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 319 of 352

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Ford: Windshield Wiper

Fire risk
27 Sep 2001 19 units affected Ref JP-1209020

The windshield wiper for the front glass has an improperly designed electrical contact structure in the blade position control circuit built into the plastic gear cover. Continued use in this condition can …

Ford Lincoln Continental 2000

Komatsu: Drum/Disc

Brakes
27 Sep 2001 34 units affected Ref JP-1107770

In the braking system, improper machining of the anchor bracket bolt mounting section causes loosening of the bracket attachment. Continued use in this condition may result in bolt fracture, which could damage …

小松 - 1996–1999
27 Sep 2001 1428 units affected Ref JP-1107760

Some propeller shafts have misaligned weld positions resulting in insufficient strength. In the worst case, the weld may separate, causing the shaft to spin freely and rendering the vehicle unable to drive.

Isuzu GIGA 2000–2001
27 Sep 2001 129 units affected Ref JP-1107750

In the power transmission system, the switching contact points inside the forward/reverse shift lever have an improper structure, which may cause the contact points to become stiff and difficult to move. If …

T C M L3-2 2001 T C M L4-2 2001 T C M L5-2 2001 T C M L9-2 2001 古河 FL301-3 2001 +7 more

Kawasaki: Wiring

Steering
27 Sep 2001 650 units affected Ref JP-1107720

In the electrical system, the meter wiring routing is improper. If continued in this condition, when the handlebar is turned fully left, the wiring may contact and be damaged by the fixing …

Kawasaki ZRX 1200R 2001
26 Sep 2001 552 units affected Ref JP-1107730

Aluminum air tanks that supply compressed air to the braking system may develop surface cracks due to improper heat treatment of the tanks. Continued use in this condition can allow cracks to …

Nissan - 1995–1997
18 Sep 2001 362 units affected Ref JP-2101880

In engines equipped with an idle stop device, improper clearance setting between the butterfly valve tip of the intake throttle valve and the valve case may prevent smooth valve opening, potentially making …

Isuzu Erga 2000–2001 Isuzu Gala 2000–2001
18 Sep 2001 411 units affected Ref JP-1209010

In the alternator electrical wiring, certain wiring harnesses are undersized. If operation continues in this condition, engine vibration may cause the terminal ends of the wiring to fracture, resulting in loss of …

Isuzu MU 2000–2001 Isuzu WIZARD 2000–2001
18 Sep 2001 604 units affected Ref JP-1208990

The parking brake automatic stroke adjustment mechanism is defectively designed with insufficient engagement of the locking pawl. Continued use in this condition may cause the pawl engagement to disengage, increasing brake cable …

Chrysler Grand Voyager 1999–2000 Chrysler Voyager 1999–2000
18 Sep 2001 14 units affected Ref JP-1107740

In the engine, some cam shaft drive gear fastening bolts are insufficiently tightened. If operation continues in this condition, engine vibration may cause the bolts to loosen. In the worst case, the …

ニイガタ Niigata NR600 Rotary Snow Plow 1990–1997 ニイガタ Niigata NR60A Rotary Snow Plow 1990–1997 ニイガタ Niigata NR821 Rotary Snow Plow 1990–1997
13 Sep 2001 16103 units affected Ref JP-1208980

The starter switch case lacks sufficient structural strength. Continued use in this condition may result in switch case fracture. In the worst case, after the engine is started by the starter, the …

Audi Audi A4 1.8 1995–1997 Audi Audi A4 1.8T Quattro 1995–1997 Audi Audi A4 2.6 1995–1997 Audi Audi A4 2.8 quattro 1995–1997

Honda: Fuel Hose/Pipe

Fire risk
13 Sep 2001 20782 units affected Ref JP-1107710

In the fuel system, foreign material contamination during manufacture of the fuel return hose (which returns fuel from the fuel injector to the tank) has resulted in insufficient hose strength in some …

Honda Life Dunk 2001
6 Sep 2001 39 units affected Ref JP-1209000

The seat belts in the driver and front passenger seats have an improper buckle structure, causing the belt release button to not return to its proper position in some cases. This prevents …

Ford Expedition 2000–2001 Ford Mercury Grand Marquis 2000–2001 Ford Lincoln Town Car 2000–2001
6 Sep 2001 9 units affected Ref JP-1107700

Certain engines have insufficient tightening force on the camshaft drive gear fastening bolts. Continued use in this condition may cause the bolts to loosen due to engine vibration. In worst case scenarios, …

ニッセキ HTR601 1986–1997 ニッセキ HTR602 1986–1997
6 Sep 2001 79605 units affected Ref JP-1107690

In the lighting system, the surface treatment of the wiring terminals in the headlight control switch is inadequate. When the headlight switching operation is performed, the terminal fitting moves, increasing contact resistance. …

Honda Insight 1998–2001 Honda Logo 1998–2001
6 Sep 2001 146338 units affected Ref JP-1107680

In the power transmission system of manual transmission vehicles, improper assembly of the gear shift control cable has caused inner cable deformation in some units. Continued use in this condition concentrates stress …

Mazda Scrum 1998–2000 Suzuki Every 1998–2000 Suzuki Carry 1998–2000

BMW: Fuel Hose/Pipe

Fire risk
30 Aug 2001 639 units affected Ref JP-1208970

The fuel hose routing in the right cylinder fuel line of the engine is improper. Continued use in this condition may cause the fuel hose and fuel pipe to interfere due to …

BMW BMW R 1100 S 1998–1999
30 Aug 2001 41802 units affected Ref JP-1107670

In diesel engines, the tension guide—a component that adjusts the tension of the timing chain that drives the camshaft—has insufficient strength. Chain resonance can cause the guide to fracture, producing abnormal noise. …

Mazda Familia 1997–2001 Nissan AD 1997–2001 Nissan Expert 1997–2001 Nissan Sunny 1997–2001 Nissan Serena 1997–2001 +3 more
30 Aug 2001 16528 units affected Ref JP-1107660

In the power transmission system of manual transmission vehicles, improper removal of grease during shift lever fixation has resulted in grease adhering to threaded holes, causing the loss of threadlocker effectiveness. If …

Mazda AZ Offroad 1998–1999 Suzuki Jimny 1998–1999
30 Aug 2001 39456 units affected Ref JP-1107650

In the parking brake system, foreign material contamination occurred during the outer coating welding process of the parking brake cable, causing cracks in the outer coating. If use continues in this condition, …

Isuzu Fargo Filly 1998–1999 Nissan Caravan Elgrand 1998–1999
30 Aug 2001 15569 units affected Ref JP-1107630

In stop lamp switches on vehicles with automatic transmissions, improper manufacturing methods allow grease applied to the pedal bracket and rust-preventive oil applied to the return spring to infiltrate the switch interior, …

Suzuki Swift 2000–2001
30 Aug 2001 110323 units affected Ref JP-1107620

The throttle cable end clip fixing dimension between the pedal pin connecting the accelerator pedal and accelerator cable is improper, causing some units to not rotate smoothly at the fitting. Continued use …

Mazda Scrum 2000–2001 Suzuki Every 2000–2001 Suzuki Carry 2000–2001
30 Aug 2001 86 units affected Ref JP-1107610

In vehicles employing a articulated chassis design, the bracket that retains the upper center pin at the chassis articulation point has insufficient strength. Continued use in this condition may cause cracks to …

Mitsubishi WS510 2000–2001
28 Aug 2001 699 units affected Ref JP-1107640

In pneumatic brake systems, certain pressure control valves that regulate the air compressor pressure have improper machining. This causes the control valve to remain fixed in a state that interrupts air compression, …

Nissan - 2001
23 Aug 2001 143 units affected Ref JP-1208960

In the braking system, improper routing of the brake booster vacuum hose may cause interference between the hose and the electrical wiring protection tube. Continued use in this condition could damage the …

Peugeot Peugeot 406 Sedan 2.0 2000 Peugeot Peugeot 406 Break 2.0 2000
7 Aug 2001 118 units affected Ref JP-1107600

In vehicles without a cab-tilt mechanism, the connection between the steering shaft and steering gearbox may not be securely fixed due to improper assembly. Continued use in this condition could result in …

Isuzu Elf 1999–2001 Nissan Atlas 1999–2001 Nissan Condor 1999–2001
3 Aug 2001 49 units affected Ref JP-2201870

The windshield wiper arm on the driver's side is improperly designed. When the wipers are operated at high speeds exceeding the legal speed limit, wind pressure causes the driver's side and passenger's …

Audi Audi allroad quattro 2000–2001
3 Aug 2001 3465 units affected Ref JP-1208950

The engine control computer's control program is inadequate for regulating engine speed. When the accelerator is released and the vehicle approaches a stop at low idle speed, idle rotation becomes unstable. In …

Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo 156 2.0 TS 16V 1999–2001 Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo 156 2.0 TS 16V Sportwagon 1999–2001
31 Jul 2001 33014 units affected Ref JP-2101860

In the brake system, the diaphragm inside the hydraulic boost accumulator may have insufficient durability due to improper handling during manufacturing. Continued use in this condition causes a decrease in nitrogen gas …

Mitsubishi Pajero 1999–2001
31 Jul 2001 658 units affected Ref JP-1208890

In the shift cable of the power transmission system, the crimp of the holder that fixes the shift cable outer casing to the automatic transmission is improper. Continued use in this condition …

Mercedes-Benz V230 1998

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.