Body: roof and pillarsRecall 23V-692 · 2009–2014 Kia Borrego

Kia America, Inc. recall 23V-692 covers 22,768 2009–2014 Kia Borrego for a body: roof and pillars problem, reported to NHTSA on October 13, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q3) shows 9% of affected vehicles repaired.

9%
Vehicles repaired2,119 of 22,768 · 2025 Q3
Vehicles affected22,7681 model
ReportedOct 13, 2023Owners notified Nov 30, 2023
Complaints since0Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 23V692000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Borrego vehicles. The headliner plates may not be secured properly, which can result in the plates detaching in the event of a side curtain air bag deployment.

The risk

A headliner plate that detaches during a crash may strike an occupant, increasing their risk of injury.

What to do

The fix

Dealers will secure the headliner plates, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 30, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC286.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

9%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 3,794 vehicles were listed as unreachable.

0%50%100%2023 Q42025 Q3
1 model

Vehicles in this recall