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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14 May 1996 2171 units affected Ref JP-1205961

The engine water pump pulley features a welded design with insufficient strength in some units. Continued use in this condition may cause cracks to develop at the weld, potentially resulting in engine …

サーブ 900 1993–1995
8 May 1996 1048910 units affected Ref JP-1104572

Some radio noise suppression capacitors (condensers) attached to the ignition system wiring of the engine have manufacturing defects. Continued use in this condition may cause short-circuiting and burning of the capacitor terminals, …

Nissan Gloria Patrol 1989–1994 Nissan Skyline 1989–1994 Nissan Cedric Gloria 1989–1994 Nissan Cedric Patrol 1989–1994 Nissan Cefiro 1989–1994 +6 more

Nissan: Seat Belt

Fire risk
8 May 1996 1048910 units affected Ref JP-1104571

The electrical connector cover (polyurethane) located above the belt tensioner (a device that instantly takes up slack in the front seat belt upon collision) has insufficient flame retardancy. When the device operates, …

Nissan Cima 1989–1994 Nissan Cedric Gloria 1989–1994 Nissan Leopard J-Ferry 1989–1994
23 Apr 1996 32 units affected Ref JP-1205950

The contact ring at the steering wheel attachment point may become difficult to rotate due to heat exposure in direct sunlight. Continued use in this condition could result in loss of steering …

BMW Alpina B3-3.0/1 1993–1994

Rover: Fuel Tank

Fire risk
23 Apr 1996 238 units affected Ref JP-1205940

Moisture and foreign matter can accumulate between the fuel tank and its protective underguard. Continued use in this condition may cause corrosion of the fuel tank bottom, resulting in fuel leakage and …

ローバー Range Rover 1990

Rover: Suspension Arm/Rod

Wheel / axle
23 Apr 1996 1222 units affected Ref JP-1205930

1. The bolts securing the front suspension upper arm lack sufficient strength, causing cracks in some bolts. Continued use in this condition may lead to bolt fracture and loss of drivability. 2. …

ローバー Rover MG RV8 1993–1995
18 Apr 1996 143332 units affected Ref JP-2101000

The radiator cap attached to the engine body may become damaged during maintenance operations or similar work. Damage can degrade the cap's sealing performance, and continued use in this condition may result …

Isuzu Elf 1993–1995

Peugeot: Wiring

Fire risk
18 Apr 1996 168 units affected Ref JP-1205920

Improper installation methods exist in the electrical wiring below the steering column. If use continues in this state, the wiring may contact the steering shaft, damaging the wire insulation and potentially resulting …

Peugeot Peugeot 106 XSi 1995–1996

Volvo: Wiring

Fire risk
18 Apr 1996 849 units affected Ref JP-1205910

On right-hand drive vehicles, the mounting method of the electrical wiring from the battery to the starter motor is improper, causing interference with the front cross member. Continued use in this condition …

Volvo Volvo 960 1990–1991 Volvo Volvo 960 Estate 1990–1991

Ford: Body

16 Apr 1996 179 units affected Ref JP-2200990

Some optional roof racks (flat-load ski attachments) have insufficient strength in the upper arm hinge section, which may cause that section to break and the mounted ski to detach.

Ford Explorer 1995–1996
11 Apr 1996 512 units affected Ref JP-1205900

The structure of the component that retains the front brake hose to the shock absorber outer cylinder is inadequate, causing the brake hose to become detached. If operation continues in this state, …

オーストラリア三菱 Diamante Wagon 1995–1996
19 Mar 1996 79 units affected Ref JP-1205890

The license plate light bulb wattage setting is excessively high. Prolonged illumination may cause the lens and bulb socket to melt or deform due to heat.

Ford Taurus 1996
14 Mar 1996 95 units affected Ref JP-1205880

Some hood secondary latch mechanisms are not properly adjusted. If the primary latch is released due to any cause, the hood may open without stopping at the secondary latch position.

キャデラック Concours Executive 1995
14 Mar 1996 58 units affected Ref JP-1205870

Some vehicles have control rods connecting the automatic transmission and shift lever that are not properly adjusted, which may prevent the parking mechanism from engaging even when the shift lever is moved …

キャデラック Fleetwood Brougham Sedan 1995
14 Mar 1996 354 units affected Ref JP-1205860

The hood auxiliary locking device hook has an inappropriate shape. Minor front-end collisions and similar impacts may damage this hook. If the vehicle is driven with the hood not fully closed in …

Mercedes-Benz AMG C280 1994–1995 Mercedes-Benz AMG C36 1994–1995
14 Mar 1996 21274 units affected Ref JP-1205850

The hood auxiliary locking mechanism hook has an improper shape. Minor front-end collisions may cause damage to this hook. If the vehicle is driven with the hood not fully closed in this …

Mercedes-Benz C200 1993–1995 Mercedes-Benz C220 1993–1995 Mercedes-Benz C250 Diesel 1993–1995 Mercedes-Benz C280 1993–1995
7 Mar 1996 121 units affected Ref JP-1205840

A malfunction in the electronic circuit of the auto lamp system, which automatically illuminates the headlights when it becomes dark, may cause the device to malfunction and unexpectedly turn off during automatic …

Ford Lincoln Continental 1995
20 Feb 1996 1741 units affected Ref JP-2100980

The towing hook attached to the lower front of the vehicle has an inappropriate shape. During road surface contact, impacts from the vehicle undercarriage are easily transmitted to the airbag sensor, which …

Mazda Familia 1994 ニホンフォード Laser 1994

Citroën: Fuel Hose/Pipe

Fire risk
20 Feb 1996 3745 units affected Ref JP-1205830

The fuel vapor hose for venting air during fuel injection has insufficient heat resistance, causing cracks at connection points that may lead to fuel leakage and potentially fire.

Citroen ZX 1992–1995

Citroën: Fuel Hose/Pipe

Fire risk
20 Feb 1996 1757 units affected Ref JP-1205820

The fuel vapor hose used to vent air during refueling has insufficient heat resistance, causing cracks to develop at the connection points and resulting in fuel leakage. In the worst case, this …

Citroen ZX 1991–1995
8 Feb 1996 4713 units affected Ref JP-1205812

The end of the metal fuel pipe in the engine room has an improper shape, which may cause the rubber fuel hose connected to this pipe to become damaged due to vehicle …

BMW BMW 740iA 1994–1995 BMW BMW 750iLA 1994–1995
8 Feb 1996 210 units affected Ref JP-1205811

Certain wheel carriers (wheel mounting components) that constitute the rear-right suspension have casting defects. Continued use in this condition may cause the defective casting to fracture, potentially compromising driving stability.

BMW BMW 740iA 1995 BMW BMW 750iLA 1995
8 Feb 1996 244 units affected Ref JP-1205800

The plastic sheet inserted between the ball and socket of the ball joint used in the steering linkage connection has an inappropriate shape. Continued use in this condition may cause the ball …

Ford Mercury Sable 4-Door Sedan 1987–1988 Ford Mercury Sable 5-Door Station Wagon 1987–1988 Ford Lincoln Continental 4-Door Sedan 1987–1988
8 Feb 1996 6035 units affected Ref JP-1205790

The plastic sheet inserted between the ball and socket of the ball joint used in the steering apparatus connection has an improper shape. Continued use in this condition may cause the ball …

Ford Ford Taurus 4-Door Sedan 1987–1992 Ford Ford Taurus 5-Door Station Wagon 1987–1992 Ford Lincoln Continental 4-Door Sedan 1987–1992
30 Jan 1996 5315 units affected Ref JP-1104560

Water may enter the interior of the starter switch (electromagnetic switch) that controls current to the starter motor. This causes contact corrosion and operational failure. If use continues in this condition, heat …

Nissan Condor 1995 Nissan Condor S 1995

Hino: Starting System

Fire risk
30 Jan 1996 24096 units affected Ref JP-1104550

Water may ingress into the internal contacts of the starter motor switch (which controls current flow to the engine starter motor), causing corrosion and malfunction. If operation continues in this condition, contact …

Hino Hino Ranger 1994–1995
18 Jan 1996 107 units affected Ref JP-2200970

In extreme cold conditions where the cabin temperature falls to -18°C or below, the resin bearing section of the accelerator pedal rod may contract, creating friction resistance. If this occurs simultaneously with …

キャデラック Fleetwood Brougham Sedan 1994–1995
18 Jan 1996 4189 units affected Ref JP-1205780

The mounting bolt shape for the rear seat three-point seat belt lap anchor plate is inappropriate. In the event of collision or impact, the anchor plate may separate from the mounting bolt …

ビュイック Regal Estate Wagon 1989–1995 ビュイック Regal Limited Sedan 1989–1995 ポンテアック 6000SE 1989–1995
18 Jan 1996 5755 units affected Ref JP-1205772

(1) The shaft material of the electric fan motor that cools the engine is inappropriate, causing shaft wear at the bearing. Continued operation in this condition may result in electric fan motor …

Volkswagen VW Corrado VR6 1992–1995 Volkswagen VW Golf CL Diesel 1992–1995 Volkswagen VW Golf VR6 1992–1995 Volkswagen VW Passat VR6 1992–1995
18 Jan 1996 5755 units affected Ref JP-1205771

The fan blade hub (connection point between the fan blade and motor shaft) of the electric cooling fan for the engine is made of inappropriate material, which may cause the hub to …

Volkswagen VW Corrado VR6 1992–1995 Volkswagen VW Golf CL Diesel 1992–1995 Volkswagen VW Golf VR6 1992–1995 Volkswagen VW Passat VR6 1992–1995

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.