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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21 Sep 1999 534 units affected Ref JP-1105860

In the braking system, the threaded portion of the brake booster piston rod is insufficiently long, causing looseness at the coupling between the air piston and the piston rod. If operation continues …

Hino Hino Rising Ranger 1994–1997 Hino Hino Liesse 1994–1997 Hino Hino Rainbow 1994–1997

Harley-Davidson: Axle Shaft

Wheel / axle
16 Sep 1999 154 units affected Ref JP-1207580

In motorcycle with sidecar, the sidecar axle shaft has insufficient strength. Continued use in this condition may cause cracking of the axle shaft, potentially compromising driving stability.

Harley-Davidson FLHTC-IS/C 1997–1998 Harley-Davidson FLHTCU-IS/C 1997–1998

Harley-Davidson: Fuel Tank

Fuel leak
16 Sep 1999 548 units affected Ref JP-1207570

The vent valve hose connector that regulates pressure within the fuel tank may have excessive adhesive applied during assembly, which obstructs ventilation of the connector. This prevents proper pressure regulation in the …

Harley-Davidson FLSTC 1999 Harley-Davidson FLSTF 1999 Harley-Davidson FLSTS 1999 Harley-Davidson FXDL Dyna Low Rider 1999 Harley-Davidson FXDWG Dyna Wide Glide 1999 +5 more
16 Sep 1999 1107 units affected Ref JP-1207562

The rear shock absorber mounting bracket on the vehicle frame lacks sufficient structural strength. Continued use in this condition may cause cracking and failure of the mounting bracket, potentially compromising driving stability.

ビューエル M2 Cyclone 1995–1998 ビューエル S1 White Lightning 1995–1998 ビューエル S1 Lightning 1995–1998 ビューエル S2T Thunderbolt 1995–1998 ビューエル S2 Thunderbolt 1995–1998 +1 more
16 Sep 1999 1107 units affected Ref JP-1207561

The rear swingarm damper has insufficient weld strength. Continued use in this condition may cause cracks in the weld, compromising running stability.

ビューエル M2 Cyclone 1995–1998 ビューエル S1 White Lightning 1995–1998 ビューエル S1 Lightning 1995–1998 ビューエル S2T Thunderbolt 1995–1998 ビューエル S2 Thunderbolt 1995–1998 +1 more
16 Sep 1999 7 units affected Ref JP-1207550

The engine control computer, which manages fuel injection volume and related parameters, contains an inappropriate program for measuring intake air volume. Continued use in this condition may result in engine shutdown in …

Peugeot Peugeot 306 S16 1999
16 Sep 1999 9 units affected Ref JP-1207542

Certain engine starting devices have manufacturing defects in the ignition switch. Continued use in this condition may cause internal damage to the ignition switch. In the worst case, the key may become …

Peugeot Peugeot 406 Coupe 1998 Peugeot Peugeot 406 Sedan 2.0 1998 Peugeot Peugeot 406 Sedan V6 1998 Peugeot Peugeot 406 Break 2.0 1998 Peugeot Peugeot 406 Break V6 1998
16 Sep 1999 227 units affected Ref JP-1207541

Manufacturing defects exist in the vehicle speed sensor of the engine control computer that regulates fuel injection volume. If use continues without correction, internal short circuits can occur in the sensor, causing …

Peugeot Peugeot 406 Sedan 2.0 1998 Peugeot Peugeot 406 Break 2.0 1998
9 Sep 1999 42 units affected Ref JP-1105850

In rear-wheel drive vehicles equipped with ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), some units lack a heat shield on the brake pipe. Continued use in this condition may cause brake fluid temperature to rise, …

Mazda Bongo 1999 Nissan Vanette 1999
7 Sep 1999 282 units affected Ref JP-2101410

The center stand pivot bolt locknut attachment method is improper. Continued use may cause the bolt to loosen and detach due to friction torque when operating the center stand. In the worst …

Kawasaki ZR-7 1999
2 Sep 1999 84 units affected Ref JP-1207530

In the body structure, improper attachment of the left and right front fenders may allow the front wheel tires to protrude from the fenders.

Mercedes-Benz ML430 1999
25 Aug 1999 1021 units affected Ref JP-1105842

The rear reflector is improperly attached to the vehicle body. Continued use in this condition may result in the reflector detaching due to vehicle vibration during operation.

ユソーキ - 1998–1999
25 Aug 1999 1021 units affected Ref JP-1105841

In the braking system, improper routing of the brake pipes may cause cracks to develop in the pipes due to vehicle body twisting and vibration during driving. In the worst case, air …

ユソーキ - 1998–1999

Honda: A/T

18 Aug 1999 29060 units affected Ref JP-1105830

In the automatic transmission, due to improper sealing of the shaft sealing bolt for the transmission gear, the connection between the reduction gear and shaft deflects during high-speed operation. This causes the …

Honda Inspire 1995–1999 Honda Legend 1995–1999
17 Aug 1999 1692 units affected Ref JP-1207520

The engine control computer program that regulates fuel injection volume and similar parameters is defective. Continued use in this condition may result in engine stalling or difficulty starting in the worst case.

サーブ 9-5 1997–1999

Saab: Wiring

17 Aug 1999 2276 units affected Ref JP-1207510

Improper routing of electrical wiring in the engine compartment causes interference with bolts securing soundproofing and insulation material. Continued use in this condition may result in damage to the wiring insulation, and …

サーブ 900 1993–1997

Buell: Fuel Tank

Fuel leak
28 Jul 1999 1556 units affected Ref JP-1207503

The vent valve regulating pressure inside the fuel tank may have excessive adhesive applied during assembly, compromising the internal valve function and preventing proper fuel tank pressure regulation. If internal pressure becomes …

ビューエル M2 Cyclone 1995–1999 ビューエル S1 White Lightning 1995–1999 ビューエル S1 Lightning 1995–1999 ビューエル S2T Thunderbolt 1995–1999 ビューエル S2 Thunderbolt 1995–1999 +4 more

Buell: Other (Engine)

Loss of control
28 Jul 1999 1513 units affected Ref JP-1207502

The side stand switch plunger (the movable component of the switch that prevents engine start unless the side stand is retracted, which prevents starting while the stand is deployed) has improper shape …

ビューエル M2 Cyclone 1996–1999 ビューエル S1 White Lightning 1996–1999 ビューエル S1 Lightning 1996–1999 ビューエル S3 Thunderbolt 1996–1999 ビューエル M2 Cyclone 1996–1999 +2 more
28 Jul 1999 362 units affected Ref JP-1207501

In the brake system, improper installation of the rear brake hose may cause interference with the rear swing arm, resulting in damage to the rear brake hose. In the worst case, brake …

ビューエル X1 Lightning 1998–1999

Audi: Seat Belt

Fire risk
22 Jul 1999 1119 units affected Ref JP-1207490

The pretensioners (pyrotechnic devices that instantly retract seat belt slack upon collision) in the left and right rear seat belt retractors contain improperly specified sound-deadening material. When the pretensioner activates, high-temperature particles …

Audi Audi A3 1.8 1997–1999 Audi Audi A3 1.8T 1997–1999

Mazda: Door

Steering
22 Jul 1999 4222 units affected Ref JP-1105820

On sliding rear doors, due to improper groove geometry in the door lock mechanism link, operating the child-proof device (which prevents opening the door via interior handle) and subsequently opening/closing the door …

Mazda MPV 1999
15 Jul 1999 573 units affected Ref JP-1105800

In vehicles equipped with auxiliary work devices, when the engine accelerator is pushed near full throttle, the throttle cable may contact fuel system piping when pressed against a guide pin (retrofitted to …

Isuzu Elf 1997–1999 Nissan Atlas 1997–1999 Nissan Condor 1997–1999
15 Jul 1999 12157 units affected Ref JP-1105780

The shift cable connecting the transmission and shift lever has insufficient strength. Repeated forceful shift operations apply excessive load to the shift cable, causing the internal strands to fracture. In the worst …

Daihatsu Atrai 1998–1999 Daihatsu Hijet 1998–1999

Jaguar: A/T

13 Jul 1999 12 units affected Ref JP-1207480

In the power transmission system, certain internal gear components in the automatic transmission have manufacturing defects. Continued use in this condition may cause the gear to fracture, and in the worst case, …

Jaguar XJ8 3.2 1998–1999 Jaguar XJ Executive 3.2 1998–1999 Jaguar XJ Executive 4.0 1998–1999
13 Jul 1999 3856 units affected Ref JP-1105810

In the electronic control unit of turbocharged engines, improper routing of electrical wiring may cause contact with turbocharger cover mounting bolts. Continued use in this condition risks damage to the wiring insulation, …

Subaru Sambar 1999
13 Jul 1999 305 units affected Ref JP-1105790

In the braking system, some brake piping connections to the load-sensing proportioning valve (LSPV) are improperly assembled. This may result in increased braking distance during emergency braking when the vehicle is fully …

Hino Hino Dutro 1999 Toyota Toyota Dyna 200 1999 Toyota Toyota Dyna 300 1999 Toyota Toyota Dyna 400 1999
8 Jul 1999 1662 units affected Ref JP-1105770

In the 3-speed automatic transmission, certain ring gear mounting bolts have defective threading in their bolt holes. If use continues in this condition, the mounting bolts may loosen and interfere with the …

Mazda Demio 1999 ニホンフォード Festiva Mini Wagon 1999

Hino: Airbag

6 Jul 1999 43 units affected Ref JP-2101400

Due to improper plate insertion dimensions on the airbag pad, airbag deployment may be insufficient in the worst case, potentially compromising functionality.

Hino Hino Space Ranger 1999

Cadillac: Alternator

Fire risk
6 Jul 1999 1702 units affected Ref JP-1207470

Certain rectifier mounting bolts on the alternator attached to the engine have improper fastening torque. Continued use in this condition may cause cracking in the rectifier's insulation material, and in the worst …

キャデラック Seville Luxury Sedan 1998–1999
1 Jul 1999 174 units affected Ref JP-1105760

In vehicles equipped with a Power Take-Off (PTO) device that extracts power from the engine flywheel, the brake pipe routing in the braking system is improper, causing part of the brake pipe …

Isuzu Forward 1995–1999

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.