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 337 of 352

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5 Nov 1998 565 units affected Ref JP-1207060

The radiator tank cap in the engine cooling system is defective. Continued use in this condition causes pressure buildup in the cooling system, resulting in coolant leakage from the cooling system fittings …

BMW Alpina Alpina B10-3.0 4WD 1987–1995 BMW Alpina Alpina B10-3.5/1 1987–1995 BMW Alpina Alpina B10-4.0 1987–1995 BMW Alpina Alpina B10-4.6 1987–1995 BMW Alpina Alpina B10-BiTurbo 1987–1995 +8 more
5 Nov 1998 153592 units affected Ref JP-1207050

The radiator tank cap in the engine cooling system is improper. Continued use in this condition causes pressure buildup within the cooling system, leading to coolant leakage from the vehicle cabin-side cooling …

BMW BMW 318i 1986–1994 BMW BMW 318iA 1986–1994 BMW BMW 318iS 1986–1994 BMW BMW 318iSA 1986–1994 BMW BMW 318tiA 1986–1994 +24 more

Hino: Brake Light

Brakes
5 Nov 1998 3159 units affected Ref JP-1105420

Due to improper circuit configuration in the brake light control circuit's electrical switch (control unit), the internal semiconductor relay in the control unit may short circuit, which in the worst case could …

Hino Hino Super Dolphin Profia 1998

Nissan: Electrical System

Fire risk
5 Nov 1998 5641 units affected Ref JP-1105410

The output amplifier for the rear speaker in the audio system has an improper circuit design, which may allow excessive current to flow internally in the amplifier, potentially resulting in fire in …

Nissan Infiniti 1990–1992
22 Oct 1998 246 units affected Ref JP-1207040

Aluminum wheels in the running gear may have deformed rim sections at the tire assembly interface. Continued use in this condition risks wheel damage from impacts caused by road surface irregularities and …

Peugeot Peugeot 406 V6 1997–1998 Peugeot Peugeot 406 Break V6 1997–1998
22 Oct 1998 1052 units affected Ref JP-1207034

On the front-wheel lower ball joint of the suspension, there are instances where the bolt securing the ball joint to the hub is improperly tightened. Continued use in this condition may result …

Peugeot Peugeot 306 S16 1997–1998 Peugeot Peugeot 306 XSi 1997–1998 Peugeot Peugeot 306 Cashmere 1997–1998 Peugeot Peugeot 306 Style 1997–1998

Peugeot: Steering Wheel

Steering
22 Oct 1998 147 units affected Ref JP-1207033

Certain steering wheels in the steering system have insufficient strength. If use continues in this condition, cracks may develop in the steering wheel hub, potentially impairing operability.

Peugeot Peugeot 306 S16 1997 Peugeot Peugeot 306 XSi 1997 Peugeot Peugeot 306 Cabriolet 1997 Peugeot Peugeot 306 Style 1997
22 Oct 1998 201 units affected Ref JP-1207032

In the braking system, certain rear brake pipe joints have manufacturing defects. Continued use in this condition may result in brake fluid leakage from the joint, causing reduced braking force.

Peugeot Peugeot 306 S16 1997 Peugeot Peugeot 306 XSi 1997 Peugeot Peugeot 306 Cashmere 1997 Peugeot Peugeot 306 Style 1997

Peugeot: Electrical wiring

Fire risk
22 Oct 1998 132 units affected Ref JP-1207031

In the engine compartment electrical wiring, improper routing of the electrical wiring exists in some vehicles, which interferes with the engine wiring harness clamps. If use continues in this condition, the insulation …

Peugeot Peugeot 306 S16 1997 Peugeot Peugeot 306 XSi 1997 Peugeot Peugeot 306 Cashmere 1997 Peugeot Peugeot 306 Style 1997
22 Oct 1998 106 units affected Ref JP-1207022

In the spare tire of the running gear, inadequate adhesion between the tire and wheel may occur, causing air leakage from within the tire and potentially resulting in insufficient tire pressure when …

Peugeot Peugeot 106 S16 1997

Peugeot: Electrical Wiring

Fire risk
22 Oct 1998 70 units affected Ref JP-1207021

In the engine compartment electrical wiring, protective tubing is not installed at certain locations where the electrical wiring is secured with mounting brackets. If use continues in this condition, the electrical wiring …

Peugeot Peugeot 106 S16 1998
15 Oct 1998 86458 units affected Ref JP-1207015

The relay supplying power to the engine control computer contains manufacturing defects in its internal circuit. Continued use in this condition may result in internal circuit breakage within the relay, causing engine …

Volkswagen VW Golf GLI 1992–1997 Volkswagen VW Golf GTI 16V 1992–1997 Volkswagen VW Golf Cabriolet 1992–1997 Volkswagen VW Passat 2.0 1992–1997
15 Oct 1998 72097 units affected Ref JP-1207014

The engine tachometer measurement device lacks adequate sealing. Continued use in this condition may allow water ingress during rain, potentially rendering engine speed measurement impossible and causing engine shutdown with inability to …

Volkswagen VW Golf GLI 1994–1997 Volkswagen VW Golf GTI 16V 1994–1997 Volkswagen VW Golf Cabriolet 1994–1997 Volkswagen VW Passat 2.0 1994–1997
15 Oct 1998 100766 units affected Ref JP-1207013

In the fuel distributor that supplies fuel to each cylinder of the engine, the rubber fuel hose is improperly mounted. If the vehicle continues to be used in this condition, the rubber …

Volkswagen VW Golf GLI 1992–1996 Volkswagen VW Golf GTI 16V 1992–1996 Volkswagen VW Golf Cabriolet 1992–1996 Volkswagen VW Passat 2.0 1992–1996

Volkswagen: Wiring

Fire risk
15 Oct 1998 114644 units affected Ref JP-1207012

Certain electrical wiring in the engine compartment interferes with the battery tray. Continued use in this condition may damage the wiring, and in worst cases, cause short circuiting leading to fire.

Volkswagen VW Golf CLI 1994–1998 Volkswagen VW Golf CL Diesel 1994–1998 Volkswagen VW Golf GLI 1994–1998 Volkswagen VW Golf GTI 16V 1994–1998 Volkswagen VW Golf VR6 1994–1998 +1 more

Volkswagen: Wiring

Fire risk
15 Oct 1998 108805 units affected Ref JP-1207011

Power window electrical wiring inside the rear door panel may interfere with the panel edge. Continued use in this condition could damage the wiring, and in the worst case, cause short-circuiting and …

Volkswagen VW Golf CLI 1992–1996 Volkswagen VW Golf CL Diesel 1992–1996 Volkswagen VW Golf GLI 1992–1996 Volkswagen VW Golf GTI 16V 1992–1996 Volkswagen VW Golf VR6 1992–1996
15 Oct 1998 3989 units affected Ref JP-1105380

The rear bottom shape of the fuel tank is improper. Continued use in this condition may cause excessive stress on the rear welded section of the tank due to vibration during driving, …

Honda SL230 1997
14 Oct 1998 18 units affected Ref JP-1105400

The proportioning control valve (PCV) that regulates brake fluid pressure in the front and rear wheels of the braking system may contain manufacturing defects. Continued use in this condition may cause brake …

Subaru Forester 1998 Subaru Legacy 1998

Mitsubishi: Fuse

Brakes
13 Oct 1998 2447 units affected Ref JP-1105390

In vehicles equipped with auxiliary brake lights (18W × 3), the fuse capacity for the electrical brake light circuit is set inappropriately. Continued use in this condition may cause the fuse to …

Mitsubishi Delica 1998
6 Oct 1998 7102 units affected Ref JP-1207000

Certain rubber hoses used in the engine cooling system have manufacturing defects. Continued use in this condition may cause cracks in the rubber hose, leading to coolant leakage and risk of engine …

ローバー Range Rover 4.0 SE 1995–1998 ローバー Range Rover 4.6 HSE 1995–1998
1 Oct 1998 4754 units affected Ref JP-1105370

Certain auto-tensioners, which maintain tension on the engine timing belt, have insufficient vibration absorption performance. Continued use in this condition may cause the external spring of the auto-tensioner to fracture, leading to …

Mazda Capella 1996–1997 ニホンフォード Telstar II 1996–1997
29 Sep 1998 4051 units affected Ref JP-2101310

Some interior door handle components have improper plating pre-treatment. Continued use in this condition may cause the plating to peel off the interior door handle, and in the worst case, finger injury …

Mitsubishi Debonair 1992–1993

Isuzu: Battery

Fire risk
29 Sep 1998 213 units affected Ref JP-1105362

Battery cable routing in the engine compartment is improper, causing contact between the cable and fuel hoses or pipes. Continued use in this condition risks insulation damage and short circuiting of the …

Isuzu Cubic 1990–1995
29 Sep 1998 1489 units affected Ref JP-1105361

The welding of the parking brake mounting bracket to the frame is inadequate, resulting in insufficient strength in some units. Continued use in this condition may cause the bracket to deform, and …

Isuzu Journey K 1989–1995

Isuzu: Power Steering

Steering
29 Sep 1998 2638 units affected Ref JP-1105350

The power steering pipe of the steering system is mounted improperly in some vehicles, causing contact with other components. Continued use in this condition may damage the pipe, and in the worst …

Isuzu GIGA 1996–1998
29 Sep 1998 1566 units affected Ref JP-1105320

The bracket securing the parking brake cable to the transmission has insufficient strength. Continued use in this condition may result in bracket fracture and loss of parking brake function in the worst …

Hino Hino Super Dolphin Profia 1998
29 Sep 1998 295 units affected Ref JP-1105310

Due to improper machining of the propeller shaft in the power transmission system, some units have insufficient strength. Continued use in this condition may result, in the worst case, in fracture of …

Hino Hino Blue Ribbon 1986–1992
24 Sep 1998 398 units affected Ref JP-2201300

The positive terminal connector bolt on the battery cable has a small diameter, causing some units to lose clamping force. Continued use in this condition results in poor connection between the terminal …

サーブ 9000 1994–1997
24 Sep 1998 3309 units affected Ref JP-1105340

In vehicles equipped with ABS (anti-lock braking system) with stroke sensors on the brake force control device, grease may adhere to the brake light switch contact points. Continued use in this condition …

Mitsubishi Galant 1992–1994

Nissan: ABS

Brakes
24 Sep 1998 19335 units affected Ref JP-1105330

Some ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) control units in the brake force control device have manufacturing defects. The ABS may activate when not required, potentially resulting in increased braking distance in worst-case scenarios.

Nissan Skyline 1998 Nissan Presage 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.