This page covers 3 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2010 Kia Borrego.
17–18 mpg combined
13.1–13.8 L/100km
Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
The 2010 Kia Borrego has 3 recalls, the most serious being a brake control unit that can short circuit and start an engine compartment fire, even when the vehicle is parked and switched off.
The brake fire risk stems from the hydraulic electronic control unit, which regulates anti-lock braking and traction control. A short in this unit can ignite a fire whether the vehicle is in motion or sitting unattended, raising the risk of injury to anyone nearby. There is also a structural concern: the headliner plates along the roofline may not be properly secured, and in a crash where the side curtain airbags deploy, those plates can break free and strike an occupant inside the cabin.
At a glance
What can fail
The headliner plates may not be secured properly and can detach when the side curtain air bag deploys.
What the fix does
Dealers will secure the headliner plates at no charge to you.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The brake system's electronic control unit can experience an internal short circuit.
What the fix does
Kia dealers will replace the fuses in the electronic control unit to correct the short circuit.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The hydraulic electronic control unit may short electrically, potentially causing an engine compartment fire while the vehicle is parked or driving.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the HECU fuse at no charge to restore proper electrical function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
