Department of Road Transport issues safety warning for various vehicle models

During the 13th week of 2026, the Department of Road Transport in Cyprus issued an official safety warning based on data from the EU's Safety Gate system. The notification highlights fire and injury risks associated with several specific vehicle models. Fire hazards concern the Ford Kuga (2019-2023), Hyundai Kona (2018-202X), VW ID series including ID. Buzz, ID.3, ID.4, ID.5, and ID. Buzz Cargo (2022-2024), the Nissan Micra (2025), and the Freefire HVH Electric Mountain Bike. Injury risks were identified for MAN/Neoplan trucks and buses, the Volvo EX30 (2025), as well as various Fiat, Citroen, Peugeot, and DS models manufactured between 2025 and 2026. The Department advises owners to verify the specific details of their vehicles via the EU Safety Gate website. These measures follow standard European Union procedures for the notification of non-food consumer products posing safety threats.