2009 Kia Borrego
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 2 |
| 2009 | 87 |
| 2010 | 2 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 0 |
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
17% of complaints: electrical system — 15 distinct reports on file.
14% of complaints: service brakes — 12 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230613
13% of complaints: seat belts — 11 distinct reports on file.
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The contact owns a 2009 Kia Borrego. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the front passengerâs and the front driverâs side seat belts unlatched independently without warning. The contact latched the seat belts, but the failure persisted.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230907
13% of complaints: power train — 11 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: steering — 9 distinct reports on file.
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MY BRAND NEW 2009 BORREGO PULLS TO RIGHT AND I SHOULD KEEP STEERING WHEEL TO LEFT SIDE WHEN I WANT TO DRIVE IT STRAIGHT FORWARD. THE DEALERSHIP MECHANICS ATTEMPTED TO FIX IT FIVE TIMES BUT FAILED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20090918
SAFETY TIMELINE
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 FIBERGLA
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.
Campaign 12V245000 — check if this car was fixed
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
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
Campaign 13V114000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 23V692000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2009 Kia Borrego — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 12V245000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V114000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V692000 (structure) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2009 Kia Borrego reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Kia Borrego?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2009 Kia Borrego have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.