The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·12V245000·Announced 2012-05-31

Kia Borrego Brake Pedal Mount Recall Increases Injury Risk in Collisions

Kia is recalling 2009 Borrego vehicles because brake pedal mounts may break in a collision, allowing the vehicle to roll and increasing injury risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (brake pedal mount failure) that increases the risk of personal injury in a collision, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Kia Motors Corporation is recalling certain model year 2009 Borrego vehicles manufactured between May 2, 2008, and January 20, 2009. These vehicles are equipped with non-adjustable brake pedals. The recall affects 21,912 vehicles.

The defect involves certain pedal mounts that may have a fiberglass composition. In a collision where the impact does not immobilize the vehicle, these mounts may break off. This failure would allow the vehicle to roll, requiring the driver to stop the vehicle with the parking brake or risking a second impact, which increases the risk of personal injury.

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 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
KIA BORREGO
Brand
KIA
Manufacturer
KIA MOTORS CORPORATION
Category
Vehicle — Brake System
Hazard
Affected units
21,912

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • BORREGO

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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