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 306 of 352

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17 Jul 2003 83687 units affected Ref JP-1109640

The parking brake cable exhibits inadequate durability performance at low temperatures, which may cause cracks to develop on the outer surface of the cable. If operation continues in this condition, the cable …

Isuzu Fargo Filly 1999–2001 Nissan Caravan Elgrand 1999–2001
15 Jul 2003 11 units affected Ref JP-1210370

In the brake system, the parking brake cable terminal fixing point has improper crimping. When the parking brake is actuated, the cable may disengage from the fixing point, potentially resulting in parking …

Fiat Barstner 2002
14 Jul 2003 14913 units affected Ref JP-1109630

In the power transmission system of rear dual-axle drive vehicles, the threaded connection at the input shaft coupling mounting point on the drive shaft side (inter-diff case outer) that connects the propeller …

Mitsubishi Fuso 1994–2003

Chevrolet: Rear-view mirror

Fire risk
11 Jul 2003 863 units affected Ref JP-1210380

In power-operated rear-view mirrors, inadequate protective circuitry may result in the protective fuse failing to blow if a short circuit or similar fault occurs in the wiring at the mirror position adjustment …

Chevrolet Astro Starcraft 1997–1999
11 Jul 2003 213 units affected Ref JP-1210350

Damaged brake pipes were installed in the left front wheel brake line piping of the brake system, which may cause brake fluid leakage from the affected pipe. In the worst case, braking …

Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2002

Chevrolet: Rear-view mirror

Fire risk
11 Jul 2003 3785 units affected Ref JP-1210340

In power-operated rear-view mirrors, due to inadequate protective circuitry, if a short circuit or similar fault occurs in the wiring at the mirror position adjustment switch, the protective fuse may not blow. …

Chevrolet Astro 1996–1998 Chevrolet Blazer 1996–1998
11 Jul 2003 25 units affected Ref JP-1210332

The seat position locking grooves on the driver and passenger seat rails are positioned inadequately, which may prevent the seat from being securely fixed when adjusted fore and aft. This can cause …

Ferrari 550 Barchetta Pininfarina 2001–2002

Ferrari: M/T

11 Jul 2003 25 units affected Ref JP-1210331

In the power transmission system, the manual transmission oil cooler rubber hose and metal pipe joint connection was processed improperly, causing cracks to develop in the rubber hose during manufacturing. If use …

Ferrari 550 Barchetta Pininfarina 2001–2002
10 Jul 2003 19870 units affected Ref JP-1109620

In the exhaust pipe of turbocharged vehicles, the mounting bracket structure supporting the exhaust pipe is inadequate, causing cracks to develop at the welded joint of the bracket due to vibration, resulting …

Mazda Scrum 2001–2002 Suzuki Every 2001–2002
10 Jul 2003 25 units affected Ref JP-1109580

In the braking system, insufficient brake hose strength may cause oil leakage at the hose crimped section. In the worst case, the brake fluid level and pressure warning light may illuminate, and …

Kawasaki 65DA 2000–2002
1 Jul 2003 6582 units affected Ref JP-1109610

The muffler (noise suppression device) has an improper internal structure. During driving, exhaust gas temperature and engine vibration may damage internal muffler components, causing abnormal noise. Continued use in this condition may …

Nissan Condor 2002–2003
1 Jul 2003 7889 units affected Ref JP-1109600

In the fuel injection pump, cracks may develop in the cold-start advance control lever during the injection timing adjustment process. Continued use in this condition may cause the advance control lever to …

Mitsubishi Challenger 1994–1997 Mitsubishi Delica 1994–1997
1 Jul 2003 1284 units affected Ref JP-1109592

The front coil springs have improper geometry and insufficient corrosion resistance. During operation, coil-to-coil contact and mud/water accumulation in the anti-rattle tube cause coating breakdown and corrosion progression. Continued use may result …

Mitsubishi Dignity 1999–2001 Mitsubishi Proudia 1999–2001
1 Jul 2003 1284 units affected Ref JP-1109591

The automatic transmission mount rubber has insufficient heat resistance. Prolonged idling and similar conditions cause thermal degradation and rupture of the rubber component. Continued operation in this state may result in the …

Mitsubishi Dignity 1999–2001 Mitsubishi Proudia 1999–2001
24 Jun 2003 181 units affected Ref JP-1210310

In the seating device, some fastening bolts securing the driver's seat backrest and backrest angle adjustment mechanism have insufficient tightening torque. Continued use in this condition may cause the bolts to loosen, …

Chrysler 300M 1999–2001
19 Jun 2003 271 units affected Ref JP-1210322

In the engine, some engine control computer programs are improper, which may cause delays in control signal transmission. This can result in delayed engine speed response to accelerator input, or temporary deviation …

Volvo Volvo FH12 2002

Volvo: Computer

Fire risk
19 Jun 2003 271 units affected Ref JP-1210321

In the lighting system, the lighting control computer program is inappropriate. When front fog lamps or marker lamps are installed, excessive load on the control unit may cause overheating. This can result …

Volvo Volvo FH12 2002–2003
17 Jun 2003 518 units affected Ref JP-2102240

The washer at the front fender mounting point is missing, causing the front fender mounting bolt to loosen and potentially detach. Continued use in this condition may result in front fender detachment, …

Kawasaki D-TRACKER 2002–2003
17 Jun 2003 682 units affected Ref JP-1109550

The return spring mounting bracket of the accelerator lever in the engine fuel injection system has insufficient strength. Repeated prolonged operation at high engine RPM may result in bracket failure, causing the …

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero King 1997–2000 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Queen 1997–2000 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Bus 1997–2000
17 Jun 2003 2311 units affected Ref JP-1109540

In discharge-type (HID) low-beam headlights, inadequate waterproofing at electrical wiring branch points allows water ingress into the ignition control unit, causing circuit board corrosion and potential headlight failure.

Mitsubishi Fuso Aero King 1999–2003 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Queen 1999–2003 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Bus 1999–2003

Kawasaki: Wiring

Brakes
17 Jun 2003 760 units affected Ref JP-1109530

In the electrical system, improper assembly has resulted in: ① Missing band for securing the main harness to the clamp, causing the main harness to detach from the clamp and potentially interfere …

Kawasaki KLX250 2002–2003
17 Jun 2003 20 units affected Ref JP-1109510

The bracket securing the traction motor (electric motor) to the vehicle body has an inadequate design. Operating vibrations can cause cracks in the bracket or fracture the mounting bolts. In the worst …

Mitsubishi Mitsubishi Battery Forklift 1999–2001

Honda: Wiring

Brakes
16 Jun 2003 1833 units affected Ref JP-1109570

Electrical wiring harness protection installed on the vehicle body is inadequate. During wiring assembly, the wire insulation may be damaged by the edge of welded body seams (pipe frame cut edges). Continued …

Honda CB1300 SUPER FOUR 2003

Isuzu/Honda: Vehicle Frame

Loss of control
13 Jun 2003 64276 units affected Ref JP-1109560

Insufficient welding of frame structural components in the vehicle frame can cause cracks in the weld, and further cracks around the shock absorber mounting bracket. This may result in abnormal noise during …

Honda Jazz 1993–1996 Honda Horizon 1993–1996 Isuzu MU 1993–1996 Isuzu Bighorn 1993–1996
12 Jun 2003 347 units affected Ref JP-1210300

In the suspension system, the lower arm mounting bolts are insufficiently torqued. Under road impact during driving, these bolts may loosen and cause noise. If use continues in this state, play develops …

Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo 156 3.2 GTA 2002–2003
12 Jun 2003 328 units affected Ref JP-1210290

The mounting bracket of the rear-view mirror has insufficient strength, and may fracture due to vibration during operation, causing the rear-view mirror to detach.

Harley-Davidson XL1200C Sportster 1200 Custom 2001–2002
12 Jun 2003 12 units affected Ref JP-1210280

In the engine, improper machining of the throttle body causes the throttle valve mounted internally to not operate smoothly in some cases. In the worst case, engine speed may not decrease even …

Land Rover Land Rover Discovery 2002–2003
12 Jun 2003 4637 units affected Ref JP-1210270

Due to improper programming in the turn signal control unit, control signals may not be transmitted normally. When the turn signal is activated, the instrument panel indicator light may blink while the …

Jaguar X-TYPE 2.0 V6 2001–2002 Jaguar X-TYPE 2.5 V6 2001–2002 Jaguar X-TYPE 3.0 V6 SE 2001–2002
9 Jun 2003 16345 units affected Ref JP-1109520

In the front-axle independent suspension drive system, the water ingress prevention structure of the front wheel hub inner bearing is inadequate, allowing mud water to enter the bearing interior and cause rust …

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 2002–2003
6 Jun 2003 146 units affected Ref JP-1210260

In the front wheel braking system, improper routing of the brake hose may cause the hose to become pinched between the front fork under-bracket and the steering stopper when the steering wheel …

ドカテイ 749S 2002–2003 ドカテイ 999 2002–2003

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.