Cyprus Law Office reviews police file on faulty Takata airbags

The Cyprus police have submitted their investigative report regarding the Takata airbag safety scandal to the Legal Service for review and potential criminal prosecution. The case file, which was officially received on October 6, 2026, marks the conclusion of a 16-month police investigation. Attorney-General George Savvides confirmed that his office is currently evaluating the large volume of evidence to determine if criminal charges are warranted. No specific timeline has been established for a final decision, though the Attorney-General emphasized that the matter is being treated with urgency.

The investigation follows a 2025 report by an ad hoc committee—led by former Supreme Court judge Michalakis Christodoulou—which identified potential criminal actions by former Department of Road Transport officials and suggested that four transport ministers serving between 2013 and 2023 bore significant responsibility for the influx of faulty airbags into the local market. While relatives of victims and the public have expressed concerns regarding the duration of the probe, the Attorney-General defended the process, noting that the sheer volume of material necessitated a thorough and careful evaluation. The Legal Service will now decide whether to pursue prosecutions or request that the police conduct further investigative work.