2009 KIA Borrego
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 2009 KIA Borrego. Newest first.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Borrego vehicles. The headliner plates may not be secured properly, which can result in the plates detaching in the event of a side curtain air bag deployment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A headliner plate that detaches during a crash may strike an occupant, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will secure the headliner plates, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 30, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC286.
Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Rondo, model year 2007-2011 Sedona, Sorento and Sportage, model year 2010-2011 Soul, model year 2008-2011 Optima, model year 2010 Forte, model year 2007-2009 Amanti, and model year 2009 Borrego vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Kia recalled 623,658 model year 2007-2010 Rondo and…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of PARK without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kia will send an interim notification to owners in May 2013. When parts are available, owners will receive a second notification and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's recall campaign number is SC098.
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.
Risk and remedy
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.
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.
Owner complaints
88 complaints8 involved a crash3 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Unknown or other
The Car Transmission Shift Lever Panel dust cover breaks down and causes issues with the vehicle staying in gear while driving.
- Service brakes · Unknown or other
Something within the brake system is causing my shifter to not communicate with the brakes and will not allow my car to go into reverse or park. It stays stuck on drive or neutral. The only thing I can do is shut the car off and can’t do much except for move around the key until I can put the car…
Something within the brake system is causing my shifter to not communicate with the brakes and will not allow my car to go into reverse or park. It stays stuck on drive or neutral. The only thing I can do is shut the car off and can’t do much except for move around the key until I can put the car into park. Then that is hot and starts making under the hood hot. Then the check engine light will go on and off. It is also making a leak of brake fluid somewhere which is making the brakes go to the floor and making it dangerous when trying to stop the vehicle.
- Electrical system · Unknown or other
I have owned this car since it was new. Anchors Kia hung up on me 3x as I tried to get 2 recall items addressed. I then called the Kia hotline and got hung up on. All I want is my recalled item taken care of…
- Air bags · Engine
Air bag - During a bad rain storm a couple years ago I had an accident and hit the center divider after entering the freeway going 50 mph instead of 65 mph and none of my airbags deployed. I let my insurance know as well as the repair shop but it is UNKNOWN if they actually checked. The light on my…
Air bag - During a bad rain storm a couple years ago I had an accident and hit the center divider after entering the freeway going 50 mph instead of 65 mph and none of my airbags deployed. I let my insurance know as well as the repair shop but it is UNKNOWN if they actually checked. The light on my dash showed my airbags were on. Engine- My engine started to make a rattling noise that sounds like a diesel vehicle starting up during a cold starts. I have took it to the dealership I bought it from multiple times cause it has gotten louder and worst they claimed the looked at it and said that it was normal and decided to max out my GAP insurance so I can no longer take it in for that issue but my normal mechanic states that is not normal and it should not be making that noise. There were no lights or warning signs of any sort.
- Electrical system · Engine · Seat belts
I absolutely love my kia borrego and have been trying to find a way to give the car back and end payments on it because I can't afford to put parts on it anymore. I'm on disability and can't seem to find the real issue after thousands of dollars in failed attempts. My transmission has not been…
I absolutely love my kia borrego and have been trying to find a way to give the car back and end payments on it because I can't afford to put parts on it anymore. I'm on disability and can't seem to find the real issue after thousands of dollars in failed attempts. My transmission has not been shifting and if it does shift, it's sudden and aggressive. It will rev up higher than normal and if you continue holding the gas at all it will jerk you as you are driving. It has nearly caused me to swerve or be hit by anyone following. It feels like someone hits the car from behind very hard. Not only is it scary, it is aggressive and could cause whiplash or harm to my children. On 3 occasions I have been driving and my seat belt has randomly popped off on the driver seat and twice in the passenger seat. It's awful I have to plan where I will park or my route because my car randomly shuts off while driving which is dangerous on the curvy roads where I live and the car mostly doesn't shift at all while driving after all the money I've wasted trying to have it fixed. This car was the best thing that I have ever owned until it became a dangerous, unreliable nightmare.
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch · Power train › Automatic transmission · Seat belts
The contact owns a 2009 Kia Borrego. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the front passenger’s and the front driver’s side seat belts unlatched independently without warning. The contact latched the seat belts, but the failure persisted. The dealer was contacted, but no assistance was…
The contact owns a 2009 Kia Borrego. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the front passenger’s and the front driver’s side seat belts unlatched independently without warning. The contact latched the seat belts, but the failure persisted. The dealer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. On another occasion while turning off the vehicle, the contact noticed that the key and the ignition were hot, but no warning light was illumined. The dealer was contacted and stated that there was no recall for the failure. On another occasion, the contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle shifted into neutral independently without warning. The dealer was contacted and stated there was no recall for the failure. Additionally, while attempting to unlock the driver’s side door, several attempts were needed before the door unlocked. The contact also stated that the failure also occurred while exiting the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 160,000.
- Service brakes
The contact owns a 2009 Kia Borrego EX. The contact stated that upon purchasing the vehicle, while driving into her driveway, the vehicle inadvertently applied the brakes, bringing it to a sudden stop. As a result, the contact stated that her friend, who had been following her, collided with the…
The contact owns a 2009 Kia Borrego EX. The contact stated that upon purchasing the vehicle, while driving into her driveway, the vehicle inadvertently applied the brakes, bringing it to a sudden stop. As a result, the contact stated that her friend, who had been following her, collided with the rear of the vehicle. No air bags were deployed. No warning lights were illuminated on the instrument panel. No police report was filed. No injuries were reported. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 172,534.
- Exterior lighting · Service brakes
After recall for brake light switch was performed at dealership on 7-12-2022 brake light switch sticks causing brake lights to be illuminated randomly. Brake lights stay lit after being parked and may also be lit during operation. This may cause a safety issue if following drivers cannot…
After recall for brake light switch was performed at dealership on 7-12-2022 brake light switch sticks causing brake lights to be illuminated randomly. Brake lights stay lit after being parked and may also be lit during operation. This may cause a safety issue if following drivers cannot determine when brakes are applied. Dealership has not rectified this problem. Problem never existed before the recall was performed.
- Service brakes
I was driving in traffic with stop light coming up hit my brakes to slow down because of cars in front of me, I had no brakes/ no warning lights on dash. I pumped my brakes and was able to stop before hitting car in front of me. Local shop said master cylinder so I took it to local shop that…
I was driving in traffic with stop light coming up hit my brakes to slow down because of cars in front of me, I had no brakes/ no warning lights on dash. I pumped my brakes and was able to stop before hitting car in front of me. Local shop said master cylinder so I took it to local shop that repairs my car the last few years, they replaced Kia master cylinder, still no brake, replaced Kia brake booster, still no brakes, sent master cylinder back and reordered another new kia one it was put on and no brakes, had it towed to shop in Charlotte NC , no codes reading for problem so they said it must be the module accuator assembly. No mechanic knows what's wrong with my brakes because nothing can relay to their diagnostic machines. I have spent over about 13 hundred dollars so far and there is no way to find out what's wrong other than replace the entire brake system from wheels inward to the brake assembly and up to the booster and master cylinder because the brake assembly is not relaying any codes. I could of been in a bad accident because of my brakes failing.
- Fuel/propulsion system · Seat belts · Service brakes
The driver's side seat belt unfastens while driving and the right rear and center seat belts will not fasten whether driving or sitting still. The vehicle will not propel forward fully when the gas pedal IS pressed to increase speed while in motion on a highway.
- Electrical system · Power train
TL* the contact owns a 2009 KIA borrego. the contact stated that the ecu warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the vehicle was jerking and failed to shift gears as designed. The vehicle was taken to deland KIA (2322 s. Woodland blvd, deland, fl 32720, (386) 734-7800) to be diagnosed. The…
TL* the contact owns a 2009 KIA borrego. the contact stated that the ecu warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the vehicle was jerking and failed to shift gears as designed. The vehicle was taken to deland KIA (2322 s. Woodland blvd, deland, fl 32720, (386) 734-7800) to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the ecu module and stop lamp needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The contact stated the failure was similar to nhtsa campaign number 13v114000 (exterior lighting). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 25,000.
- Electrical system · Power train · Service brakes
While driving step on brakes to slow and all warning lights related to brakes lite up and car shifter was stuck in drive or neutral. This has happened many times the lights come on and off . Had car checked and nothing could be found as no check engine light has come on. This IS very dangerous as…
While driving step on brakes to slow and all warning lights related to brakes lite up and car shifter was stuck in drive or neutral. This has happened many times the lights come on and off . Had car checked and nothing could be found as no check engine light has come on. This IS very dangerous as this car IS used by wife and children daily. With all things considered we have researched this issue and found that many people have had similar issues and includes ABS module,transmission module speed sensor, or the main module which IS troubling what do we do take a guess what to replace. Any help would be appreciated. As all of the parts listed have a heavy price to have changed.
- Steering
The steering wheel, since nearly brand new, will not raise or lower at times. This IS dangerous, especially for shorter drivers. If the airbag were to be deployed this would result in possibly fatal head/neck injuries. The steering wheel stays in the fully tilted position, even when driving.
- Electrical system · Seat belts · Unknown or other
My drivers side seatbelt does not latch all of the time. It will pop off while driving. This seems very dangerous and unsafe. I am also have trouble with my antenna around my ignition switch. It doesn't detect my key all of the time which means that my car does not start every time I put the key in…
My drivers side seatbelt does not latch all of the time. It will pop off while driving. This seems very dangerous and unsafe. I am also have trouble with my antenna around my ignition switch. It doesn't detect my key all of the time which means that my car does not start every time I put the key in it. It might take a few attempts. I just put about $5000 into this car over the last couple of years and was hoping to be done for a little while. The technicians have shared that neither of these issues are of my doing. The car IS simply not reading my key and my seatbelt IS defective.
- Air bags
I was driving my car home from church when the airbag light suddenly came on. I have not had an accident or anything, it just came on with no reason
- Power train
When I returned to the place I left. I stopped and tried to move gear shift into park. It would not go past neutral. I could shut off engine, but key would not release from ignition and the accessory, such as radio and some lights stayed on. I was able to press the shift lock release button and then able to put into park.
- Engine · Steering · Wheels
My mother and I purchased this vehicle 6/27/20 and it was in the afternoon. Well I drove it home and in the way home the engine light came on. And the light for the tires. I didn't realize that first of all that all the tires were different tires. And all different kinds of treads. but then the…
My mother and I purchased this vehicle 6/27/20 and it was in the afternoon. Well I drove it home and in the way home the engine light came on. And the light for the tires. I didn't realize that first of all that all the tires were different tires. And all different kinds of treads. but then the vehicle kept getting worse and worse. The more I drove it the harder it was to hold in the road. Then it started raining. I thought seriously that I could die with this as bad as it was. And to top that off I tried to turn on the wipers and they started falling about from being dry rotted. I was scared to drive . For myself and for others. So then I tried to contact the dealer and his daughter answered the phone and I asked to talk to who she referred to as her father. And she said he may not be in all day and I told her that there was serious issues with the vehicle. She said someone would call me back. I waited till when they almost close and no one called . I tried to call back and they would not answer. At which time my mother got on the phone with her credit card people and asked them to stop the payment on the vehicle and they agreed. And told us to make sure the vehicle got back up there to them. Honestly that was the scared as I ever been driving something. But I got it back to them. It's only been the 3 day when all this unfolded. Now they are saying that they are gonna treat it like a repossession. And threatening my 77 year mother. And the vehicle was sitting right there in front of their business. My mother told them the vehicle was an environmental hazzard leaking antifreeze and it was dangerous to my life cause it was a wonder that I didn't get killed the little I drove it. She drove behind me in the vehicle on the way back and seen how the vehicle was all over the road.
- Visibility · Visibility › Sun/moon roof assembly
TL* the contact owns a 2009 KIA borrego. The contact stated that while driving at 72 mph, the sun roof glass shattered without impact. No injuries were sustained. The contact took the vehicle to kirby KIA of ventura (6424 auto center dr, ventura, ca 93003) where the vehicle was inspected and it was…
TL* the contact owns a 2009 KIA borrego. The contact stated that while driving at 72 mph, the sun roof glass shattered without impact. No injuries were sustained. The contact took the vehicle to kirby KIA of ventura (6424 auto center dr, ventura, ca 93003) where the vehicle was inspected and it was determined that the failure was not caused by a manufacturing defect. The dealer offered no additional assistance. The contact filed two claims with the manufacturer that were denied. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000. The vin was unavailable.
- Power train
TL* the contact owns a 2009 KIA borrego. While the vehicle was parked in a parking lot, the contact was unable to shift into reverse. The contact was able to shift into drive and drove to his residence. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to evergreen KIA (located at…
TL* the contact owns a 2009 KIA borrego. While the vehicle was parked in a parking lot, the contact was unable to shift into reverse. The contact was able to shift into drive and drove to his residence. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to evergreen KIA (located at 9205 s western ave, chicago, il 60643, (800) 211-3116) where it was diagnosed that the ABS module and crankshaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure continued. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 68,000.
- Unknown or other · Visibility/wiper
Sun visors on both sides will not retract up to rooftop so its blocking visibility. the right side went out 1ST about a year ago, but when the driver side stop working about 3 mo.. That's when I have a problem. So for the past 3 months IS been a big problem for me.
- Parking brake
TL* the contact owned a 2009 KIA borrego. When the contact arrived home, he exited the vehicle, engaged the emergency brake, placed the vehicle in park, and turned off and exited the vehicle. Within seconds of entering his home, the contact heard a loud noise coming from his backyard. The contact…
TL* the contact owned a 2009 KIA borrego. When the contact arrived home, he exited the vehicle, engaged the emergency brake, placed the vehicle in park, and turned off and exited the vehicle. Within seconds of entering his home, the contact heard a loud noise coming from his backyard. The contact ran outside and noticed that the vehicle crashed into a tree without warning. The air bags did not deploy. The contact's insurance company was contacted and came to the property to investigate the crash. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries. The vehicle was deemed destroyed. The front and rear driver's side of the vehicle was damaged and the frame was bent. The vehicle was towed to a collision shop. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The cause of the failure was not determined. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000. *tr*jb
- Power train
The transmission gets stuck in 4TH gear and won't shift out of 4TH gear you have to slam the gear shift into a gear for it to respond. have to disconnect the battery and let the computer reset for it to start acting right. This problem has been going on for 2 days and gets aggravating.
- Unknown or other
As I pulled onto my driveway, coming to a stop with my foot on the brake, the car unintentionally accelerated and crashed through the garage door.
- Seat belts
My seat belt pops out all the time. The front drivers seat and middle row middle seat seat belt both do it.
- Electronic stability control (esc) · Service brakes
The brake pedal and brake and brake switch was once a recall part had it replaced now it gone bad again causing me to have no brake lights and the esc off and a decline truck symbol in lit up red
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10201529TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information relating to some Kia models that may exhibit fogging, condensation, and/or moisture inside a headlamp assembly. Generally, a fogging condition is considered normal and can be eliminated by turning on the headlamps with the engine running for up to 30 minutes or during normal driving conditions. Headlamp assembly replacement WILL NOT be necessary in most cases.
- 10194555Tsb_tra027_closed: technical service bulletin closed
- 10194506Tsb_bod041_clsd: technical service bulletin closed
- 10183431TSB - USE OF AFTERMARKET USB CHARGING CABLES IN USB/12V PORTS - This article provides information regarding the use of USB ports and 12V power outlets to connect/charge mobile phones. Customers may experience issues with their head units that may be related to the use of aftermarket USB charging cables, including; * Electrical interference and limited or no functionality when attempting to play music, or when charging a device through the USB port * Excessive static or noise when listening to the audio source * Malfunctions and screen freeze of the head unit screen * Slow down of the system response while device is plugged in * Music will not play from iPhone 5 or 6 with Kia iPod cable and aftermarket adapter * No or limited functionality when trying to play music from an Apple device
- 10133170PITSTOP - ENGINE COMPONENT RE-USE GUIDELINES - In general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine.
- 10126423TSB - IDENTIFYING HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE VERSION FOR DIRECT EXCHANGE - This bulletin provides the procedure on how to identify and record the head unit software level on various head unit platforms and generations.
- 10116821TSB: IDENTIFYING HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE VERSION FOR DIRECT EXCHANGE - Identifying Head Unit Software Version For Direct Exchange (ELE091) (Rev 1) - This bulletin provides the procedure on how to identify and record the head unit software level on various head unit platforms and generations. This procedure will now be required when ordering head units through the Direct Exchange Program (see Parts Bulletin 91-961-0005).
- 10109812TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some examples are: axle shaft nuts with stake collar, cotter pins, washers with locking tabs and other similar hardware, including threaded fasteners with pre-applied ?thread-locking adhesives.? It is critical for technicians to be aware that ALL such locking fasteners, regardless of type, are for ?one time use? only.
- 10109777TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with stake collar, cotter pins, washers with locking tabs and other similar hardware, including threaded fasteners with pre-applied ?thread-locking adhesives.?
- 10092102Pitstop: stop lamp switch identification matrix (sc098) - kma has received a number of incorrect warranty return parts related to campaign sc098 and has determined that at times dealer staff may have difficulty in quickly and easily identifying the correct switches while ordering parts, preparing to perform the stop lamp replacement or while preparing to return replaced switches to kma (in case of an existing mandatory part return (mpr) request). To facilitate faster and easier identification of the correct parts, a picture guide as shown on page 2 IS provided. The guides content was purposely formatted to fit on one page so it can be easily printed and kept on or near a workstation, parts counter or tool box.
- 10091489Tsb: automatic transmission fluid application guide - this bulletin provides information relating to the correct automatic transmission fluids that are required for each KIA model. Refer to the shop manual on kgis for the specific KIA model, then reference the automatic transaxle system/ repair procedures/ inspection and adjustment section for the correct atf check/fill procedures.
- 10089354Tsb: identifying head unit software version for direct exchange - this bulletin provides the procedure on how to identify and record the head unit software level on various head unit platforms and generations. This procedure will now be required when ordering head units through the direct exchange program.
- 10089083"Pitstop: egr/vvt readiness monitor drive cycle - on some borrego (hm) vehicles, you may be unable to complete egr readiness monitors, this condition may be caused by a recent battery replacement and/or resetting of the ecu memory."
- 10037529KIA: warning light IS one with symptoms such as: shifter gets stuck in park, third gear holds while driving, and internal trouble codes stored. 2009 borego.
- 10034636KIA: pcm upgrade p0110, p0111, p0116 and p1618b. Provides information related to the ecm software upgrade of some vehicles with 3.8L engines which may experience a malfunction indicator lamp illuminated with the pcm (powertrain control module) system related dtc(s).
- 10034231KIA: caution during airbag control unit servicing. Describes precautions necessary during airbag control unit (acu) related diagnosis/repair/replacement to prevent accidental airbag deployment during servicing. As an added safety feature, a rollover sensor has been incorporated into the acus.
- 10033810KIA: customer satisfaction program-2nd and 3RD row seat back b0ard replacement. On some vehicles, the hard back rear seat back boards may be scratched or scarred. Replace original 2ND and 3RD rear seat back boards with new cloth covered back boards that are supplied in rear seat back board kit.
- 10033484KIA: service action: tcm upgrade-shift delay and shift quality enhancements (sa 016). Information related to tcm software upgrade of some 2009 vehicles with 3.8L engines produced from job #1 to january 15, 2009.
- 10030365KIA motors: relating to oil control valve (ocv) used in constant variable valve timing (cvvt). If at any time ocv IS suspected as a cause of rough idling, poor accelertion, camshaft timing misalignment related trouble codes, misfire related trouble codes etc., on the vehicle equipped with the cvvt system, be sure to perform the ocv inspection procedure below before replacement. No model years specified.
- 10030290KIA: load carrying capacity label requirements and instructions to comply with fmvss 110. Providing information for the new requirements related to load carrying capacity (lcc) when certain accessories are added to a completed vehicle pri0r to first retail sale.
- 10028347KIA: vehicles may experience an intermittent or non-functional rear tailgate actuator assembly. To correct condition, rear tailgate actuator assembly gear and exterior cover have been redesigned.
- 10028269KIA: ecm upgrade, mil on w/dtc p2135. Information related to ecm software upgrade of borrego vehicles which experience a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated w/electronic throttle control (etc) system related dtc, p2135.
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