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 316 of 352

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14 Feb 2002 47 units affected Ref JP-1108120

In the front axle suspension devices of vehicles equipped with standard floor air suspension, improper welding has been found on lateral rod brackets. Cracks may develop, and continued use in this condition …

Nissan - 2000–2001
14 Feb 2002 50 units affected Ref JP-1108100

On vehicles equipped with one-step floor air suspension, improper welding has been found on the lower torque rod bracket of the front axle suspension. Cracks can develop in this bracket, and continued …

Nissan - 2000–2001
14 Feb 2002 182 units affected Ref JP-1108090

In vehicles equipped with air springs on the front wheels, insufficient lateral member strength may cause the member to fracture. In worst case, increased lateral vehicle drift could cause the air spring …

Nissan - 1999–2001
13 Feb 2002 391 units affected Ref JP-1209330

In the driver's seat area, the knee blocker (a component located below the instrument panel) may be improperly assembled. During vehicle operation, vibrations may cause the knee blocker to fall toward the …

Chrysler Jeep Cherokee 2001
12 Feb 2002 34560 units affected Ref JP-2102050

In mopeds, due to improper manufacturing processes of the throttle cable, burrs may form on the inner surface of the cable's outer casing. The inner wire can snag on these burrs and …

Honda Crea Scoopy 2000–2001 Honda Zoomer 2000–2001 Honda Dio 2000–2001
8 Feb 2002 4635 units affected Ref JP-1108080

On the vehicle body, the rear right interior steel plate at the location where the second row right seat belt retractor is mounted may have incomplete welding in certain areas. When excessive …

Honda Mobilio 2001–2002
7 Feb 2002 73 units affected Ref JP-1209340

In the power transmission system, the fitting dimensions at the clutch lever end of the clutch cable are inappropriate, causing the component to not move smoothly during clutch operation. Repeated clutch operation …

Triumph Speed Triple 2001 Triumph Sprint RS 2001 Triumph Sprint ST 2001 Triumph Tiger 2001
7 Feb 2002 13820 units affected Ref JP-1108070

In the brake light switch of vehicles with automatic transmissions, the contact material of the switch is inappropriate, causing heat generation due to electrical discharge between contacts. In the worst case, shaft …

Suzuki Swift 2000–2001
5 Feb 2002 57947 units affected Ref JP-2102030

In the seat belt tensioner of the front seat (a device that instantly retracts the belt upon collision to restrain occupants to the seat), some metal containers have improperly machined threads. When …

Toyota Caldina 1998 Toyota Crown 1998 Toyota Crown Patrol Car 1998 Toyota Corona 1998 Toyota Delta Wagon 1998 +3 more

Peugeot: Airbag

Airbag
31 Jan 2002 10 units affected Ref JP-2202020

The passenger seat airbag control unit contains defective electrical circuitry. Upon collision or similar impact, normal signals may not be transmitted, resulting in the airbag failing to deploy or deploying insufficiently.

Peugeot Peugeot 206 XT 2000–2001 Peugeot Peugeot 206 XT Premium 2000–2001
31 Jan 2002 12 units affected Ref JP-1209320

The bolts securing the left end of the lap belt on the front passenger seat and left rear seat to the vehicle body may be insufficiently tightened. Vibration during driving may cause …

Peugeot Peugeot 306 XSi 2001 Peugeot Peugeot 306 Cashmere 2001 Peugeot Peugeot 306 Style 2001

Peugeot: Wiring

Steering
31 Jan 2002 361 units affected Ref JP-1209310

In the electrical system, engine control wiring routed near the steering column shaft is positioned improperly, causing interference with the steering column shaft. Vibration during driving may damage the wire insulation, and …

Peugeot Peugeot 206 CC 2000–2001
31 Jan 2002 12377 units affected Ref JP-1209300

In the braking system, the end fitting dimensions of the front brake hose are inappropriate, causing the hose to bend sharply when turning the steering wheel. Repeated steering operations may damage the …

Peugeot Peugeot 306 1993–1999 Peugeot Peugeot 306 ST 1993–1999 Peugeot Peugeot 306 XSi 1993–1999 Peugeot Peugeot 306 Cashmere 1993–1999 Peugeot Peugeot 306 Cabriolet 1993–1999 +2 more
31 Jan 2002 88 units affected Ref JP-1209290

In the engine, some crankshaft angle sensors have cracks in internal capacitors due to improper machining methods. These sensors fail to transmit normal signals, which can cause unstable engine rotation. In worst …

Hyundai Santa Fe 2000–2001 Hyundai Trajet 2000–2001

Audi: Damping arms/rods

Wheel / axle
31 Jan 2002 787 units affected Ref JP-1209260

In the suspension system, the ball joints connecting the rear suspension upper arm, lower arm, and trailing arm have inappropriate material composition, causing corrosion at these joints. Continued use in this condition …

Audi Audi A3 1.8T Quattro 1999–2000 Audi Audi TT Coupe 1.8 T quattro 1999–2000
31 Jan 2002 41950 units affected Ref JP-1108062

In the headlight dimmer switch, improper terminal assembly results in low contact pressure on the passing beam terminal. Contact wear occurs during switching operations, causing poor electrical contact. This may result in …

Honda Life Dunk 1999–2002
31 Jan 2002 344461 units affected Ref JP-1108061

In the driver's seat belt buckle (tongue receiver), the base within the buckle is manufactured using an inappropriate method. As a result, the tongue may not be correctly inserted when the belt …

Honda Life 2001–2002 Honda Life Dunk 2001–2002
31 Jan 2002 55458 units affected Ref JP-1108010

Four-wheel drive vehicles' front-drive propeller shafts have insufficient durability in the rear universal joint. Grease leakage from the universal joint causes inadequate lubrication, resulting in noise. Continued operation may lead to universal …

Mazda Bongo Friendee 1995–2001 ニホンフォード Freida 1995–2001

Mitsubishi: ABS

Brakes
29 Jan 2002 22417 units affected Ref JP-2102000

The anti-lock brake system (ABS) control program in the braking system is defective. When braking while turning the steering wheel sharply immediately after ABS operation ceases, the ABS may malfunction, resulting in …

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 1999–2001
29 Jan 2002 1144 units affected Ref JP-1108040

In the engine, the shaft of the vacuum pump used in the exhaust gas recirculation device has inadequate heat treatment, resulting in insufficient strength in some units. Shaft fracture prevents negative pressure …

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 2000–2001 Mitsubishi Fuso Fighter 2000–2001
29 Jan 2002 15065 units affected Ref JP-1108020

In the engine, vacuum pump shafts used in the brake booster and exhaust gas recirculation system have inadequate heat treatment, resulting in insufficient strength in some units. Shaft fracture prevents negative pressure …

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 2000–2001

Ford: Headlights

Fire risk
25 Jan 2002 14065 units affected Ref JP-1209280

Due to improper internal structure of the headlight switch in the lighting system, electrical resistance increases at the internal contacts, causing overheating and degradation. This may result in headlights failing to illuminate …

Ford Explorer 1994–2000
25 Jan 2002 1997 units affected Ref JP-1108050

In the engine electronic control unit (ECU) of vehicles equipped with Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), the air-fuel ratio control program is inappropriate, causing the air-fuel ratio correction control to not operate while …

Honda CR-V 2001
24 Jan 2002 543 units affected Ref JP-2202010

In the power transmission system, due to inappropriate programming of the auxiliary transmission control computer, gear engagement within the auxiliary transmission may become insufficient. When the engine is shut down, gear engagement …

Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2001
24 Jan 2002 512 units affected Ref JP-1209272

In the fuel system, the left-side fuel hose routing is improper. Vehicle vibration may cause interference with the edge of the relay mounting plate (located near the starter and other components behind …

BMW BMW R 1200 C 1997–1998

BMW: Steering handlebar

Steering
24 Jan 2002 512 units affected Ref JP-1209271

In the steering system, the threaded hole for mounting the top bridge that secures the steering handlebar at the frame end was machined improperly. Residual material in the threaded hole causes galvanic …

BMW BMW R 1200 C 1997–1998
24 Jan 2002 80 units affected Ref JP-1108030

In the fuel system, some fuel cock diaphragms were over-tightened excessively against the valve, causing cracks in the diaphragm and creating a risk of fuel leakage.

Yamaha XVS250 Dragstar 2001
24 Jan 2002 654 units affected Ref JP-1108000

In the 6-speed manual transmission powertrain, some internal oil pump shafts have insufficient strength due to improper heat treatment. The shaft may fracture and jam between the transmission case and internal gears, …

Subaru Impreza 2000–2001

Subaru: Fuel Hose/Pipe

Fire risk
24 Jan 2002 205376 units affected Ref JP-1107990

In the fuel system, the fuel hose material used in engines with electronic fuel injection and no turbocharger is inappropriate. This material loses flexibility at high temperatures. If use continues in this …

Subaru Vivio 1995–1998
23 Jan 2002 49422 units affected Ref JP-2201990

Due to improper structure of the crankshaft pulley in the engine, the rubber ring for vibration damping may fracture. Continued operation in this condition can cause the ring to shift, producing abnormal …

Mercedes-Benz C240 1997–2000 Mercedes-Benz C240 Station Wagon 1997–2000 Mercedes-Benz C280 1997–2000 Mercedes-Benz CL500 1997–2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK320 1997–2000 +16 more

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.