Public safety register · Cyprus imports

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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.

10559 recalls on record
5188 flagged safety-critical
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26 Apr 2019 3841 units affected Ref JP-1144930

In shovel-loader engines, the evaluation of minimum clearance between the partition plate located between the radiator and engine and the aftercooler hose passing through the partition plate is insufficient, resulting in some …

Komatsu WA100-7 2013–2017
24 Apr 2019 2 units affected Ref JP-1228390

In adaptive headlights, due to an inappropriate control program, the driver may be unable to switch from high beam to low beam using the lever under certain conditions. This may result in …

Mercedes-Benz A180 2019
24 Apr 2019 11 units affected Ref JP-1228380

The engine control unit's control program contains improper specification instructions for vehicle implementation, resulting in some vehicles being equipped with incorrectly specified control programs. Consequently, noise levels may fail to meet regulatory …

Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG C63 Coupe 2017–2018
24 Apr 2019 577 units affected Ref JP-1228370

In dipped-beam headlamps, improper maintenance of the headlamp tester on the vehicle assembly line has resulted in some units not receiving proper optical axis adjustment. Consequently, the optical axis direction may not …

Mercedes-Benz C180 2018

Mercedes-Benz: Computer

Loss of control
24 Apr 2019 514 units affected Ref JP-1228360

The powertrain control unit, which performs communication protocol conversion between control units, has an inadequate control program that may cause the system to restart while driving. This can result in loss of …

Mercedes-Benz C180 2017–2018 Mercedes-Benz C200 Station Wagon 2017–2018 Mercedes-Benz E450 4MATIC 2017–2018 Mercedes-Benz E450 4MATIC Station Wagon 2017–2018 Mercedes-Benz S450 2017–2018
24 Apr 2019 2166 units affected Ref JP-1228350

The SRS control unit that controls airbags and other occupant restraint systems may be damaged due to improper component assembly. As a result, occupant restraint systems may fail to deploy during collision …

Mercedes-Benz E200 2016–2018 Mercedes-Benz E200 4MATIC 2016–2018 Mercedes-Benz E220d 2016–2018 Mercedes-Benz E250 2016–2018 Mercedes-Benz E400 4MATIC 2016–2018
24 Apr 2019 24242 units affected Ref JP-1228340

In the onboard diagnostic system, due to an improper control program in the engine control unit, the engine warning light on the meter panel may illuminate despite the absence of an actual …

Mercedes-Benz A180 2010–2014 Mercedes-Benz A250 2010–2014 Mercedes-Benz B180 2010–2014 Mercedes-Benz B250 2010–2014 Mercedes-Benz C350 2010–2014 +20 more
24 Apr 2019 35 units affected Ref JP-1228310

In agricultural tractor engines, some air ducts have improper geometry and contact the radiator. Continued operation in this condition may cause radiator damage and coolant leakage.

フェント F927 VARIO S4 2015–2018 フェント F930 VARIO S4 2015–2018 フェント F933 VARIO S4 2015–2018 フェント F936 VARIO S4 2015–2018 フェント F939 VARIO S4 2015–2018

Toyota: Door

24 Apr 2019 24 units affected Ref JP-1144910

In the mid-door opening/closing mechanism of single-operator buses, improper door control specifications may prevent correct recognition of the door open/closed state when specific operations are performed from the open position. Consequently, the …

Toyota - 2016–2019 Toyota SORA 2016–2019
24 Apr 2019 2424 units affected Ref JP-1144900

The fuel filter mounting bracket on agricultural tractors has insufficient structural strength and may fracture due to engine vibration. This can cause the return hose from the fuel filter to the fuel …

Kubota GV60 2015–2019 Kubota GV65 2015–2019 Kubota GV70 2015–2019 Kubota M720W 2015–2019 Kubota MR60 2015–2019 +3 more

Volvo: Drum/Disc

Brakes
23 Apr 2019 13 units affected Ref JP-1228400

The press-fit method for the automatic adjustment drive pins in the front and rear wheel brake calipers is improper, which may cause the drive pins to fracture under repeated brake operation. As …

Volvo FH 2018

Audi: Airbag

Airbag
23 Apr 2019 5035 units affected Ref JP-1228330

The driver-side airbag inflator may have inadequate moisture protection of the gas generant. Repeated large temperature fluctuations in high-humidity environments can cause gas generant degradation. This may result in inflator container rupture …

Audi Audi R8 V10 2015–2017 Audi Audi R8 V10 plus 2015–2017 Audi Audi TT 1.8 T 2015–2017 Audi Audi TT 2.0 T 2015–2017 Audi Audi TT 2.0 Tq 2015–2017 +1 more

Maserati: Fuel Hose/Pipe

Fire risk
23 Apr 2019 493 units affected Ref JP-1228320

Due to improper manufacturing of the fuel supply pipe, the interior of the pipe at the connection coupler mounting point may be damaged. This creates gaps at the connection coupler mounting point, …

マセラテイ Ghibli 2013–2015 マセラテイ Quattroporte 2013–2015

UD Trucks: Drum/Disc

Brakes
23 Apr 2019 173 units affected Ref JP-1144920

The automatic adjustment drive pins in the front and rear wheel brake calipers may fracture due to improper press-fitting method. Repeated brake operation can cause drive pin fracture. If brake pad wear …

UDトラックス Quon 2018
22 Apr 2019 39 units affected Ref JP-1144940

During the manufacturing process of the front-wheel brake lever, defective products (insufficient strength) were improperly handled and mixed into regular production, resulting in some being installed on vehicles. Consequently, the brake lever …

Yamaha MT250 2019 Yamaha YZF-R25 2019 Yamaha YZF-R25A 2019
22 Apr 2019 20460 units affected Ref JP-1144890

In the running headlight, due to improper headlight tester settings, the optical axis adjustment of the running headlight may not be performed appropriately. As a result, there is a risk that the …

Kawasaki 250TR 2013–2019 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 2013–2019 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX 2013–2019 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE+ 2013–2019 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE 2013–2019 +17 more
19 Apr 2019 53 units affected Ref JP-1228290

The coolant reservoir hose assembly is improperly installed on some vehicles, causing contact with the muffler. This causes the hose to be damaged by muffler heat, resulting in coolant leakage. In the …

Triumph Speed Twin 2018–2019

Triumph: Wiring

Steering
19 Apr 2019 2494 units affected Ref JP-1228280

The main harness guide that retains the main wire harness and clutch cable has an improper shape. When the handlebars are turned fully left or right, the harness may be pulled excessively. …

Triumph T100 2015–2016 Triumph T120 2015–2016 Triumph Street Cup 2015–2016 Triumph Street Scrambler 2015–2016 Triumph Street Twin 2015–2016
19 Apr 2019 907 units affected Ref JP-1228270

Due to inadequate manufacturing controls of the steering column intermediate shaft in the steering system, foreign objects (nuts) may be present in the universal joint within the shaft. As a result, during …

Jeep Wrangler 2018–2019 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 2018–2019
18 Apr 2019 816 units affected Ref JP-1228230

In the power relay of wheel loaders, the cap material is inappropriate, causing electrode surface deformation due to deterioration over time. This may result in internal short circuit, loss of main power …

キャタピラー 914G2 2011–2017 キャタピラー 924H 2011–2017 キャタピラー 924HZ 2011–2017 キャタピラー 924K 2011–2017 キャタピラー 926M 2011–2017 +7 more

Honda: Electrical System - Other

Loss of control
18 Apr 2019 218 units affected Ref JP-1144880

The electric water pump that cools the fuel cell system has inadequate surface treatment on the drive motor magnet, causing the magnet to corrode due to cooling water. Continued use allows corrosion …

Honda CLARITY 2015–2018
18 Apr 2019 2021590 units affected Ref JP-1144870

Final inspection process pass/fail determinations were unclear, with uninstructed inspectors (inspection assistants) making judgments, potentially resulting in improper vehicle safety standard compliance inspections.

Suzuki MR Wagon 2015–2019 Suzuki Alto 2015–2019 Suzuki Alto Lapin 2015–2019 Suzuki Ignis 2015–2019 Suzuki Every 2015–2019 +8 more
18 Apr 2019 641 units affected Ref JP-1144852

(2) In the 150-ampere alternator power wiring, improper routing and fixation of the wiring on the rear side of the alternator can cause the wiring to contact the edge of the fixed …

UDトラックス Quon 2017–2018
18 Apr 2019 9714 units affected Ref JP-1144851

(1) In the fuel system of engine type GH11, improper material selection and fastening torque specification of the fuel return pipe can cause cracks to develop at the adapter connection point due …

Hino - 2017–2018 Isuzu - 2017–2018 UDトラックス Quon 2017–2018
18 Apr 2019 1417 units affected Ref JP-1144780

In the power relay of the shovel loader, the cap material is inappropriate, and the electrode surface may deform due to deterioration over time. This can cause internal short circuits, resulting in …

キャタピラー 910H 2011–2014 キャタピラー 938H 2011–2014 キャタピラー 950H 2011–2014 キャタピラー 962H 2011–2014 キャタピラー 966H 2011–2014 +2 more
17 Apr 2019 1769 units affected Ref JP-2105730

In the electrical system, welding conditions inside the traction lead-acid battery are inadequate, resulting in weak welds in some units. Repeated charge-discharge cycles cause premature degradation of the weld, which in severe …

Toyota Comus 2014–2016

Volkswagen: Fuel Pump

Fuel leak
17 Apr 2019 13629 units affected Ref JP-1228210

The fuel pump with fuel gauge mounted in the fuel tank may tilt when the fuel tank expands due to external temperature fluctuations and other environmental factors, as operating conditions were insufficiently …

Volkswagen Passat Variant 1.4/110kW 2015–2018 Volkswagen Passat Variant 2.0/162kW 2015–2018 Volkswagen Passat Sedan 1.4/110kW 2015–2018 Volkswagen Passat Sedan 2.0/162kW 2015–2018
17 Apr 2019 2566 units affected Ref JP-1228180

In the fuel system, the resin fuel pipe end portion lacks sufficient durability due to inadequate strength design. As a result, the resin end cap of the pipe end may crack due …

Audi Audi A6 3.0T quattro 2013–2017 Audi Audi A6 allroad 2013–2017 Audi Audi A7 SB 3.0Tq 2013–2017 Audi Audi A8 3.0Tq 2013–2017 Audi Audi Q7 3.0Tq 2013–2017 +5 more

Audi: Seat

17 Apr 2019 580 units affected Ref JP-1228170

In the rear center seat headrest, improper assembly has resulted in some units where the pillow section is not fixed to the mounting rod. Consequently, the pillow section may detach upon impact.

Audi Audi A3 Sedan 40T q 2018 Audi Audi A3 Sedan 90kw 2018 Audi Audi S3 Sedan 2018
17 Apr 2019 3 units affected Ref JP-1144860

In agricultural tractor harnesses, improper routing of the wire bundle can cause interference with the front wheel tire during left-turn operations. Continued use in this condition may result in harness damage, potentially …

ヰセキ TJV755 2018 ヰセキ TJV885 2018

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.