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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Subaru: Steering System

Steering
1 Jul 1999 15832 units affected Ref JP-1105750

In the steering system, fragments of steering lock mechanism mounting bolts (used only during bolt fastening and discarded after tightening) may have been inadvertently mixed into the universal joint section of the …

Subaru Sambar 1999
24 Jun 1999 4801 units affected Ref JP-1207460

In vehicles equipped with an auto-speed control device, some units have improper assembly of the auto-speed control cable. If operation continues in this state, the cable end may interfere with the vehicle …

Ford Explorer 1996–1999 Ford Mustang 1996–1999 Ford Mustang Cobra 1996–1999
22 Jun 1999 162 units affected Ref JP-1207450

The electrical circuit board controlling the motor that operates the wiper blade lacks sufficient structural strength. Continued use in this condition may cause the circuit board to deform, resulting in cracks at …

Alfa Romeo Alfa GTV 3.0 V6 24V 1998–1999 Alfa Romeo Alfa Spider 2.0 TS 16V 1998–1999

Chevrolet: Brake Light

Brakes
22 Jun 1999 140 units affected Ref JP-1207440

In the lighting system, the electrical wiring of the brake light switch mounted on the brake pedal is installed with reversed polarity. If continued to be used in this state, the switch …

Chevrolet Blazer Silverado 1993–1994
22 Jun 1999 416 units affected Ref JP-1207430

In the rear-wheel brake caliper assembly of the braking system, the bolt securing the brake caliper fixing rod to the bracket is undersized. Continued use in this condition may result in the …

ドカテイ 900SL 1992–1997

Steering Wheel

Steering
22 Jun 1999 103 units affected Ref JP-1207420

The steering wheel has an improper bending process during manufacturing. If used in this condition, micro-cracks may develop at the bent section in the worst case, risking wheel deformation or breakage.

ドカテイ Monster M900 1997–1998
17 Jun 1999 13810 units affected Ref JP-1207410

In the braking system, the clamp connecting the brake pedal and brake rod has improper installation on some units. Continued use in this condition may result in the clamp detaching in the …

BMW BMW 318i 1998–1999 BMW BMW 323iA 1998–1999 BMW BMW 328iA 1998–1999 BMW BMW 328iA Coupe 1998–1999

BMW: Exhaust Pipe

Steering
17 Jun 1999 579 units affected Ref JP-1207400

In left-hand drive vehicles, the exhaust pipe attachment to the vehicle body is improper. If continued use is maintained in this condition, vibration during driving may ultimately cause cracks to develop in …

BMW BMW 525IA 1998 BMW BMW 528IA 1998
15 Jun 1999 1194 units affected Ref JP-1207393

In the fuel system, due to improper fuel tank mounting, the fuel tank may detach from its mounting in the event of a collision or impact.

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 +3 more
15 Jun 1999 869 units affected Ref JP-1207392

Insufficient flexibility in the negative battery cable of the electrical system may cause the cable to fracture due to vibration during operation, potentially resulting in engine shutdown.

ビューエル S1 White Lightning 1996–1998 ビューエル S1 Lightning 1996–1998
15 Jun 1999 953 units affected Ref JP-1207391

The bracket securing the engine to the vehicle body has an improper shape. Continued use in this condition may result in loosening due to vibration during operation, causing abnormal engine vibration. In …

ビューエル M2 Cyclone 1996–1998 ビューエル S1 White Lightning 1996–1998 ビューエル S1 Lightning 1996–1998 ビューエル S3 Thunderbolt 1996–1998
15 Jun 1999 38754 units affected Ref JP-1207382

Some vehicles are equipped with ignition high-voltage wiring for the engine where the heat resistance of the spark plug cap portion is insufficient. Continued use in this condition may cause current leakage …

Volkswagen VW Polo 1.6 1995–1999

Volkswagen: Exhaust Pipe

Fire risk
15 Jun 1999 38754 units affected Ref JP-1207381

Some rubber rings securing the exhaust pipe to the vehicle body have insufficient heat resistance. If the catalytic converter overheats abnormally, these rings may burn out, potentially resulting in fire.

Volkswagen VW Polo 1.6 1995–1999
10 Jun 1999 386 units affected Ref JP-1105740

In the powertrain system, the center bearing bracket securing the propeller shaft is mounted at an improper position, resulting in excessive installation angle of the propeller shaft. Continued use in this condition …

Hino Hino Super Dolphin Profia 1998–1999
8 Jun 1999 3381 units affected Ref JP-1105730

The clip securing the manual transmission control cable to the frame has insufficient strength. Repeated manual transmission operation causes the clip to fracture, and fragments may contact the alternator wiring, damaging the …

Isuzu Elf 1993–1999
3 Jun 1999 220954 units affected Ref JP-2101390

The plug cap material of the high-tension cord (ignition cable) used in the engine ignition system is inappropriate. Repeated prolonged operation in high-temperature, high-humidity conditions causes insulation degradation, which may result in …

Mazda Scrum 1991–1995 Suzuki Every 1991–1995

Suzuki: Airbag

Airbag
3 Jun 1999 124 units affected Ref JP-1105720

A manufacturing defect exists in the gas generant of the inflator module (nitrogen gas generator), which is part of the driver-side airbag. When subjected to repeated rapid temperature changes, the gas generant …

Suzuki Cultus Crescent 1997

Daihatsu: ABS

Brakes
1 Jun 1999 26166 units affected Ref JP-2101370

In braking systems equipped with an anti-lock brake system (ABS), an improper section was found in the program controlling the activation point. When crossing a step while driving at low speed with …

Daihatsu Atrai 1998–1999 Daihatsu Opti 1998–1999 Daihatsu Hijet 1998–1999 Daihatsu Mira 1998–1999 Daihatsu Move 1998–1999

Chrysler: Engine - Other

Fire risk
25 May 1999 632 units affected Ref JP-1207370

The fuel distributor that distributes fuel to each cylinder of the engine has insufficient seal material durability at the connector fittings on both ends. Continued use in this condition causes the seal …

Chrysler Vision 1993–1995
25 May 1999 3794 units affected Ref JP-1105710

The input shaft-side lock nut structure in the power transmission directional changer is inadequately designed. Repeated high-speed driving causes damage to this component. Continued operation in this damaged state results in eccentric …

Mitsubishi Fuso 1985–1995 Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Midi 1985–1995

Mazda: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
20 May 1999 3505 units affected Ref JP-2101380

The fuel pump actuator circuit relay may have improper assembly. When the ignition switch is ON and the engine stops, the fuel pump continues to operate. In the worst case, if a …

Mazda Premacy 1999
20 May 1999 63 units affected Ref JP-1105700

In vehicles using natural gas as fuel, some natural gas containers have improper sealing assembly installation on the open/close valve and plug seal portions. Continued use in this condition may result in …

Nissan AD 1997–1998
20 May 1999 4863 units affected Ref JP-1105690

During the manufacturing process of the alternator, some diodes in the rectifier circuit have assembly defects. Continued use in this defective state causes the diode to deteriorate and lose function, resulting in …

Nissan Cima 1997
20 May 1999 494 units affected Ref JP-1105680

In the power steering mechanism of the steering system, there are improper methods for securing the hydraulic piping to the vehicle frame. If the vehicle continues to be used in this condition, …

神鋼 RK450-II 1991–1997
18 May 1999 1910 units affected Ref JP-1105670

Certain trailer coupling devices have insufficient strength in the bracket that holds the trailer coupler. Continued use in this condition may cause cracks to develop in the bracket, and in the worst …

Mitsubishi Fuso 1987–1999
18 May 1999 797707 units affected Ref JP-1105660

Some lower ball joints connecting the lower arm and knuckle arm in the front suspension have inadequate internal lubrication. If use continues in this condition, the sliding surfaces will experience abnormal wear …

Toyota Crown 1995–1998 Toyota Crown Patrol Car 1995–1998 Toyota Crown Majesta 1995–1998 Toyota Chaser 1995–1998 Toyota Toyota Aristo 1995–1998 +2 more
13 May 1999 55652 units affected Ref JP-2201360

The semiconductor in the rectifier attached to the engine alternator has insufficient heat resistance. Continued operation in this condition may cause semiconductor damage, illumination of the charge warning light, loss of battery …

オペル Vita 1994–1999 オペル Tigra 1994–1999

Opel: Electrical wiring

Fire risk
13 May 1999 56481 units affected Ref JP-1207360

In the electrical wiring, the battery cable connecting the starter motor, alternator, and battery has insufficient capacity. If continued use proceeds as-is, the cable insulation may melt, and in the worst case, …

オペル Vita 1994–1999 オペル Tigra 1994–1999
13 May 1999 62273 units affected Ref JP-1105650

The ball joint of the front lower arm suspension has improper spherical processing in its internal structure. Continued use in this condition may cause abnormal wear inside the ball joint, and in …

Honda Accord 1996–1998 Honda Accord Torneo 1996–1998 Honda Inspire 1996–1998 Honda Odyssey 1996–1998 Honda Prelude 1996–1998 +2 more

Rover: A/T

Fire risk
11 May 1999 7472 units affected Ref JP-1207350

In the automatic transmission of the power transmission system, the breather pipe that regulates internal pressure has an improperly shaped tip. Continued use in this condition allows rainwater droplets to accumulate and …

ローバー Range Rover 4.0 SE 1994–1998 ローバー Range Rover 4.6 HSE 1994–1998

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.