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

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Rover: ABS

Brakes
18 Apr 2002 1862 units affected Ref JP-1209422

The ABS control unit program is inappropriate. When fine metal particles adhere to the ABS sensor, the speed signal may not be recognized correctly, and the ABS may malfunction during low-speed braking, …

ローバー Land Rover Discovery V8i 1998–2002
18 Apr 2002 1862 units affected Ref JP-1209421

Due to improper installation procedures for the accelerator cable at the engine, some cables are deformed. Repeated accelerator operation may cause the inner cable to fray and become difficult to move, potentially …

Land Rover Land Rover Discovery V8i 1998–2002 ローバー Land Rover Discovery V8i 1998–2002
16 Apr 2002 52128 units affected Ref JP-1108280

In the power transmission device, improper assembly of the reduction gear shaft within the automatic transmission causes the roller bearing of the shaft to wear, generating abnormal noise. Continued operation in this …

Mazda AZ Wagon 2000–2001 Mazda Carol 2000–2001 Mazda Laputa 2000–2001 Suzuki Kei 2000–2001 Suzuki Alto 2000–2001 +1 more

Nissan: Steering Gear Box

Steering
11 Apr 2002 1088 units affected Ref JP-1108270

In the steering system, certain fixed nuts in the hydraulic control section within the steering gear box have improper machining. Continued use in this condition may result in degradation of hydraulic power …

Nissan - 1997–1998

Subaru: Seat

11 Apr 2002 80810 units affected Ref JP-1108240

In the seating system, certain mounting bolts that secure the internal frame and backrest adjustment mechanism of the driver's seat backrest have insufficient fastening torque. During use, these bolts may loosen, and …

Subaru Vivio 1997–1998
10 Apr 2002 425 units affected Ref JP-1108260

In the speedometer, some vehicles have insufficient length in the vehicle speed sensor electrical wiring. This wiring may break due to vibration during operation, potentially causing the speedometer to become inoperative.

Hino Hino Rainbow 1999–2002
4 Apr 2002 147 units affected Ref JP-1108250

Replacement steering shafts contain defective welds at the intermediate shaft joint (connecting shaft between steering wheel and gearbox). Continued use of vehicles with this installed replacement part may result in joint fracture, …

Daihatsu Delta Wide Wagon 1985–1991 Toyota Toyota Town Ace Van 1985–1991 Toyota Toyota Town Ace Van 4WD 1985–1991 Toyota Toyota Town Ace Wagon 1985–1991 Toyota Toyota Town Ace Wagon 4WD 1985–1991

Volvo: Power Steering

Steering
28 Mar 2002 489 units affected Ref JP-2202070

In the steering system, the support method for the power steering hydraulic piping is inadequate. Engine vibration can cause the nut at the hydraulic pipe connection to loosen, resulting in oil leakage. …

Volvo S80 1999
26 Mar 2002 75 units affected Ref JP-1108230

The torque rod mounting support in the shock absorber assembly has improper welds. Impact during operation may cause cracks to develop at the weld joint of the support. In worst case, the …

タダノ TR-250M 1999–2001

Mitsubishi: Starting System

Fire risk
26 Mar 2002 344806 units affected Ref JP-1108200

The starter switch in the starting device contains improperly machined components. Repeated starting operations may cause the starter key to return slowly. Continued use in this condition can cause the starter key …

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 1994–2001
22 Mar 2002 3979 units affected Ref JP-2102090

On mopeds, due to improper manufacturing processes in throttle cable production, burrs may form on the inner surface of the cable outer casing. The inner wire can fray when it interferes with …

Honda Crea Scoopy 2001 Honda Dio 2001

Honda: Airbag

Airbag
22 Mar 2002 115 units affected Ref JP-1209410

The weld at the filter joint in the passenger-side airbag inflator is inadequate. During airbag deployment, the filter joint may separate and the outer cylinder may rupture. As a result, insufficient inflation …

Honda Inspire Saber 1999–2000

Mitsubishi: MG500S / MG500S(E)

Loss of control
22 Mar 2002 12 units affected Ref JP-1108220

The control device (controller) for the work implement (blade) has improper programming. If wiring for the controller experiences poor contact, disconnection, or similar faults, the stored blade may suddenly actuate. In the …

Mitsubishi MG500S 1996–2001 Mitsubishi MG500S(E) 1996–2001
22 Mar 2002 67095 units affected Ref JP-1108210

The driver's seat belt buckle has an improperly manufactured base within the tang receiver, which may prevent the tang from being properly secured when the belt is fastened. This can cause the …

Honda Life 2001 Honda Life Dunk 2001
14 Mar 2002 8339 units affected Ref JP-1108180

In the electrical system, carburetor heater wiring is incorrectly routed in some units. Engine vibration during operation causes the wiring to be pulled tightly, resulting in fracture of the carburetor heater terminals …

Kawasaki Epsilon 2000–2002 Suzuki Skywave 2000–2002

Opel: Engine Unit

Steering
12 Mar 2002 3762 units affected Ref JP-1209390

In the engine, improper adhesion of the vibration-damping rubber ring on the crankshaft pulley may cause the bond to separate, generating abnormal noise. If operation continues in this condition, the belt may …

オペル Omega 1997–1999 オペル Omega Wagon 1997–1999 オペル Vectra 1997–1999 オペル Vectra Wagon 1997–1999
12 Mar 2002 448 units affected Ref JP-1209380

The master cylinder seals in the braking system use material with insufficient cold-resistance. When brake operation occurs at sub-zero ambient temperatures, the seal deforms, and in the worst case, fluid leakage occurs, …

Mercedes-Benz A160 2000–2001 Mercedes-Benz A190 2000–2001
12 Mar 2002 66 units affected Ref JP-1108170

In the engine, some units have a missing balancer bearing at the center of the balancer shaft. This causes the shaft to vibrate, which can damage other bearings and result in improper …

Kawasaki ZRX 1200R 2001
8 Mar 2002 1016 units affected Ref JP-1209400

In the electrical system, improper routing of the engine control wiring in the engine compartment may cause the metal clip tab of the heater hose to rupture the wire insulation due to …

Honda Lagreat 2001–2002
8 Mar 2002 61 units affected Ref JP-1209370

The front mounting bracket of the rear shock absorber has insufficient strength due to an improper casting method. Cracks may develop in the bracket due to vibration and impact during driving. If …

ビューエル M2 Cyclone 2001 ビューエル X1 Lightning 2001
8 Mar 2002 7 units affected Ref JP-1108190

In child seats for young passengers, some bolts may not be installed during the assembly process of the child seat attachment devices on the rear left and right seats. In the event …

Mazda Familia 2002
5 Mar 2002 329 units affected Ref JP-1108150

In vehicles equipped with a 12-speed manual transmission, the function to suppress instantaneous voltage increases generated during actuation of the transmission shift solenoid valve is insufficient. Noise generated from the solenoid valve …

Nissan - 2000–2002

Honda: Engine Block

Steering
28 Feb 2002 720 units affected Ref JP-2202060

The crankshaft timing belt guide plate mounting surface in the engine is improperly machined, resulting in insufficient mounting surface area in some units. Continued use in this condition may cause the pulley …

Honda Civic Coupe 1995–1996
28 Feb 2002 26 units affected Ref JP-1209360

In the front-wheel brake system, the rubber grommet securing the speedometer cable near the brake pipe has an inappropriate structure and shape. Vibration of the cable causes the grommet to wear, which …

BMW BMW R 1150 GS 2001
28 Feb 2002 2145 units affected Ref JP-1108140

In pneumatic parking brake systems, improper installation of wheel cylinder boots may result in insufficient sealing. Water ingress into the boot causes corrosion of the draw rod and wedge rod, leading to …

Isuzu GIGA 1999–2001
28 Feb 2002 22626 units affected Ref JP-1108130

In the braking system of two-wheel-drive vehicles (excluding turbocharged models), the left rear wheel brake pipe is inadequately secured. This can cause resonance vibration during high-speed driving, which may crack the brake …

Mitsubishi Pajero Mini 1998–2001
26 Feb 2002 40 units affected Ref JP-1108160

In the engine, improper routing of electrical wiring for the electronically controlled fuel injection pump causes the wiring to contact the fuel pipe fixing bracket. Continued operation in this condition may result …

タダノ CREVO120 2001–2002
19 Feb 2002 663 units affected Ref JP-1209350

Insufficient fastening of the bolt attaching the accelerator pedal to its support bracket in the engine throttle actuator may cause the bolt to loosen and detach due to acceleration operation or vehicle …

Ford Explorer 2001
19 Feb 2002 81 units affected Ref JP-1108110

In four-wheel drive vehicles, there are defects in the welds of the support bearing bracket that supports the propeller shaft. Due to vibration and other factors, the propeller shaft may disengage from …

Mitsubishi Diamante 2001
14 Feb 2002 1460 units affected Ref JP-2102040

The bracket mounting the engine and rear wheel to the frame has improper welding, resulting in insufficient weld strength. Engine vibration may cause cracks in the weld. Continued use in this condition …

Yamaha Cygnus XC125SV 2001

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.