vehicle recall — vehicle recall — The Road Transport Department has issued a warning to vehicle owners regarding electric shock, fire, and injury risks linked to specific car, truck, and motorcycle models following a recent EU safety alert.
Vehicle recall: Details of the EU Safety Alert
This warning was prompted by notifications from Cyprus’s Consumer Protection Service about alerts published during the fourth week of 2026 on the EU’s Safety Gate system, which tracks dangerous non-food products.
Electric Shock Risks
Owners of Renault Trucks should be particularly vigilant, as electric shock risks have been identified in several models. The affected vehicles include:
- Renault Trucks D ZE (manufactured between 11 December 2023 and 29 July 2024)
- Renault Trucks D WIDE ZE (manufactured between 26 February 2024 and 11 November 2024)
- Renault Trucks T BEV (produced from 23 October 2023 to 18 November 2024)
Fire Hazards Associated with Certain Models
In addition to electric shock concerns, fire hazards have been reported in various other vehicles. The models at risk include:
- Ford Otosan CARGO TRUCK (manufactured between 20 August 2022 and 20 February 2024)
- Ford F-MAX TRUCK (produced within the same date range)
- Toyota Proace (manufactured from 26 July 2025 to 9 October 2025)
- Toyota Proace City light commercial vehicles (produced during the same dates)
Injury Risks from Vehicle Parts
The Road Transport Department has also highlighted potential injury risks associated with certain vehicle parts. These include:
- ALCAR Dezent TV aluminium wheels (6.5×16 5×120 ET51)
- Michelin tyres: 355/50R22.5 X MULTI Z – CAI 124164
- Michelin tyres: 355/50R22.5 X LINE ENERGY Z – CAI 928196
These items were manufactured between 1 January 2023 and 28 February 2025 and should be treated with caution.
Motorcycles and Light Commercial Vehicles at Risk
In addition to the aforementioned vehicles, the following models are also subject to injury warnings:
- Suzuki DR-Z400 motorcycles (produced from 13 February 2025 to 14 October 2025)
- Ford Ranger pick-ups (manufactured between 27 June 2024 and 24 June 2025)
- Ford Transit Custom light commercial vehicles (produced from 4 February 2025 to 9 April 2025)
What Affected Vehicle Owners Should Do
Vehicle owners are advised to check their registrations to determine if their vehicles fall within the affected ranges. Detailed information about dangerous products can be found on the Safety Gate website, where alerts can be searched using the corresponding alert numbers.
The department has urged manufacturers, distributors, importers, and sellers who may have supplied these products in Cyprus to notify the Road Transport Department promptly. If these products are available in Cyprus, it is mandatory for these parties to initiate recalls as required by law.
Owners of affected vehicles or motorcycles should reach out to their respective manufacturers, distributors, or dealers for guidance on next steps. This can involve verifying whether their vehicles are impacted by checking the manufacturing date range and model type or number listed on their vehicle registration certificates.
Returning Affected Parts
For those in possession of the flagged parts, it is advised to cease usage immediately and return them to the point of purchase where possible. Customers should inform the seller about the return to ensure proper handling.
Consumer Rights and Complaints
If a manufacturer, distributor, importer, or seller does not respond effectively to consumer rights inquiries, consumers have the option to file a written complaint with the Consumer Protection Service through their website.
For further assistance, vehicle owners can contact the Road Transport Department directly or email [email protected] for specific inquiries.
