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
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28 Jun 2001 7112 units affected Ref JP-1107540

In vehicles equipped with diesel engines and wet-type flywheels, frequent low-speed operation at or below idle RPM causes engine vibration to prematurely wear the fuel injection pump's injection quantity control lever and …

Nissan Caravan 1997–1999 Nissan Hommy 1997–1999
28 Jun 2001 30219 units affected Ref JP-1107520

The insulation material of the electrical wire connected to the front-wheel rotation detection sensor in the speedometer is inappropriate. Continued use in this condition may result in cracking of the insulation material …

Yamaha Jog CV50 2000–2001

Fiat: Steering—Other

Steering
26 Jun 2001 613 units affected Ref JP-1208780

In the steering system, improper installation of the bearing that supports the steering shaft may result in bearing damage and loss of shaft retention. In the worst case, the steering shaft may …

Fiat Fiat Punto 1.2 ELX AT 2001
25 Jun 2001 352 units affected Ref JP-1107510

Large touring buses have insufficient waterproofing seals on the luggage compartment, allowing the engine control computer installed in the luggage compartment to be exposed to rainwater sprayed up by rear tires and …

Hino Hino Selega R 2000–2001

Honda: Clip Bottle/Nut

Wheel / axle
22 Jun 2001 11624 units affected Ref JP-1107530

Certain wheel bolts on the four-wheel vehicle's running gear have improper heat treatment. Continued use in this condition may cause the bolts to fracture, potentially resulting in wheel detachment.

Honda Life 2001 Honda Life Dunk 2001
14 Jun 2001 41 units affected Ref JP-1107460

The automatic transmission oil filter mounting bracket is improperly designed. Engine vibration can cause the bracket to fracture, displacing the oil filter and allowing the connected hydraulic hose to contact electrical cable …

小松 - 1997–2001
12 Jun 2001 43 units affected Ref JP-1208770

The connector strength for the vacuum hose connection in the brake booster of the braking system is inadequate. Continued use in this condition may cause cracks to develop in the connector, potentially …

オペル Astra Wagon 1997

Mercedes-Benz: Drivetrain - Other

Loss of control
12 Jun 2001 472 units affected Ref JP-1208740

The wheel hubs mounted on the front axle and non-drive rear axle of the drivetrain have insufficient strength. Continued use in this condition may cause cracks to develop in the hubs, and …

Mercedes-Benz ACTROS 1997–1999

Yamaha: Brake Light

Brakes
7 Jun 2001 93 units affected Ref JP-1107480

The brake light switch for the rear wheel braking system may have been crimped improperly during manufacturing, resulting in insufficient contact engagement. If operation continues in this condition, the brake light may …

Yamaha Cygnus 2001

Honda: Fuel Hose/Pipe

Fuel leak
6 Jun 2001 24203 units affected Ref JP-2101780

In the fuel system, the metal band securing the fuel line tube is improperly tightened, resulting in some bands that are not sufficiently tight. If the fuel tank sustains excessive impact from …

Honda Civic 2000 Honda Civic Ferio 2000
6 Jun 2001 405 units affected Ref JP-1107502

In the alternator of two-wheeled police vehicles, the sealant application method for cooling oil passage machining holes is improper, causing the cooling oil passage to become clogged. This results in elevated alternator …

Honda VFR800P 2001

Honda: Clip Bottle/Nut

Wheel / axle
6 Jun 2001 100571 units affected Ref JP-1107490

Certain wheel bolts on the running gear of four-wheeled vehicles have improper heat treatment. Continued use in this condition may cause bolt fracture, and in the worst case, wheel detachment.

Honda HR-V 2001 Honda S-MX 2001 Honda Vamos 2001 Honda Z 2001 Honda Acty 2001 +8 more
5 Jun 2001 2421 units affected Ref JP-1208760

The electrical circuit of the blower fan control unit that regulates air volume in the cabin air conditioning system is defective. Continued use in this condition may cause the control unit to …

Volvo Volvo S40 2000–2001 Volvo Volvo V40 2000–2001

Nissan/Isuzu: Alternator

Fire risk
4 Jun 2001 552 units affected Ref JP-1107440

In high-specification ambulances and similar vehicles where the alternator is set to higher idle RPM than standard vehicles, the diodes used in the alternator have insufficient rated current. During prolonged idle operation, …

Isuzu Super Medic II 1994–2001 Isuzu Fargo 1994–2001 Isuzu Fargo Filly 1994–2001 Nissan Caravan Elgrand 1994–2001 Nissan Caravan/Hommy 1994–2001 +1 more
1 Jun 2001 23532 units affected Ref JP-1107450

The electrical circuit of the emergency flasher light was designed inappropriately, causing the front emergency flasher display to not flash properly.

Yamaha Majesty 1997–2001
31 May 2001 405 units affected Ref JP-1107470

In the braking system of two-wheeled police-exclusive vehicles, some rear-wheel brake master cylinder mounting bolts have insufficient fastening torque. Continued use in this condition may result in bolt detachment in the worst …

Honda VFR800P 2001

Honda: Clip Bottle/Nut

Wheel / axle
30 May 2001 349 units affected Ref JP-1107501

Certain wheel bolts on the rear wheel attachment of the running gear in two-wheeled police vehicles have improper heat treatment. Continued use in this condition may cause the bolts to fracture, and …

Honda VFR800P 2001

Hino: Accelerator

Loss of control
30 May 2001 16768 units affected Ref JP-1107420

In the acceleration system, while driving with the accelerator pedal fully open, the foot may contact the EGR control linkage attached to the system, preventing the linkage from returning to its proper …

Hino Hino Ranger 1999–2001
29 May 2001 31115 units affected Ref JP-1107430

In the carbon monoxide and other emission control system, the internal wiring connection of the air-fuel ratio (air-to-fuel ratio) sensor, which detects oxygen concentration in exhaust gas installed on the left and …

Toyota Windom 1997–1998 Toyota Harrier 1997–1998

Pontiac: Starting System

Fire risk
24 May 2001 2419 units affected Ref JP-1208730

In the engine starting system, the ignition switch circuit is improperly designed. Extended cranking during start conditions or prolonged ignition key rotation can cause excessive current to flow through the switch, generating …

ポンテアック Grandam SE Coupe/Sedan 1993–1995 ポンテアック Grandam SE Sedan V6 1993–1995
24 May 2001 601 units affected Ref JP-1208720

Certain front suspension ball joint fastening nuts connecting the steering knuckle and lower arm are insufficiently tightened. Continued operation may cause the nut to loosen, and in worst case the steering knuckle …

リンカーン LS 1999–2000
23 May 2001 40 units affected Ref JP-1208750

The engagement buckles of the seat belts in the driver and front passenger seats have improper heat treatment. When subjected to extremely large loads, these buckles may deform, and in the worst …

Honda Inspire 2001
17 May 2001 42586 units affected Ref JP-1107402

Insufficient clearance between the fuel check valve mounted on top of the fuel tank and the vehicle body can cause the tank to expand when internal pressure increases, leading to interference and …

Mitsubishi RVR 1997–2001

Mitsubishi: Fuel Tank

Fuel leak
17 May 2001 202968 units affected Ref JP-1107401

The upper panel of the fuel tank lacks sufficient structural strength. Pressure fluctuations within the fuel tank cause the panel to deform. Continued use in this deformed state may result in cracks …

Mitsubishi RVR 1997–2001 Mitsubishi Chariot Grandis 1997–2001
15 May 2001 448 units affected Ref JP-1107410

The shift control device (column shift lever) in the transmission contains manufacturing defects. Continued use in this condition may cause the resin holder inside the device to break, resulting in lever malfunction …

コべルコ RK120 1997–2001 コべルコ RK160-3 1997–2001 コべルコ RK250-5 1997–2001 コべルコ RK350-2 1997–2001 神鋼 RK160-3 1997–2001 +2 more
10 May 2001 52 units affected Ref JP-1208700

Certain vehicles lack hydraulic damping mechanisms within the hydraulic piping of the engine compartment's anti-roll system (anti-sway mechanism). Continued operation in this condition can cause vibration-induced damage at the connection between the …

ローバー Land Rover Discovery V8i 2000
10 May 2001 1288 units affected Ref JP-1208690

In the automatic transmission of the powertrain, the breather pipe that regulates internal transmission pressure has an improperly positioned opening. When negative pressure develops inside the transmission, water can enter through this …

ローバー Land Rover Discovery V8i 1998–2000 ローバー Range Rover 4.0 S 4.0 SE 1998–2000 ローバー Range Rover 4.6 HSE 1998–2000
9 May 2001 2171 units affected Ref JP-1208710

In the fuel system, the electrical wiring of the fuel pump routed on the upper surface of the fuel tank has insufficient clearance from the reinforcement plate of the rear seat belt …

Mitsubishi Diamante Wagon 1997–1998
9 May 2001 139 units affected Ref JP-1107390

In the engine, due to improper weld geometry at the camshaft welded joint, stress concentrates at this location, resulting in insufficient strength. Continued use in this condition may cause cracks to develop …

Mitsubishi Fuso 2000
1 May 2001 1126 units affected Ref JP-1107380

The brake booster cylinder in the control unit contains manufacturing defects that may prevent the piston from fully retracting even after the primary brake is released. Continued operation in this condition causes …

Hino Hino Super Dolphin Profia 2000–2001

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.