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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22 Aug 2000 7202 units affected Ref JP-1106600

The rear axle differential contains a defect in part of the computer program that controls the driving force control mechanism (active yaw control system) for the left and right rear wheels. Depending …

Mitsubishi Lancer 1996–1998
22 Aug 2000 45374 units affected Ref JP-1106590

Fuel filler caps equipped with pressure relief valves have structural defects in the relief valve, which if left unaddressed can compromise the valve's air-tightness and potentially cause fuel leakage from the relief …

Mitsubishi Minicab 1990–1999
21 Aug 2000 84 units affected Ref JP-1106540

Improper welding of the front portion of the vehicle frame may result in crack formation. Continued use in this condition could lead to frame fracture and, in the worst case, frame breakage …

ニイガタ Niigata NR280 Rotary Snow Plow 1998–2000

Ford: Tires

14 Aug 2000 378 units affected Ref JP-2201660

Under high ambient temperature conditions, continuous high-speed driving with insufficient tire pressure may cause rubber separation from the tire surface, and in the worst case, burst or other accidents may occur.

Ford Explorer 4WD 2-Door Station Wagon 1990–1992 Ford Explorer 4WD 4-Door Station Wagon 1990–1992

Ford: Tires

14 Aug 2000 726 units affected Ref JP-2201650

Under high ambient temperature conditions, continuous high-speed driving with insufficient tire pressure may cause rubber separation from the tire surface, potentially resulting in tire burst and accidents.

Ford Explorer 1996–1999

Fuji: —

14 Aug 2000 134 units affected Ref JP-1106550

Improper welding at the lower section of the central connecting joint in the sliding mechanism that raises and lowers the front of the upper-rear bed of the vehicle-mounted dedicated cargo platform. Continued …

富士 - 1995–1997
11 Aug 2000 9 units affected Ref JP-1208270

Certain plastic fuel tanks have improper welding at the fuel cutoff valve attachment point. Continued use in this condition may cause partial separation of the valve's welded joint, potentially resulting in fuel …

Honda Lagreat 2000
10 Aug 2000 1006 units affected Ref JP-1106570

The holder that suspends the tire hanger (which secures the spare tire to the vehicle body) has an improper shape. When the spare tire is stored, the electrical wiring may be damaged …

Mitsubishi Libero 2000

Yamaha: Seat

8 Aug 2000 1150 units affected Ref JP-1106530

When attempting to change the posture of a stationary vehicle during parking or similar situations by repeatedly grasping and pulling the rear seat, the bolts securing the rear seat and rear reflector …

Yamaha XVS250 Dragstar 2000

Chrysler: Airbag

Airbag
4 Aug 2000 8656 units affected Ref JP-2201630

The airbag control module (airbag deployment control device) is mounted on the floor beneath the front passenger seat. If large quantities of water enter the cabin due to flooding or similar conditions, …

Chrysler Jeep Cherokee 1997–1999
4 Aug 2000 1232 units affected Ref JP-1208230

Improper assembly of the engine ignition switch may prevent the switch from returning to the off position after engine start. Continued operation in this state can result in starter damage, wiring short …

Mercedes-Benz V280 1998–2000
31 Jul 2000 43 units affected Ref JP-1106520

The bolts securing the end plate (retention plate) of the rear axle wheel hub have insufficient strength. Continued use in this condition may cause bolt fracture, potentially resulting in wheel separation.

住友 Sumitomo N20A0 1998–2000
27 Jul 2000 14850 units affected Ref JP-2101600

The control program for the brake force control device (ABS: Anti-lock Brake System) in the braking system is inappropriate. When braking is applied while operating the steering on rough roads and similar …

Hino Hino Space Ranger 1998–2000
26 Jul 2000 1309 units affected Ref JP-2101620

In variable-nozzle turbochargers that compress engine intake air, the blade geometry on the intake compression side of the turbocharger is inappropriate. Continued use of the turbocharger near maximum rotation speed may cause …

Mitsubishi Fuso Fighter 1999–2000
26 Jul 2000 2063 units affected Ref JP-2101610

In variable-nozzle turbochargers that compress engine intake air, manufacturing process variations in nozzle opening adjustment values cause excessive EGR (exhaust gas recirculation) circulation during operation at 1300–1500 rpm, creating a risk of …

Mitsubishi Fuso 2000
26 Jul 2000 2953 units affected Ref JP-1208220

The dust boot of the ball joint connecting the front lower control arm and knuckle of the damper assembly may be damaged during manufacturing. Continued use in this condition allows mud and …

Mitsubishi Eclipse 1995–1996 ダイヤモンドスター Eclipse 1995–1996
26 Jul 2000 9697 units affected Ref JP-1106510

The terminal connection points of the electrical switch in the engine starter lack sufficient strength. Continued operation in this condition may result in excessive force being applied to these terminals due to …

Mitsubishi Fuso Fighter 1999–2000 Mitsubishi Fuso Fighter Mini Yoyon 1999–2000
26 Jul 2000 38856 units affected Ref JP-1106500

In the electrical system, improper installation of electrical wiring between the vehicle frame and body in the front section of the vehicle exists. Continued use in this condition may cause the wiring …

Mitsubishi Fuso 1996–1999
26 Jul 2000 152 units affected Ref JP-1106490

In the propeller shaft of the power transmission system, the angular clearance between the end yoke and spline yoke is insufficient. Continued use in this condition may cause interference between these components …

Mitsubishi Fuso 1996–1999
26 Jul 2000 55485 units affected Ref JP-1106480

In the engine, the bolt securing the pulley to the crankshaft was tightened using an improper procedure. Continued use in this condition may cause the bolt to loosen, and in the worst …

Mitsubishi Challenger 1990–1999 Mitsubishi Delica 1990–1999 Mitsubishi Pajero 1990–1999
26 Jul 2000 77318 units affected Ref JP-1106470

The injector driver (electronic control unit for fuel injection precision in fuel injectors) is mounted in an inappropriate position on the vehicle body. Continued operation on unpaved roads in this condition may …

Mitsubishi Pajero iO 1998–2000

Mitsubishi: Fuel Tank

Fuel leak
26 Jul 2000 80754 units affected Ref JP-1106460

The plastic cap that secures accessory components such as the fuel pump and gauge unit on the fuel tank in the fuel system has improper shape and fastening specifications. Continued use in …

Mitsubishi Galant 1994–1999 Mitsubishi Diamante 1994–1999 Mitsubishi Legnum 1994–1999
26 Jul 2000 117474 units affected Ref JP-1106450

The dust boot of the ball joint connecting the front lower arm and knuckle of the suspension has been damaged during manufacturing. If use continues in this condition, mud and water may …

Mitsubishi Galant 1992–1995
26 Jul 2000 147716 units affected Ref JP-1106440

The fastening torque of the bolt securing the pulley to the crankshaft in the engine is improper. Continued use in this condition may cause the bolt to loosen, and in the worst …

Mitsubishi Mirage 1995–1999
26 Jul 2000 1529 units affected Ref JP-1106430

The front-wheel brake hose, specifically the section between the front-wheel brake caliper and the bracket on the suspension upper arm, has insufficient durability. Continued use in this condition may cause cracks to …

Mitsubishi Pajero 1994
25 Jul 2000 503 units affected Ref JP-1208210

The engine cradle has insufficient strength near the front lower control arm attachment point. If continued use occurs in this condition, cracks may develop at the attachment point, and in the worst …

Chrysler Vision 1993–1994
21 Jul 2000 17 units affected Ref JP-2201580

In the braking system, the pressure control valve that regulates braking force at the rear wheels has inadequate sealing. When the vehicle continues to be used on roads where de-icing agent (salt) …

Ford Mondeo 1996
19 Jul 2000 4407 units affected Ref JP-2101590

Improper welding exists in the driver-side step (footrest) bracket. Continued use in this condition may cause the step to bend or collapse when a foot is placed on it during boarding.

Honda Magna Fifty 1999–2000
18 Jul 2000 1197 units affected Ref JP-2201572

The hydraulic piping routing of the power steering assist device is improper in some cases. Continued use in this condition may cause the piping to contact the vibration damper mounting bracket of …

Volkswagen VW Passat 1997–1999 Volkswagen VW Passat Wagon 1997–1999
18 Jul 2000 1197 units affected Ref JP-2201571

Improper routing of electrical wiring that controls the automatic transmission and ABS (anti-lock braking system) may cause contact between the electrical wiring and the vibration damper mounting bracket on the steering mechanism. …

Volkswagen VW Passat 1997–1999 Volkswagen VW Passat Wagon 1997–1999

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.