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

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24 Jun 2021 173 units affected Ref JP-1149820

In headlights, when used for extended periods beyond design assumptions such as in taxi service, the aluminum vapor coating of the reflector may peel off due to heat and ultraviolet radiation from …

Toyota Crown 2012–2015

Daihatsu/Toyota: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
24 Jun 2021 956221 units affected Ref JP-1149780

The fuel pump impeller (resin-molded rotor) may have undergone improper molding conditions, resulting in low resin density. This causes the impeller to swell and deform when exposed to fuel, potentially contacting the …

Daihatsu Wake 2017–2019 Daihatsu Cast 2017–2019 Daihatsu Copen 2017–2019 Daihatsu Tanto 2017–2019 Daihatsu Hijet Caddy 2017–2019 +9 more
24 Jun 2021 160435 units affected Ref JP-1149770

The seal at the boot attachment point of the steering gear is inadequate, and the air conditioning drain hose is positioned directly above it. As a result, air conditioning condensation may drip …

Daihatsu Atrai Wagon 2017–2019 Daihatsu Hijet 2017–2019 Daihatsu Hijet Deck Van 2017–2019 Subaru Sambar 2017–2019 Subaru Sambar Open Deck 2017–2019 +2 more
24 Jun 2021 58 units affected Ref JP-1149730

In combine harvesters, due to inadequate insulation treatment of the exhaust pipe and its vicinity, as well as improper design, chaff accumulates near the exhaust pipe. During diesel particulate filter (DPF) regeneration …

Mitsubishi V6120 2015–2017

Land Rover: Seat Belt

Brakes
22 Jun 2021 2 units affected Ref JP-1232400

The driver's seat belt retractor may be improperly manufactured, causing the seat belt to fail to lock during hard braking or similar conditions. As a result, the seat belt may not restrain …

Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2021
22 Jun 2021 112 units affected Ref JP-1149810

On certain wheel loader cab configurations, rental company vehicle management number stickers are affixed to the side windows. This may result in non-compliance with Safety Standard Article 29 (window glass requirements).

Komatsu WA40-8 2016–2020
22 Jun 2021 16719 units affected Ref JP-1149790

In engines of large trucks and buses, manufacturing variations in the oil pump can cause the pump gear shaft to tilt. This results in gear tooth wear, and continued operation in this …

Mitsubishi Fuso Super Great 2010–2015
18 Jun 2021 17432 units affected Ref JP-1149762

(1) In the power transmission system, an improper pin selection was made for connecting the primary transmission rod linked to the primary transmission lever with the traveling HST (hydrostatic continuously variable transmission), …

Kubota - 2007–2021
18 Jun 2021 17432 units affected Ref JP-1149761

(1) In the power transmission system, the pin connecting the main transmission rod (linked to the main transmission lever) and the HST (hydrostatic continuously variable transmission) was selected inappropriately and connected with …

Kubota - 2007–2021

UD Trucks: Headlamps

Wheel / axle
17 Jun 2021 1 units affected Ref JP-1149830

In leaf suspension variant vehicles, the automatic headlamp leveling control program in the vehicle master control unit is inadequate, causing the headlamp aiming adjustment device to not operate when the lighting switch …

UDトラックス Quon 2021
17 Jun 2021 43702 units affected Ref JP-1149750

In the braking system of large and medium-duty trucks, the resin piston material in the parking brake relay valve is inappropriate, causing hydrolysis due to moisture in the air circuit. The piston …

Isuzu GIGA 2016–2019
17 Jun 2021 43429 units affected Ref JP-1149740

On large and medium-duty trucks, due to inadequate speedometer control programming, performing specific key operations under certain conditions during program startup may cause warning lights to illuminate and the speedometer and related …

Isuzu GIGA 2019–2021

Audi: Airbag

Airbag
16 Jun 2021 459 units affected Ref JP-1232290

In the dashboard, due to improper manufacturing processes, the passenger airbag aperture may not be correctly machined. As a result, the airbag may not fully deploy upon collision, potentially causing excessive injury …

Audi Audi A6 40TDI quattro 2018–2021 Audi Audi A6 45Tq 2018–2021 Audi Audi A6 55Tq 2018–2021 Audi Audi A7 SB 40TDIq 2018–2021 Audi Audi A7 SB 45Tq 2018–2021 +6 more

BMW Alpina: Engine Block

Loss of control
15 Jun 2021 2 units affected Ref JP-1232390

In diesel engines, improper manufacturing control of the timing chain resulted in the use of components without surface treatment. Consequently, the timing chain may stretch during use, causing abnormal noise from the …

BMW Alpina D3 Bi-Turbo 2016

BMW: Engine Block

Loss of control
15 Jun 2021 121 units affected Ref JP-1232370

In diesel engines, improper manufacturing control of timing chains resulted in the use of components without surface treatment. During use, timing chain elongation causes abnormal engine noise, and in worst-case scenarios, valve …

BMW BMW 118d 2016 BMW BMW 218d Gran Tourer 2016 BMW BMW 320d 2016 BMW BMW 523d 2016 BMW BMW 523d Touring 2016 +8 more
15 Jun 2021 577 units affected Ref JP-1149670

In the fuel system of engine-powered forklifts, some injector bodies have insufficient strength due to improper process control during molding. Consequently, repeated common rail pressure (fuel pressure) cycles may cause cracks to …

Toyota Toyota Geneo 2017–2020 Toyota Toyota Geneo 2017–2020

Porsche: Damper Arm/Rod

Steering
11 Jun 2021 47 units affected Ref JP-1232180

In the damper assembly, the nut securing the rear suspension arm is made of inappropriate material, which in some cases causes premature corrosion cracking. This results in loosening of the arm attachment …

Porsche Cayenne 2020 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid 2020 Porsche Cayenne GTS 2020
11 Jun 2021 41 units affected Ref JP-1149691

In internal combustion forklifts, the oil seal of the brake master cylinder may have insufficient sealing performance, causing brake boost oil to flow into the brake oil side. Additionally, under frequent brake …

S N FD35/40PXIII 2014–2020 S N FD40PXII 2014–2020 S N FD45/50PXII 2014–2020 S N FD45/50PXIII 2014–2020
11 Jun 2021 317 units affected Ref JP-1149680

In counterbalance battery forklifts, the bracket shape of the battery disconnect mechanism is improper, resulting in insufficient clearance between the battery disconnect lever and bracket. When the battery hood deflects, this clearance …

S N FB09PSXIII 2016–2021
10 Jun 2021 45 units affected Ref JP-1232350

On agricultural tractor brake hoses, improper assembly instructions for adjacent hose clamps result in interference with clamps. Continued operation in this condition may cause hose damage due to running vibration and engine …

ジョンディア JD-7230R 2016–2019 ジョンディア JD-7290R 2016–2019 ジョンディア JD-7310R 2016–2019
10 Jun 2021 3 units affected Ref JP-1232340

Agricultural tractor crankshaft bearing cap bolts may have insufficient fastening torque due to improper programming of the tightening tool. Continued operation in this condition can cause bolts to loosen due to engine …

ジョンディア JD-6195R 2020 ジョンディア JD-6215R 2020
10 Jun 2021 1 units affected Ref JP-1232330

In the power transmission system of agricultural tractors, the PTA controller (transmission travel control device) seal surfaces were improperly cleaned, resulting in insufficient seal performance in some units. Water may consequently ingress …

ジョンディア JD-6130R 2020
10 Jun 2021 11317 units affected Ref JP-1149710

The body control module has an inappropriate control program. When the light switch is operated to the parking light position while the adaptive driving headlight is ON and the fog light is …

Nissan Note 2020–2021

Nissan: Engine - Other

Wheel / axle
10 Jun 2021 27321 units affected Ref JP-1149700

Engine mount bracket attachment bolts are susceptible to loosening due to improper installation. Continued operation may result in bolt fracture, causing the engine to tilt and interfere with the front suspension member, …

Nissan Note 2020–2021
8 Jun 2021 17 units affected Ref JP-1232320

The seat belt upper anchor bolts on the driver and front passenger seats have insufficient clamping torque due to improper tightening during assembly. This can cause the bolts to loosen upon collision …

Tesla Model 3 AWD 2019 Tesla Model 3 RWD 2019
8 Jun 2021 28 units affected Ref JP-1232310

Brake calipers on the front and rear wheels have insufficient fastening torque on their mounting bolts due to improper tightening during assembly. Consequently, the bolts may loosen due to driving vibrations, and …

Tesla Model 3 AWD 2019–2020 Tesla Model 3 RWD 2019–2020

UD Trucks: Engine - Other

Fire risk
8 Jun 2021 1 units affected Ref JP-1149650

In the engine manufacturing process of large trucks, fasteners (bolts or nuts) for engine accessories may be inadequately tightened. Vibration and other factors can cause these fasteners to loosen during use. Continued …

UDトラックス Quon 2020

Volvo XC90

3 Jun 2021 52 units affected Ref JP-2206160

The control display for front passenger seat adjustment, operable from the rear seat, has a defective control program. When the touchscreen is operated while water droplets or similar substances are present on …

Volvo Volvo XC90 2016–2020
3 Jun 2021 20 units affected Ref JP-1232280

Ignition coils may have been incorrectly installed or inadequately secured due to improper assembly procedures. This can result in cylinder misfire on affected units, causing reduced engine output and illumination of the …

Mercedes-Benz GLE450 4MATIC 2020–2021 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG GLE53 4Matic+ 2020–2021 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG GLE53 4Matic+ C 2020–2021
3 Jun 2021 47 units affected Ref JP-1232270

Front left and right wheel arch covers may not be properly secured due to improper assembly during manufacturing. This can cause the covers to lift and become detached, and in the worst …

Mercedes-Benz GLB200d 2020

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.