Cyprus recalls 52 more cars over faulty Takata airbags
The road transport department added 52 vehicles from nine brands to the Takata recall list on Thursday and told owners to stop driving them until the airbags are replaced.
Drivers of 52 additional vehicles in Cyprus are being told to keep them off the road until defective Takata airbags are replaced, the road transport department said on Thursday. The recalled models come from BMW, Ferrari, Ford, Jaguar, Land Rover, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Toyota and Volkswagen.
According to the department, the airbags can rupture on deployment and send metal pieces into the passenger cabin, creating a risk of severe injury or death. The full roll-call of affected vehicles, with registration and chassis numbers, has been posted by the department.
Owners are being reached by SMS sent to the numbers held in the department's records, and distributors or manufacturers' representatives will follow up as required by law. Anyone unsure whether their car is covered can call 22807000 or write to [email protected].
What it means for residents
If your car is on the list, the practical cost is time without it — the department wants it parked until the airbag is swapped, and the repair itself should be free through the distributor. Check the published list against your registration before you next turn the key.
- Check before driving: match your registration or chassis number against the department's list, and do not use the car if it appears there.
- Watch your phone: the SMS goes to the number registered in the department's system, so update your contact details if they have changed.
- Book early: contact your distributor to schedule the replacement, since workshops may queue up as more vehicles are added.
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