NHTSA recall 12V245000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkages
KIA Borrego
Reported May 31, 201221,912 vehicles affectedKIA MOTORS CORPORATIONMaker’s number SC096Built May 2, 2008 – Jan 20, 2009
The defect
KIA IS recalling certain model year 2009 borrego vehicles, manufactured from may 2, 2008, through january 20, 2009, equipped with non-adjustable brake pedals. certain pedal mounts may have a fiberglass composition that allows them to break off in a collision where the impact has not immobilized the vehicle, which would then allow the vehicle to roll.
The risk
If this occurs, the driver would need to stop the vehicle with the parking brake or experience a possible second impact, increasing the risk of personal injury.
The remedy
KIA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal mount, free of charge. the recall began on june 15, 2012. owners may contact KIA consumer assistance center at 1-800-333-4542.