Cyprus Times

Takata Airbag Replacement Deadline Set in Northern Cyprus or Vehicle Ban

Published January 12, 2026, 14:10
Takata Airbag Replacement Deadline Set in Northern Cyprus or Vehicle Ban

In Northern Cyprus, it has been announced that owners of vehicles manufactured between 2000 and 2019 with Takata airbags must undergo an online check by March 31, 2026, and complete the airbag replacement process by June 30, 2027. Otherwise, their vehicles will be banned from circulation. The "Minister of Transport" in Northern Cyprus, Erhan Arıklı, stated that the implementation of "recalls" is hindered due to the non-recognition of the pseudo-state, while the risk of airbag explosion is higher due to the hot climate. Mr. Arıklı named the car manufacturers that use the aforementioned airbags. Owners of vehicles that do not have a dealership in Northern Cyprus must apply to the "Ministry of Transport". After the airbag replacement, drivers must submit relevant certification to the competent authorities by June 30, 2027, to avoid a traffic ban.