Recall 12V245 affects 21,912 2009 Kia Borrego vehicles for brake pedal mounts that can break. Repair is free at franchised Kia dealers.
Kia is recalling 21,912 2009 Borrego SUVs with non-adjustable brake pedals because certain pedal mounts can break off after a collision and allow the vehicle to roll. If your VIN is included, the Kia dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The brake pedal mount on the 2009 Kia Borrego holds the non-adjustable brake pedal in position under the dash. That mount is part of the brake pedal linkage, the hardware that turns pressure from your foot into movement through the brake system. It also has to stay attached during a crash so the pedal assembly does not separate while the vehicle is still able to move.
On affected Borrego vehicles, the pedal mount was built with a fiberglass composition that does not hold up as designed in a collision. If the impact does not stop the vehicle completely, the mount can break off. Once the pedal mount breaks, the brake pedal assembly loses its secure attachment, and the vehicle can roll even after the crash.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is tied to how the mount behaves in a collision, not to a symptom an owner can check during normal driving.
Who's affected?
| 2009 Kia Borrego | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 21,912 |
Not every 2009 Kia Borrego is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the brake pedal mount fails, the driver has to stop the 2009 Borrego with the parking brake. That loss of normal braking control raises the risk of a second impact and personal injury. Schedule the recall repair soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Kia dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009 Kia Borrego is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Kia dealer and ask whether the free brake-pedal-mount replacement is open for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 12V245 when you call the dealer.
- Bring the recall notice if Kia mailed one. If you do not have it, bring your VIN and ask the dealer to look up the recall.
- Use extra care after any collision until the repair is complete, since the pedal mount can break and let the vehicle roll.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Kia technician replaces the brake pedal mount covered by the recall. The mount is the hardware that holds the brake pedal assembly in position, so the repair focuses on removing the suspect mount and installing the replacement part. The dealer repair will be free once available for the included VIN. Ask the Kia service desk to confirm the campaign applies before the repair order is opened.
Timeline
| May 31, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 15, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V245?
Recall 12V245 covers 21,912 2009 Kia Borrego vehicles with non-adjustable brake pedals. The brake pedal mount can break off in a collision when the impact has not immobilized the vehicle, allowing it to roll. Kia dealers replace the brake pedal mount for free.
What should I do if my 2009 Kia Borrego is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Borrego is included in recall 12V245. If it is, contact a franchised Kia dealer to schedule the brake pedal mount replacement. Reference recall number 12V245 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Kia's remedy says dealers will replace the brake pedal mount free of charge. Use a franchised Kia dealer for the recall repair.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is that the brake pedal mount can break off after a collision that does not immobilize the vehicle. If that happens, the driver would need to stop the Borrego with the parking brake or face a second impact, increasing the risk of personal injury.
What if I bought my Kia Borrego used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2009 Borrego is included, then call a franchised Kia dealer and reference recall number 12V245.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V245000 |
|---|---|
| Kia customer service | 1-800-333-4542 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V245 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V245000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →