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: Power Steering

Steering
21 Oct 1997 5954 units affected Ref JP-1104881

Certain rubber hoses in the hydraulic power steering system lack sufficient durability. In the worst case, these rubber hoses may crack, causing oil leakage and resulting in heavy steering feel.

Subaru Alcyone SVX 1991–1996
21 Oct 1997 142395 units affected Ref JP-1104875

Speedometer gear material in manual transmission vehicles is inadequate, causing the gear to wear; in the worst case, the speedometer may cease to function.

Subaru Sambar 1993–1995

Subaru: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
21 Oct 1997 230190 units affected Ref JP-1104874

In carbureted engines, contact wear in the fuel pump may cause the fuel pump to malfunction or cease operation, risking engine stall.

Subaru Sambar 1990–1993

Subaru: Wiring

Fire risk
21 Oct 1997 7468 units affected Ref JP-1104873

Improper installation of the air conditioner high-pressure hose causes interference between the rear harness and the hose crimped section. Vehicle vibration may damage the harness insulation, potentially resulting in wire short circuit …

Subaru Sambar 1991–1996
21 Oct 1997 39805 units affected Ref JP-1104872

In engines equipped with electronic fuel injection, ignition system noise may cause engine malfunction, and in the worst case, engine stoppage may occur.

Subaru Sambar 1995–1997
21 Oct 1997 15304 units affected Ref JP-1104871

In electronically controlled fuel injection engines, improper routing of ground wires may cause the ground wire to be severed due to engine vibration and other factors, potentially resulting in engine shutdown.

Subaru Sambar 1995–1996
16 Oct 1997 101266 units affected Ref JP-1104860

In diesel vehicle turbochargers, the seal packing structure at the rotating shaft seal is inadequate. Continued operation in this condition may cause turbocharger lubricating oil to accumulate in the intake manifold during …

Toyota Toyota Estima Lucida 1991–1993

Subaru: Seat

13 Oct 1997 385283 units affected Ref JP-1104853

The gear (lower) in the front seat backrest adjustment mechanism lacks sufficient strength, causing gear damage. In worst cases, the backrest may collapse.

Subaru Vivio 1992–1995

Subaru: Fuel Tank

Fire risk
13 Oct 1997 68845 units affected Ref JP-1104852

If the fuel tank's fuel piping system becomes clogged, internal pressure may rise under certain operating conditions, causing the fuel tank to deform. In the worst case, contact with the propeller shaft …

Subaru Vivio 1992–1994

Subaru: Window Glass

Fire risk
13 Oct 1997 43055 units affected Ref JP-1104851

In vehicles equipped with power windows, certain driver-side switches for raising and lowering door glass have manufacturing defects. Continued use in this condition may cause internal short-circuiting of the switch, rendering the …

Subaru Subaru Rex 1989–1992
8 Oct 1997 27010 units affected Ref JP-1104840

The check valve in the vacuum hose of the brake booster is defective due to manufacturing error. If the vehicle continues to be used in this condition, the internal components of the …

Mitsubishi Delica 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero Junior 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero Mini 1997 Mitsubishi Minica 1997 Mitsubishi Mirage 1997 +2 more

Buell: Drum/Disc

Brakes
2 Oct 1997 545 units affected Ref JP-1206530

The clip attached to the fixing pin of the front brake disc is improperly assembled. Continued use in this condition may cause the clip to detach and the pin to shift, potentially …

ビューエル M2 Cyclone 1996–1997 ビューエル S1W White Lightning 1996–1997 ビューエル S1 Lightning 1996–1997 ビューエル S3 Thunderbolt 1996–1997

Cadillac: ABS

Brakes
11 Sep 1997 2226 units affected Ref JP-1206520

Due to improper programming in the brake system computer, the ABS (anti-lock braking system) activates unnecessarily during normal braking operations. In worst-case scenarios, this may result in extended braking distance.

キャデラック Eldorado Touring Coupe 1996–1997 キャデラック Concours 1996–1997 キャデラック Seville Touring Sedan 1996–1997
28 Aug 1997 3008 units affected Ref JP-1206510

If the power door mirror switch mounted on the driver's door is operated while rainwater or similar moisture has infiltrated it, internal short-circuiting may occur, which could potentially result in fire in …

Ford Explorer 1992–1994
28 Aug 1997 20591 units affected Ref JP-1104830

In two-wheel drive diesel vehicles, the front pipe mounting bracket of the exhaust pipe has insufficient strength, and in vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions, the main muffler mounting bracket has defective machining. …

Mazda Bongo 1996–1997 Nissan Vanette 1996–1997 ニホンフォード J80 1996–1997

Alfa Romeo: Airbag

Airbag
26 Aug 1997 767 units affected Ref JP-2201120

Some airbag deployment sensors are susceptible to impacts from below the vehicle body. If the underside of the vehicle receives a severe impact, the airbag may deploy.

Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo 145 QV 1996–1997
26 Aug 1997 11245 units affected Ref JP-1206500

Certain idle pulleys (slack belt pulleys) and tension pulleys (tension-adjusting belt pulleys) on the engine timing belt (camshaft drive belt) have insufficient strength. Continued use in this condition may result in abnormal …

オペル Vita 1995–1996 オペル Tigra 1995–1996
21 Aug 1997 700 units affected Ref JP-1206490

The frame shape of the right-side second-row seat is improper. Upon impact from collision or similar events, the seat frame and seat belt may interfere with each other, potentially resulting in seat …

Chevrolet Astro LT 2WD 1995–1997 Chevrolet Astro LT 4WD 1995–1997 Chevrolet Astro Gulf Stream 1995–1997
21 Aug 1997 65782 units affected Ref JP-1104820

The piston surface treatment within the rear brake system is inadequate. Continued use in this condition causes the cup attached to the piston to wear, resulting in brake fluid leakage. In the …

Honda Logo 1996–1997
19 Aug 1997 79833 units affected Ref JP-1104812

Manufacturing defects exist in the alternator diodes (semiconductors) and IC regulator (voltage regulator). Continued use in this condition may cause contact failure in these components, preventing battery charging and resulting in engine …

Subaru Legacy 1993–1996
19 Aug 1997 101230 units affected Ref JP-1104811

Manufacturing defects exist in the cam angle sensor and crank angle sensor mounted on the engine. If use continues in this condition, internal contact failure in the sensor may occur, preventing normal …

Subaru Impreza 1993–1996 Subaru Legacy 1993–1996
31 Jul 1997 7 units affected Ref JP-1206480

Due to manufacturing defects, cracks may be present in the upper universal joint of the steering shaft in the steering system. Continued use in this condition may result in loss of steering …

Porsche 911 Carrera 2 TIP 1992
31 Jul 1997 70 units affected Ref JP-1206472

The mounting bolt of the voltage regulator attached to the engine alternator is incorrect; if use continues in this state, the bolt may loosen, and in the worst case, the battery may …

Porsche 986 Boxster 1996–1997

Porsche: Engine Block

Steering
31 Jul 1997 57 units affected Ref JP-1206471

The seals in the bearing sections of the tension roller and idle roller (slack belt vehicles) that adjust the tension of the auxiliary drive belt for the engine are inadequate. Continued use …

Porsche 986 Boxster 1996–1997
31 Jul 1997 10374 units affected Ref JP-1206460

Certain cooling fan motor bearing mounting dimensions are improper. Continued use in this condition may cause bearing seizure, motor failure, and engine overheating.

Ford Taurus 1988–1995 Ford Taurus 4-Door Sedan 1988–1995 Ford Taurus 5-Door Station Wagon 1988–1995 Ford Lincoln Continental 4-Door Sedan 1988–1995
17 Jul 1997 90 units affected Ref JP-1206450

Poor electrical connections exist in the wiring inside the motor that generates hydraulic pressure in the bronze device. If use continues in this condition, in the worst case the motor may cease …

Ferrari 456 GT 1996 Ferrari F355 Spider 1996 Ferrari F355 Berlinetta 1996
15 Jul 1997 159 units affected Ref JP-2201110

The hinge structure of the front seat backrest is inadequately designed. When lowering the backrest by hand or finger insertion into the hinge area, hands or fingers may be pinched in the …

Chevrolet Tahoe Sport 1995–1996
15 Jul 1997 4299 units affected Ref JP-1104800

Certain front suspension coil springs have inadequate anti-corrosion coating. Continued use in this condition may result in rust formation, and in worst case, coil spring fracture, potentially compromising driving stability.

Mazda Anfini MS-8 1995 Mazda Capella 1995 Mazda Eunos 500 1995 ニホンフォード Telstar II 1995
8 Jul 1997 40754 units affected Ref JP-1206443

The weld of the reinforcement plate at the vehicle body mounting point of the steering gearbox is inadequate. Repeated driving that applies excessive force to the steering shaft, such as curb strikes …

Chrysler Jeep Cherokee 1992–1997
8 Jul 1997 40754 units affected Ref JP-1206442

The shaft within the gearbox of the steering apparatus has been improperly machined. Continued use in this condition may cause the adjustment nut to loosen, resulting in power steering fluid leakage. In …

Chrysler Jeep Cherokee 1992–1997

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.