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 302 of 352

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13 Jan 2004 8923 units affected Ref JP-1110210

The dynamic damper installed to reduce vibration of the rear axle differential has insufficient strength in the weight support rubber and the pin that prevents weight loss. Continued use in this condition …

Mitsubishi Delica 1994–1999
13 Jan 2004 36434 units affected Ref JP-1110200

In the fuel system, the fuel tank installation process was improper, resulting in insufficient fastening torque on the fuel tank front mounting nuts. Continued use in this condition may cause the nuts …

Mitsubishi Minicab 1999–2001
8 Jan 2004 233 units affected Ref JP-1110240

An improperly sized diaphragm was installed in the accelerator pump chamber of the carburetor. When the diaphragm swells due to the carburetor and diaphragm combination, internal stress within the diaphragm becomes excessive …

Kawasaki Vulcan400Drifter 2003 Kawasaki VulcanClassic 2003
7 Jan 2004 1962 units affected Ref JP-1210750

Some brake light relay contacts are made of improper material. Repeated braking operations may cause these contacts to wear, weld, or develop poor contact. As a result, the brake light may remain …

Volvo Volvo V70 2002
7 Jan 2004 2343 units affected Ref JP-1210740

Some fuel delivery pipes have insufficient adhesion of the end cover that secures the service nipple (terminal for fuel pressure confirmation). Fuel pressure may cause the adhesive bond to separate and the …

Volvo Volvo S40 2002–2003 Volvo Volvo V40 2002–2003
26 Dec 2003 79 units affected Ref JP-1210760

Due to inadequate throttle valve return mechanism, the accelerator rod connecting the left and right throttle valves may interfere with the air filter box, resulting in insufficient throttle valve return. Consequently, engine …

モト・グッツィ California EV 1997–2001
26 Dec 2003 11 units affected Ref JP-1110280

The serration coupling between the steering shaft and gearbox is improperly matched. Continued use in this condition causes wear of the serration, which in worst case may result in insufficient engagement and …

Mitsubishi Fuso Rosa 2002–2003
25 Dec 2003 1104 units affected Ref JP-2102420

Improper machining of the dump bed operation lever allows the spring that returns the lock release button to become unstable and deform. As a result, the lock release button may fail to …

Hino Hino Super Dolphin Profia 2003 Hino Hino Ranger 2003

BMW: Drum/Disc Brakes

Brakes
25 Dec 2003 376 units affected Ref JP-1210730

In the rear-wheel braking system, some brake caliper mounting bolts are insufficiently tightened. Vehicle vibration can cause these bolts to loosen, resulting in noise during braking. If operation continues in this condition, …

BMW BMW F650 CS 2002–2003
25 Dec 2003 1553 units affected Ref JP-1210710

The routing of the O2 sensor wiring for the emissions control system and the high-voltage cable for the secondary ignition plugs on the right-side cylinders of the engine is improper, which can …

BMW BMW R 1100 S 2002–2003 BMW BMW R 1150 GS 2002–2003 BMW BMW R 1150 GS Adventure 2002–2003 BMW BMW R 1150 R 2002–2003 BMW BMW R 1150 R Rockster 2002–2003 +3 more
22 Dec 2003 39 units affected Ref JP-1110190

The lighting circuit is improperly designed such that when the front fog lights are illuminated, the parking lights cannot be extinguished, failing to meet safety standards for parking lights.

Komatsu GD655-3 1998–2002 小松 GD355A-3 1998–2002 小松 GD405-3 1998–2002
22 Dec 2003 393 units affected Ref JP-1110180

Improper fastening of electrical wiring (signal and power circuits) allows the wiring to contact swivel stoppers and pipe clamps during vehicle vibration, causing damage. Damaged signal wiring may result in engine shutdown …

小松メック LW250-5 1996–1997
17 Dec 2003 284 units affected Ref JP-1210722

Insufficient strength in the transmission internal shift sliding components (dual-action hose) and damping spring section. Impact during shifting may cause the hose or spring section to fracture, resulting in inability to perform …

モト・グッツィ V11 SPORT 1999–2001
17 Dec 2003 284 units affected Ref JP-1210721

①The fastening bolts of the connecting rod inside the engine are made of inappropriate material. When the engine is continuously operated at high RPM, these bolts may come loose. This can result …

モト・グッツィ V11 SPORT 1999–2001

Mitsubishi: ABS

Brakes
15 Dec 2003 2243 units affected Ref JP-2102410

When exposed to unintended spurious high-power radio waves, the ABS control unit (ECU) may misidentify wheel lock conditions due to noise mixed into wheel speed sensor signals. This can cause the ABS …

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Star 1988–1993 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Bus 1988–1993

Yamaha: Engine General

Fire risk
15 Dec 2003 5040 units affected Ref JP-1110140

Due to improper wiring of the carburetor warming device (carb warmer) used in low temperatures, a potential difference is generated between the carburetor and frame when the carb warmer operates. Consequently, if …

Yamaha Cygnus X XC125 2003

Honda: Steering Handle

Steering
11 Dec 2003 6487 units affected Ref JP-1110170

Due to improper dimensional specifications between the handle holder that secures the handlebar and the vehicle body's handle post, gaps exist at the handle holder seating surface. Running vibration and other factors …

Honda Silver Wing 2001–2003
11 Dec 2003 5503 units affected Ref JP-1110160

Two types of capacitors (for electrical noise filtering and CPU operation monitoring circuit for speed display) installed on the digital speedometer control board are inadequate, causing: ① At elevated temperatures near the …

Honda Fusion 2003
11 Dec 2003 289 units affected Ref JP-1110150

Improper press processing of elements (belt segments) that compose the metal belt in the continuously variable transmission causes concentrated loads at the element root during vehicle operation, potentially resulting in crack initiation …

Honda Fit 2003 Honda Mobilio 2003 Honda Mobilio Spike 2003
10 Dec 2003 57451 units affected Ref JP-2102400

The fastening structure of the engine kick starter lever is inadequate, causing the securing bolts and nuts to loosen and develop play. Continued use in this condition can cause the lever to …

Suzuki Choinori 2003
10 Dec 2003 3 units affected Ref JP-1210700

The steering knuckle geometry of the steering system is improper, causing interference between the knuckle and the rubber boot of the ball joint on the lower arm, which can damage the boot. …

Chevrolet Astro Starcraft 2003
10 Dec 2003 114 units affected Ref JP-1210690

The steering knuckle shape of the steering apparatus is inappropriate, causing interference between the knuckle and the rubber boot of the ball joint with the lower arm. This can damage the rubber …

Chevrolet Astro 2002–2003
10 Dec 2003 334 units affected Ref JP-1210680

In the engine, the shape of the engine oil outlet in the timing chain lubrication system is improper. Continued use in this condition may result in insufficient lubrication of the timing chain, …

Subaru Traviq 2001 オペル Astra 2001 オペル Vectra 2001

Porsche: Power Steering

Fire risk
9 Dec 2003 56 units affected Ref JP-1210670

Insufficient tightening of the pressure hose connection on the power steering pump may cause hydraulic fluid to leak from the connection. This increases steering effort and, in worst case scenarios, leaked hydraulic …

Porsche 911 GT2 2002–2003 Porsche 911 Turbo 2002–2003
9 Dec 2003 187 units affected Ref JP-1110120

Three-way dump truck bed frame vehicles have incorrect stopper components installed on the body cross hinge—the anti-withdrawal stopper that secures the bracket connecting the cargo bed to the hydraulic cylinder assembly. Continued …

Hino Hino Dutro 2000–2003 Isuzu Elf 2000–2003 Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 2000–2003 Nissan Atlas 2000–2003 Nissan Condor 2000–2003 +1 more
8 Dec 2003 64 units affected Ref JP-1210630

① The lock mechanism of the front-rear slide device for the driver and front passenger seats is inadequately designed, allowing foreign matter to become lodged in the lock mechanism and preventing secure …

Renault Avanttime 2002
4 Dec 2003 259 units affected Ref JP-1110130

Some damper (transverse link) ball joint bracket machining is inadequate. Repeated road input during driving can cause cracks in the bracket. Continued use may lead to bracket fracture, tire interference with the …

Nissan Hypermini 1999–2003
4 Dec 2003 316 units affected Ref JP-1110050

The rubber strength of the center bearing that supports the propeller shaft is inadequate. During vehicle startup and climbing, shock torque from the engine and transmission causes cracks in the rubber. This …

Hino Hino Blue Ribbon 1998–2003 Hino Hino Blue Ribbon City 1998–2003
3 Dec 2003 1161 units affected Ref JP-1210660

Brake pipe mounting method is inadequate, causing potential interference between the brake pipe and steering gearbox fixed bracket due to vibration during operation. This results in corrosion of the anti-rust coating on …

Hyundai Elantra 2000–2002 Hyundai Coupe 2000–2002
3 Dec 2003 152 units affected Ref JP-1210650

Insufficient spring tension in the retractor mechanism of the driver and passenger seat belts may result in incomplete retraction when the belt is pulled out. This could fail to restrain occupants adequately …

Hyundai XG 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.