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.

10558 recalls on record
5188 flagged safety-critical
Official sources: Japan MLIT EU Safety Gate Cyprus RTD Refreshed nightly · How it works

10558 recalls on record · page 298 of 352

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Peugeot: Wiring

Fire risk
18 May 2004 429 units affected Ref JP-1211201

The clearance between the battery cable and the air conditioning refrigerant pipe is narrow. Continued operation in this state may result in interference. Vibration during driving can damage the battery cable insulation, …

Peugeot Peugeot 607 2000–2003
17 May 2004 410 units affected Ref JP-1110840

On vehicles equipped with gasoline engines with automatic transmissions, the brake booster (master back) has insufficient capacity. When engine idle speed increases during automatic warm-up operation, braking force may be insufficient against …

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter Guts 2003–2004

Toyota: Axle

Wheel / axle
13 May 2004 89 units affected Ref JP-1110750

The paint application on the chassis mounting surface for the rear axle is improper, resulting in excessive paint film thickness in some cases. Vibration from the road surface may cause the rear …

Toyota Toyota Geneo E 2003
10 May 2004 1364 units affected Ref JP-1211104

The transfer case housing casting process was inadequate, causing warping in some housings. This can prevent the internal hydraulic pump from operating reliably. As a result, abnormal noise may be generated from …

Volkswagen VW Touareg 2003–2004 Volkswagen VW Touareg 3.2 V6 2003–2004 Volkswagen VW Touareg 4.2 V8 2003–2004 Volkswagen VW Touareg 4.2 V8 Air Suspension 2003–2004
10 May 2004 1364 units affected Ref JP-1211103

The coolant hose and aluminum coolant pipe of the auxiliary electric coolant pump have insufficient clearance in some vehicles, causing interference. Engine vibration causes the coolant hose to wear and rupture, resulting …

Volkswagen VW Touareg 2003–2004 Volkswagen VW Touareg 3.2 V6 2003–2004 Volkswagen VW Touareg 4.2 V8 2003–2004 Volkswagen VW Touareg 4.2 V8 Air Suspension 2003–2004

Volkswagen: Speedometer

Fire risk
10 May 2004 1364 units affected Ref JP-1211102

The electrical wiring (main harness) routing is improper, causing interference with the return spring of the foot-operated parking brake pedal. Vibration during driving may damage the wiring, resulting in malfunction of the …

Volkswagen VW Touareg 2003–2004 Volkswagen VW Touareg 3.2 V6 2003–2004 Volkswagen VW Touareg 4.2 V8 2003–2004 Volkswagen VW Touareg 4.2 V8 Air Suspension 2003–2004
10 May 2004 1364 units affected Ref JP-1211101

Insufficient riveting of the rivet securing the rear seat belt buckle to the bracket may cause the rivet to detach, allowing the seat belt buckle to separate and potentially fail to restrain …

Volkswagen VW Touareg 2003–2004 Volkswagen VW Touareg 3.2 V6 2003–2004 Volkswagen VW Touareg 4.2 V8 2003–2004 Volkswagen VW Touareg 4.2 V8 Air Suspension 2003–2004
10 May 2004 19250 units affected Ref JP-1211090

Due to improper assembly of the brake light switch, the switch mounting section is damaged and the rod that actuates the internal contact is misaligned in some units. Continued use in this …

Volkswagen VW New Beetle 1998–2002 Volkswagen VW New Beetle RSI 1998–2002 Volkswagen VW New Beetle Turbo 1998–2002
10 May 2004 2054 units affected Ref JP-1211080

Insufficient welding on the clutch cable mounting bracket of the pedal bracket results in inadequate weld strength in some vehicles. Continued use may cause the weld between the pedal bracket and clutch …

Volkswagen VW Polo GTI 2000–2001
6 May 2004 114 units affected Ref JP-1110773

The drive plate that transmits power from the running motor to the drum has insufficient strength. Cracks may develop in part of the plate during operation and work. If use continues in …

日立 - 2001–2004
6 May 2004 114 units affected Ref JP-1110772

The control cable routing for the forward/reverse operation lever is improper, causing the cable to interfere with the hydraulic hose during right and left turns in some vehicles. Continued use may result …

日立 - 2001–2004

Hitachi: Steering link mechanism

Loss of control
6 May 2004 114 units affected Ref JP-1110771

The locking structure of the bearing nut on the oscillation center pin and its tightening torque specification are inadequate. During vehicle operation, if oscillation occurs, the bearing washer for locking the bearing …

日立 - 2001–2004
30 Apr 2004 1534 units affected Ref JP-1211180

The main circuit breaker's capacity setting is inappropriate, and engine heat and vibration may cause the breaker contacts to open. This results in power cutoff, engine shutdown, and loss of vehicle operability.

Harley-Davidson FLHPEI 2000–2003 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUI S/C 2000–2003 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUI 2000–2003

Ferrari: Wheel

Wheel / axle
28 Apr 2004 7 units affected Ref JP-1211120

Some wheel attachment bolts produced with incorrect material lack sufficient strength. As a result, these bolts may fracture due to tightening force during wheel installation or impact from road surface during driving.

Ferrari Challenge Stradale 2003
28 Apr 2004 41 units affected Ref JP-1110810

Due to inadequate processing of the cylinder block in the propulsion hydraulic motor, partial wear of the cylinder block (9 bore holes) reduces motor volumetric efficiency, causing gradual loss of driving force. …

Mitsubishi GCR140 2003–2004 Mitsubishi GCR160 2003–2004

BMW Alpina: Strut

Wheel / axle
27 Apr 2004 4 units affected Ref JP-1211160

The strut plate that retains the front wheel coil spring has insufficient strength. In high-temperature, high-humidity environments with repeated stop-and-go traffic, cracks may develop in the plate, causing abnormal noise. If use …

BMW Alpina Alpina B10 V8 1997
27 Apr 2004 4152 units affected Ref JP-1211152

Improper crimping of hydraulic hoses connecting the hydraulic control unit of the hydraulic damper system to the cross-block (circuit distributing oil to front and rear wheels) may cause internal steel wire breakage …

Mercedes-Benz CL600 1999–2004 Mercedes-Benz CL63 AMG 1999–2004 Mercedes-Benz S600 L 1999–2004 Mercedes-Benz S63 L AMG 1999–2004
27 Apr 2004 4152 units affected Ref JP-1211151

① The crimping of the high-pressure hose connecting the hydraulic damper oil pump and hydraulic control unit is insufficient in some units, causing oil leakage from the crimped section due to vibration …

Mercedes-Benz CL600 1999–2004 Mercedes-Benz CL63 AMG 1999–2004 Mercedes-Benz S600 L 1999–2004 Mercedes-Benz S63 L AMG 1999–2004

Mercedes-Benz: Fuse

Fire risk
27 Apr 2004 16132 units affected Ref JP-1211140

The contact geometry in the blower fan motor fuse circuit, which controls air conditioning airflow and similar functions in the passenger compartment, is inadequate. Continuous operation of the air conditioning at maximum …

Mercedes-Benz AMG S55 1998–2001 Mercedes-Benz AMG S55 L 1998–2001 Mercedes-Benz CL500 1998–2001 Mercedes-Benz CL600 1998–2001 Mercedes-Benz S320 1998–2001 +5 more
27 Apr 2004 3959 units affected Ref JP-1211130

Improper adjustment during installation of the trunk lid telescopic spring that retains the trunk lid can cause excessive stress on the ball socket when the trunk lid is opened and closed repeatedly. …

Mercedes-Benz CL500 2003 Mercedes-Benz S350 2003 Mercedes-Benz S430 4MATIC 2003 Mercedes-Benz S500 2003 Mercedes-Benz S500 L 2003

BMW: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
27 Apr 2004 2865 units affected Ref JP-1211110

At high altitudes with low atmospheric pressure, during high-engine-speed driving, the impeller rotation speed within the fuel pump exceeds design limits, causing excessive fuel agitation. This generates air bubbles in the fuel, …

BMW Z4 Roadster 2003

Hyundai: ABS

Fire risk
22 Apr 2004 1661 units affected Ref JP-1211070

The ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ground wire terminal has inadequate waterproofing. Rainwater can seep through the terminal into the ground wire, infiltrating the ABS module connector. This causes electrode corrosion and short-circuiting …

Hyundai TB 2004
22 Apr 2004 206 units affected Ref JP-1110760

Front hub strength is insufficient. Repeated high-frequency cornering may cause cracks to develop near the base of the hub flange. Additional factors such as maintenance condition and load conditions may accelerate crack …

Mitsubishi Fuso 1991–1996 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Star 1991–1996
22 Apr 2004 157 units affected Ref JP-1110740

In vehicles equipped with an additional catalyst to comply with diesel emission regulations implemented in the Greater Tokyo Area (Saitama, Chiba, Tokyo, and Kanagawa prefectures), the exhaust pipe ahead of the main …

Isuzu Journey 2003–2004 Nissan Civilian 2003–2004

Nissan: Steering Gearbox

Steering
22 Apr 2004 179 units affected Ref JP-1110730

In vehicles modified from two-wheel drive to four-wheel drive, the rivets securing the steering gear bracket to the vehicle body have insufficient strength. Repeated maximum steering angle turns can cause these rivets …

Nissan Civilian 1995–2002

BMW: Strut

Wheel / axle
19 Apr 2004 18049 units affected Ref JP-1211040

The strut plate that retains the front wheel coil spring has insufficient strength. Repeated stop-and-go driving in high-temperature, high-humidity environments can cause cracks to develop in the plate, resulting in abnormal noise. …

BMW 525i A 1996–1997 BMW 528i A 1996–1997 BMW 540i A 1996–1997

Porsche: Headlights

Wheel / axle
16 Apr 2004 3 units affected Ref JP-1211060

The headlight leveling system contains an angle sensor linkage bracket mounted on the left rear trailing arm with improper installation methods. When the vehicle is lifted and the rear suspension is fully …

Porsche 911 GT3 RS 2003–2004

BMW: Fuel Pump

Fire risk
16 Apr 2004 684 units affected Ref JP-1211030

The fuel pump flange ring nut is insufficiently torqued, causing elevated fuel tank internal pressure to force fuel to leak from the gasket between the ring nut and fuel tank. In the …

BMW BMW F650 CS 2001–2003

BMW: Fuel Pump

Fire risk
16 Apr 2004 802 units affected Ref JP-1211024

④The fuel level sensor mount gasket has insufficient dimensions, which may cause fuel to leak from the mount due to engine vibrations, potentially resulting in fire.

BMW BMW K 1200 GT 2001–2002 BMW BMW K 1200 LT 2001–2002

BMW: Fuel Pump

Fire risk
16 Apr 2004 421 units affected Ref JP-1211023

③Insufficient fastening torque on the fuel pump flange causes fuel leakage from the flange due to increased internal pressure in the fuel tank, potentially resulting in fire.

BMW BMW K 1200 GT 2001–2003 BMW BMW K 1200 LT 2001–2003 BMW BMW K 1200 RS 2001–2003

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.