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.

10646 recalls on record
5227 flagged safety-critical
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12 Jan 2005 5125 units affected Ref JP-2102680

The attachment structure of the upper hinged door mounted on the vehicle rear is inappropriate. The resin hinges at the door upper edge deteriorate and fracture due to atmospheric ozone, ultraviolet light, …

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 1993–2004

Yamaha: Lining/Pad

Brakes
12 Jan 2005 7 units affected Ref JP-1113410

In the braking system, brake shoe heat treatment is inadequate, resulting in insufficient adhesion between the brake shoe and lining in some units. Repeated brake operation may cause the lining to separate, …

Yamaha Mate V50 2004

Steering link mechanism

Steering
27 Dec 2004 202 units affected Ref JP-1113380

Insufficient strength in the power steering cylinder anchor section. Repeated operation at maximum steering angle can cause cracks in this area. Continued use in this condition may result in anchor fracture and …

サカイ TZ701 2002–2004
22 Dec 2004 4 units affected Ref JP-1211890

When an optional accessory cover is installed on the voltage regulator, the clearance between the cover and front fender is minimal. Under specific conditions where front suspension compression is at maximum, the …

Harley-Davidson FXDC Dyna Super Glide Custom 2003–2004 Harley-Davidson FXDX Dyna Super Glide Sport 2003–2004 Harley-Davidson FXD Dyna Super Glide 2003–2004

Isuzu: Seating

Brakes
22 Dec 2004 42 units affected Ref JP-1113360

Some forward-folding seats located adjacent to emergency exits on buses are not equipped with anti-tip brackets. Consequently, if a passenger falls backward against such a seat during hard braking, the hinge fastening …

Isuzu - 1984–1990
21 Dec 2004 2544 units affected Ref JP-1113350

The auxiliary steering system (device for ensuring operability when working with the driver's seat facing rearward) is prohibited for use during general road operation. Due to insufficient accidental operation prevention structure, if …

神鋼 RK70 1989–1995
21 Dec 2004 207 units affected Ref JP-1113340

During fuel system hermeticity testing, some fuel tanks were deformed due to pressure exceeding the normal inspection pressure. As a result, when the vehicle is parked on a steep slope for an …

Daihatsu Mira 2004 Daihatsu Move 2004
21 Dec 2004 50 units affected Ref JP-1113270

The rear number plate mounting bracket has insufficient strength, and cracks may develop in the bracket. Continued use could allow cracks to propagate, and in the worst case, the bracket could detach …

Hino KL-SHD1EAG 2003–2004 Hino KL-SHD1FAG 2003–2004 その他 Unknown 2003–2004

Kato: Engine Block

Fire risk
20 Dec 2004 19 units affected Ref JP-1113260

The notch groove strength in the rack that controls fuel injection quantity of the fuel injection pump is insufficient. Continued use at high RPM may cause the rack to fracture, resulting in …

カトウ - 1996–2001

BMW: Computer

Steering
17 Dec 2004 2 units affected Ref JP-1211900

Improper installation of the processor controlling turn signal and wiper signals, which is built into the steering column switch cluster, may cause intermittent signal loss, resulting in turn signals and wipers becoming …

BMW 120i 2004
17 Dec 2004 1376 units affected Ref JP-1113330

The valve material and dimensions inside the ASR (Anti-Spin Regulator) valve, which prevents drive wheel slippage, are inappropriate. Consequently, the valve experiences age-related deterioration and deformation in high-temperature environments due to air …

Mitsubishi Fuso Fighter 1991–1999
17 Dec 2004 183639 units affected Ref JP-1113290

The root of the rear hub flange lacks sufficient strength. Cracks may develop in this area following repeated high-frequency cornering operations. In early production vehicles, stress concentration due to combined factors such …

Mitsubishi Fuso 1983–2004
17 Dec 2004 21246 units affected Ref JP-1113280

Due to insufficient fatigue strength margin in the front hub against maintenance conditions such as excessive tightening of hub bolts and operating conditions exceeding assumptions such as overloading, cracks may develop near …

Mitsubishi Fuso 1990–2004
16 Dec 2004 13157 units affected Ref JP-1113310

The manufacturing method of the purge resonator, which reduces pulsation noise as fuel vapor passes through the hose, is improper. As a result, the welded joint of the purge resonator may separate. …

Nissan Cube 2004 Nissan Skyline 2004 Nissan Stagea 2004 Nissan Tiida 2004 Nissan Tiida Latio 2004 +5 more
16 Dec 2004 112 units affected Ref JP-1113300

In the continuously variable transmission, some units have an incorrect component installed on the output pulley shaft. This causes the steel belt to interfere with a non-standard pulley contact area, risking damage …

Nissan Cube 2004 Nissan Tiida 2004 Nissan Tiida Latio 2004
14 Dec 2004 55 units affected Ref JP-1113110

The tie-rod attachment point on the steering knuckle has insufficient strength. Repeated lock-to-lock steering operations can cause cracks to develop at this attachment point. Continued use in this condition may result in …

小松 - 2001–2004
13 Dec 2004 189 units affected Ref JP-1211850

Some window washer hoses installed inside the wiper arm are not properly fitted. Continued use may result in the hose becoming pinched by the spring inside the wiper arm. In the worst …

Jaguar S-TYPE 2.5 V6 2004 Jaguar S-TYPE 3.0 V6 2004 Jaguar S-TYPE 4.2 V8 2004 Jaguar S-TYPE R 2004
13 Dec 2004 3089 units affected Ref JP-1113240

In the parking brake system, the anti-detachment structure between the parking brake spring and parking brake wire is inadequate, causing poor tracking between the spring and wire, resulting in wire slack. The …

Yanmar GC222 2002–2003 Yanmar GC322 2002–2003
10 Dec 2004 56 units affected Ref JP-1211840

The ultrasonic welding and lock pin securing the accelerator pedal cross-shaft to the throttle housing may be improperly installed. Continued use in this condition could cause the accelerator pedal to detach, potentially …

Aston Martin Aston Martin V12 Vanquish 2001–2004
10 Dec 2004 15278 units affected Ref JP-1113320

The auxiliary steering system (a device to ensure operability when working with the driver's seat facing rearward) is prohibited for use on public roads. Due to insufficient fail-safe mechanisms to prevent unintended …

タダノ TR-100M 1983–1998 タダノ TR-160M 1983–1998 タダノ TR-200M 1983–1998 タダノ TR-250M 1983–1998 タダノ TR-350M 1983–1998 +3 more
10 Dec 2004 79 units affected Ref JP-1113250

The transmission steer pump drive unit has an inadequate structure, making it difficult to supply lubricating oil to the drive unit (drive sleeve section). Continued use may cause spline wear on the …

T C M L32 2002–2004 T C M L35 2002–2004 古河 FL345 2002–2004 古河 FL355 2002–2004 日立 LX160 2002–2004 +1 more
9 Dec 2004 1301 units affected Ref JP-1211870

Due to improper programming in the engine control computer, the fuel injection shutoff function may not activate even when the steering lock mechanism is engaged. If the engine is started and the …

Chevrolet Corvette 1997–2003
9 Dec 2004 640 units affected Ref JP-1211860

In the manufacturing process of the front seat belt retractor mechanism, improper installation of the belt retractor spring may prevent the seat belt from retracting properly. This could result in the inability …

サーブ 9-3 2003
8 Dec 2004 52079 units affected Ref JP-2102670

The throttle cable in the acceleration system has inadequate water-resistant construction. Water splashed from the rear tire during wet-weather operation may enter inside the cable. At low temperatures, water that has entered …

Yamaha Gear BA50 1994–2003 Yamaha Yamaha Gear BA50 1994–2003
8 Dec 2004 10870 units affected Ref JP-1113200

The tape wound between the bobbin and coil of the alternator has inappropriate material properties. Heat generated during power generation causes gas to be released from this tape, damaging the coil insulation …

Mitsubishi Fuso 2003–2004 Mitsubishi Fuso Fighter 2003–2004

Honda: Frame and body - Other

Loss of control
7 Dec 2004 229 units affected Ref JP-1211880

The washer at the side stand return spring hook pin fastening section of two-wheeled vehicles has insufficient strength. Spring tension during side stand operation may cause washer buckling, and repeated side stand …

Honda VTX 2001

Chevrolet: Brake light

Brakes
7 Dec 2004 250 units affected Ref JP-1211830

The socket portion of the brake light and tail light bulb mounting base may be defective. Due to vibration and heat, the bulbs may loosen. Continued use in this condition may result …

Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2002–2003

Chevrolet: Brake Light

Brakes
7 Dec 2004 4377 units affected Ref JP-1211820

The socket portion of the brake light and tail light bulb mounting board contains defective components. Vibration and heat may cause the brake light and tail light bulbs to loosen. Continued use …

Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2001–2003
7 Dec 2004 561 units affected Ref JP-1211810

The check valve (non-return valve) that prevents engine oil from flowing back from the cylinder head when the engine is stopped has an improper structure, causing inadequate fit and potential separation. Continued …

BMW 760Li 2002–2003
7 Dec 2004 13132 units affected Ref JP-1113210

The outer covering of the front wheel brake cable on motorcycles is inadequate. In areas with tight cable routing, repeated flexing during cold conditions causes cracks in the outer covering, which tightens …

Honda Gyro UP 1999–2004

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.