brakes JapanThe brake line routing on the right side of the rear axle is improper, causing potential interference between the shock absorber and the brake line during operation. Continued use in this condition …
Mitsubishi KC-FE507B 1994–1995
Mitsubishi KC-FE508B 1994–1995
Mitsubishi KC-FE538B 1994–1995
Mitsubishi U-FE507B 1994–1995
Mitsubishi U-FE508B 1994–1995
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Mitsubishi: Spring/Air Suspension
Wheel / axle JapanIn leaf-air hybrid suspension systems, the mounting structure and tightening torque of the U-bolts securing the leaf spring and front axle are inadequate, causing excessive torsional stress on the U-bolts during turning …
Mitsubishi KC-MK612J 1992–1997
Mitsubishi KC-MK619F 1992–1997
Mitsubishi KC-MK619J 1992–1997
Mitsubishi P-MK517J 1992–1997
Mitsubishi U-MK616J 1992–1997
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Other: Buffer Arm/Rod
JapanThe weld between the bracket securing the front axle torque rod to the frame and the frame may be inadequate, causing cracks to develop in the weld due to vehicle vibration during …
その他 Panther 8x8 1998–2004
The electrical circuits of the forward/reverse selector switch and speed selector switch are improperly designed. Repeated switching operations cause contact wear on the switch contacts, resulting in poor electrical contact. This may …
小松 - 1998–2004
Renault: Engine Block
Japan②The damper rubber of the crankshaft pulley has inadequate heat resistance performance. When used in environments more severe than anticipated, cracks may develop in the rubber. This can cause the crankshaft pulley …
Renault Scenic 2000–2002
Renault Scenic 4x4 2000–2002
Renault Clio 2000–2002
Renault: Engine General
Steering JapanThe compressor mounting bracket machining precision is inadequate, causing the auxiliary belt centerline on the compressor, alternator, and crankshaft pulley to misalign. Continued use may cause the auxiliary belt to slip off …
Renault Clio 2000–2002
Honda: Accelerator
JapanWaterproof boots installed on the throttle cable adjuster were manufactured using material contaminated with foreign matter. During use, ozone degradation in the atmosphere damages these boots, allowing water to enter the cable …
Honda Spacy 100 2003–2005
Honda: Throttle
JapanForeign material was mixed into the material of the waterproof boot attached to the throttle cable adjuster section. During use, ozone degradation in the atmosphere damages the boot, and water can enter …
Honda Dio 2002–2005
Honda Today 2002–2005
Ford: Body
JapanOn the rear door, the glass hatch hinge strength and strut ball stud bracket attachment structure are inadequate. Repeated use of the glass hatch may cause cracks at the hinge-to-body attachment point …
Ford Explorer 2000–2003
During engine manufacturing, improper transmission oil injection procedures have resulted in some units without transmission oil. Continued operation may cause bearing temperatures within the transmission to rise excessively, leading to bearing damage …
Honda Forza 2004
Mitsubishi: Parking Cable/Rod
Brakes JapanCertain vehicles have improper routing and fastening of the parking brake cable. During parking brake operation, the cable may slip out of the clip at the lever-side cable end, resulting in loss …
Mitsubishi KC-BE436E 1989–1996
Mitsubishi KC-BE438E 1989–1996
Mitsubishi KC-BE438F 1989–1996
Mitsubishi KC-BE439F 1989–1996
Mitsubishi KC-BE449F 1989–1996
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Mitsubishi: Parking Cable/Rod
Brakes JapanThe interference prevention bracket between the parking brake cable and transmission shift control rod has an improper shape. When the cabin is raised, the parking brake cable may catch on this bracket. …
Mitsubishi GB-FC563B 1996–1997
Mitsubishi KC-FB511A 1996–1997
Mitsubishi KC-FB511B 1996–1997
Mitsubishi KC-FE516B 1996–1997
Mitsubishi KC-FE516BT 1996–1997
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Mitsubishi: Axle
Fire risk JapanCertain heavy-duty trucks with dual rear axles have defective welds in the rear non-driven axle housings due to improper welding procedures. Continued use may cause cracks to develop at the weld, potentially …
Mitsubishi KC-FU410TZ 1994–1997
Mitsubishi KC-FU410UZ 1994–1997
Mitsubishi KC-FU410YZ 1994–1997
Mitsubishi KC-FU411TZ 1994–1997
Mitsubishi KC-FU411UZ 1994–1997
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Yanmar: Primary Brake System
Brakes JapanIn cable-operated brakes, improper crimping of the nipple ends on cables connecting the brake pedal and parking brake lever to the brake cam lever may cause the nipple end to separate during …
Yanmar V1-1A 2004
Yamaha: Horn
JapanDue to machining defects in the movable contact plate inside the horn, some units have improperly shaped contact plates. Continued use may cause cracks to develop in the contact plate, resulting in …
Yamaha BJ YL50 2004
Yamaha Vino XC50 2004
Yamaha: Headlight
JapanThe headlight bulb specification setting is inappropriate, causing the bulb to reach excessively high temperatures when illuminated. This accelerates degradation of the glass seal surface at the lead-in wire, allowing external air …
Yamaha BJ YL50 2003–2004
Triumph: Differential
JapanExcess threadlocker was applied when installing the oil seal on the final drive unit, which may damage the oil seal. This can cause oil leakage from the final drive unit. Continued operation …
Triumph Rocket 3 2004
Chrysler: Power Steering
Fire risk JapanThe hydraulic hose material for the power steering is inappropriate. In extreme cold climates, repeated engine starts cause rapid pressure spikes that accelerate hose deterioration and internal damage. This can result in …
Chrysler Grand Voyager 2001–2003
Chrysler Voyager 2001–2003
Chrysler: Wiring
Airbag JapanImproper assembly of the clock spring (ribbon-type electrical wiring that operates the driver-side airbag, horn, and auto speed control function) mounted on the steering column can result in wire damage and fracture …
Chrysler Grand Voyager 1996–2000
Chrysler Town & Country 1996–2000
Chrysler Voyager 1996–2000
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.