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 349 of 352

Never miss a recall on your car. recallscheck.cy monitors your exact VIN and alerts you when one is issued. Learn more → Full recall report for your exact car — €5. A PDF report plus 2 months of monitoring; we text you if a new recall appears. Get a report →

Buick: Wiring

Fire risk
29 Nov 1994 370 units affected Ref JP-1205390

Improper installation of the electromagnetic door lock relay mounted near the passenger-side door attachment. Continued use in this condition may allow moisture to enter the relay, causing short circuit, overheating, and potentially …

ビュイック Regal Estate Wagon 1993–1994 ビュイック Regal Sedan 1993–1994
29 Nov 1994 1729 units affected Ref JP-1205380

The outlet hose piping of the engine oil cooler is improperly routed, causing interference with the air conditioning compressor clutch on some vehicles. Continued use in this condition may damage the hose, …

キャデラック Allante 1992–1994 キャデラック Eldorado Touring Coupe 1992–1994 キャデラック Seville Touring Sedan 1992–1994
24 Nov 1994 840 units affected Ref JP-2100870

A manufacturing defect exists in the retainer—the component that maintains hydraulic pressure in the clutches that operate in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd gears within the automatic transmission. If use continues in this …

Mitsubishi FTO 1994

Porsche: Windshield Wiper

Steering
17 Nov 1994 297 units affected Ref JP-1205370

On left-hand drive vehicles, the cover attached to the upper portion of the front windshield wiper motor has an undersized shape, allowing water to enter the motor interior. Continued use in this …

Porsche 944 S2 1990–1991 Porsche 944 S2 Cabriolet 1990–1991 Porsche 968 1990–1991 Porsche 968 Cabriolet 1990–1991

Peugeot: Wiring

Fire risk
8 Nov 1994 463 units affected Ref JP-1205363

Electrical wiring routed between the battery and distribution box is improperly configured. Vibration during vehicle operation causes the wiring to interfere with itself, potentially damaging the insulation and causing short circuits. In …

Peugeot Peugeot 205 CTi Cabriolet 1992–1994 Peugeot Peugeot 205 GTi 1992–1994
8 Nov 1994 549 units affected Ref JP-1205362

Some vehicles may have incorrect specification bulbs installed in the auxiliary headlights.

Peugeot Peugeot 205 CTi Cabriolet 1992–1994 Peugeot Peugeot 205 GTi 1992–1994 Peugeot Peugeot 205 Si 1.6 1992–1994 Peugeot Peugeot 205 Si 1.9 1992–1994

Peugeot: Fuel Hose/Pipe

Fire risk
8 Nov 1994 463 units affected Ref JP-1205361

The seal plug at the tip of the fuel distributor, which distributes fuel to each cylinder of the engine, is installed improperly. Continued use in this condition may cause the seal plug's …

Peugeot Peugeot 205 CTi Cabriolet 1992–1994 Peugeot Peugeot 205 GTi 1992–1994

Ford: Fuel Tank

Fuel leak
27 Oct 1994 2661 units affected Ref JP-2200860

Welding residue (fine particles) generated during fuel tank manufacturing is not completely removed. This residue may be drawn into the fuel pump, causing wear on the fuel pump's sliding surfaces. Alternatively, residue …

Ford Taurus 1992–1993 Ford Lincoln Continental 1992–1993
20 Oct 1994 388 units affected Ref JP-1205352

The backplate attached to the front-wheel disc brake of the braking system has an undersized shape. If operation continues in this condition, foreign matter may enter from the backplate and adhere to …

サーブ 900 1993–1994

Saab: Seat

20 Oct 1994 388 units affected Ref JP-1205351

The driver's seat rail has inadequate strength. If used in this condition, in the worst case, if the vehicle is struck from behind, the rail may fracture and the seat may tip …

サーブ 900 1993–1994
18 Oct 1994 33217 units affected Ref JP-1104440

In the bracket that secures the front-wheel brake hose to the shock absorber outer tube, improper mounting angle of the brake hose causes twisting in some units. Continued use in this condition …

Mitsubishi Mirage 1991–1994

Alfa Romeo: Wiring

Fire risk
6 Oct 1994 197 units affected Ref JP-1205342

The electrical wiring connecting the battery to the fuse box is routed improperly and may interfere with the ABS control unit or brake pipes in its vicinity. Continued use in this condition …

Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo 155 2.0 Turbo 16V 4WD 1992–1994
6 Oct 1994 197 units affected Ref JP-1205341

The electrical wiring connecting the battery to the starter motor is routed improperly and may interfere with the edge of the battery mounting bracket. Continued use in this condition could result in …

Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo 155 2.0 Turbo 16V 4WD 1992–1994
20 Sep 1994 72293 units affected Ref JP-2100850

If the engine overheats and operation continues in this condition, the coolant auxiliary tank (sub-tank) may expand due to vapor pressure, causing the overflow pipe—which is routed between the sub-tank and the …

Isuzu Elf 1993–1994
5 Sep 1994 7449 units affected Ref JP-1104430

During the welding process of the propeller shaft used in the power transmission system of four-wheel drive vehicles, the welding electrode made localized contact, causing cracks to develop in some propeller shafts. …

Toyota Toyota RAV4 J 1994 Toyota Toyota Carina 1994 Toyota Toyota Caldina 1994 Toyota Toyota Caldina Van 1994 Toyota Toyota Corona 1994
1 Sep 1994 3246 units affected Ref JP-1205330

Some fuel tank filler neck joints have welding defects. When the fuel tank is filled to capacity, fuel may leak from the affected filler neck joint, potentially resulting in fire.

Chevrolet Camaro Z28 1990–1992 Chevrolet Camaro Sport Coupe 1990–1992 Chevrolet Camaro Sport Convertible 1990–1992 ポンテアック Firebird Trans Am 1990–1992 ポンテアック Firebird Trans Am GTA 1990–1992
1 Sep 1994 1136 units affected Ref JP-1104420

The bracket structure securing the solenoid valve for hydraulic pressure adjustment of the hydraulic timer controlling fuel injection timing in the engine is inadequate. This causes the oil return pipe connected to …

Isuzu - 1990–1994
2 Aug 1994 2808 units affected Ref JP-1205320

The ignition controller (igniter) installed on vehicles equipped with electronic fuel injection may deteriorate due to ozone (O3) or heat generated during discharge. If use continues in this condition, the controller may …

ローバー Rover 216 GTi 1989–1994 ローバー Rover 216 Cabriolet 1989–1994 ローバー Rover 827 SLi 1989–1994 ローバー Rover 827 Sterling 1989–1994 ローバー Rover Vitesse 1989–1994
26 Jul 1994 224 units affected Ref JP-1205310

1) Fastening bolts securing the propeller shaft support are insufficiently tightened. If operation continues in this condition, bolts may loosen and detach in worst case, resulting in loss of propulsion. 2) Front …

BMW BMW R1100GS 1994

Peugeot: High-tension cord

Fire risk
19 Jul 1994 1773 units affected Ref JP-1205300

High-tension cords connecting the ignition coil to the distributor are routed improperly, causing contact with the rubber fuel return hose that returns fuel from the fuel injector manifold to the fuel tank. …

Peugeot Peugeot 405 SRI 1990–1992 Peugeot Peugeot 405 SRI-EX Break 1990–1992
19 Jul 1994 8186 units affected Ref JP-1104410

Some gasoline engines have improper assembly of seal plugs on the front and rear surfaces of the cylinder head. Continued use in this condition may result in seal plug detachment, engine oil …

Honda Horizon 1991–1994 Isuzu Bighorn 1991–1994 Subaru Bighorn 1991–1994
16 Jun 1994 1128 units affected Ref JP-1205290

In vehicles equipped with automatic cruise control, improper lubrication of the ball joint connector during assembly of the throttle linkage may cause rust to develop at the joint, which in the worst …

Mercedes-Benz 220E 1992–1993 Mercedes-Benz 220TE 1992–1993
16 Jun 1994 136 units affected Ref JP-1205282

Rust-preventative coating is applied to the front wheel hub and rear brake drum. Continued use in this condition may result in reduced wheel nut torque due to road impacts and other factors, …

キャデラック Fleetwood Brougham Sedan 1993–1994
16 Jun 1994 58 units affected Ref JP-1205281

Improper installation of engine oil cooler hose may cause interference with the steering gear box. Continued use in this condition risks hose damage, potentially leading to engine oil leakage and fire.

キャデラック Fleetwood Brougham Sedan 1993–1994
2 Jun 1994 711 units affected Ref JP-1205270

Improper installation of the front-wheel brake pipe in the primary braking system may cause interference between the brake pipe and the front suspension link rod (strut-stabilizer connecting rod) during steering operations. Continued …

Citroen ZX 1992
2 Jun 1994 640 units affected Ref JP-1205260

Improper attachment of the front-wheel brake pipe to the primary braking system causes interference between the brake pipe and the front suspension link rod (connecting rod between strut and stabilizer bar) during …

Citroen ZX 1991–1992
26 May 1994 655 units affected Ref JP-1205252

During the manufacturing process of the steering column shaft, plastic pins installed at the connection between the lower shaft and upper shaft to absorb impact from collisions may have been installed with …

Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee 1993

Chrysler: Ignition Coil

Loss of control
26 May 1994 281 units affected Ref JP-1205251

Primary-side wiring connected to the ignition coil of the ignition system has sections made of material with low wire resistance. Continued extended use at low RPM causes heat buildup inside the ignition …

Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee 1993
26 May 1994 3410 units affected Ref JP-1205240

The bracket mounting hole shape that retains the radiator hose of the cooling system in the engine compartment is inappropriate. Continued use in this condition may cause the bracket to shift due …

Chrysler Jeep Cherokee 1992–1993
26 May 1994 1139 units affected Ref JP-1104400

The fixing bracket (clip) securing the electrical wiring (battery cable) between the battery and starter motor is improperly installed. Continued operation in this condition causes the battery cable and clip to rub …

Isuzu - 1991–1994

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.