Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
KIA
Model Of Vehicle
BORREGO
Year
2009
Recall Campaign Number
12V245000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Kia Motors Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
20080502
End Of Manufacture
20090120
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
21912
Date Owners Notified
20120615
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
Date Report Received
20120531
Make Campaign Number
SC096