CarRecallWatchThe 2009 Kia Borrego has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 88 complaints with NHTSA, including 8 crashes, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (16 reports).
2009 Kia Borrego recalls
Loose Headliner Plates May Detach in Side Airbag Crash
The headliner plates on certain vehicles may not be secured properly.
Most common 2009 Kia Borrego problems
Problem areas named in the 88 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 16 |
| Electrical System | 15 |
| Service Brakes | 12 |
| Seat Belts | 11 |
| Unknown Or Other | 10 |
| Steering | 9 |
| Exterior Lighting | 8 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 7 |
| Air Bags | 6 |
| Engine | 6 |
What owners report
The Car Transmission Shift Lever Panel dust cover breaks down and causes issues with the vehicle staying in gear while driving.
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 canât 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.
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 ofâ¦
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
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
2009 Kia Borrego questions
Does the 2009 Kia Borrego have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2009 Kia Borrego: Loose Headliner Plates May Detach in Side Airbag Crash; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Kia Borrego?
Based on 88 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (16), Electrical System (15), Service Brakes (12).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 Kia Borrego has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.