2016 Kia Borrego Safety Report

The 2016 Kia Borrego has a very limited safety data profile available through NHTSA, with 0 total complaints, 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 deaths reported. This lack of data makes it challenging to form a comprehensive safety picture based solely on consumer complaints. However, it is important to note that the vehicle was subject to one significant recall. This recall, issued by Kia America, Inc., addresses a potential issue with the SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE. The consequence of this defect is a heightened risk of an engine compartment fire, whether the vehicle is parked or in motion, which significantly increases the risk of injury. Due to the absence of crash test data from NHTSA (Overall=N/A, Frontal=N/A, Side=N/A, Rollover=N/A), the vehicle's performance in simulated collision scenarios cannot be assessed. This means there is no objective data from NHTSA to evaluate how well the vehicle protects occupants in various types of crashes. The singular recall, however, points to a critical safety concern that could lead to severe outcomes like vehicle fires. Given the complete lack of complaint data, there are no discernible common complaint patterns to report for the 2016 Kia Borrego. The primary safety concern identified is the recall related to the ABS control unit, which affects a broad range of Kia models from various years. Owners should ensure this recall has been addressed to mitigate the fire risk.

Our recommendation: Given the complete lack of consumer complaint and crash test data, the primary safety concern for the 2016 Kia Borrego is the critical recall for fire risk; ensure this recall has been completed before purchase.