2017 Kia Borrego Safety Report

The 2017 Kia Borrego has a remarkably clean safety record according to NHTSA data, with 0 total complaints, 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 deaths reported. This suggests a very low incidence of owner-reported safety issues. However, it's important to note that the vehicle received 'N/A' for all NHTSA crash test ratings (Overall, Frontal, Side, Rollover), meaning it was not evaluated by NHTSA for crashworthiness. This lack of crash test data makes it impossible to assess its performance in simulated collision scenarios. The vehicle is subject to one significant recall, initiated by Kia America, Inc. This recall, affecting various Kia models from 2010-2019 including the Borrego, addresses a serious defect in the SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE. The consequence of this defect is a potential engine compartment fire, which can occur while the vehicle is parked or driving, significantly increasing the risk of injury. Owners of affected vehicles should ensure this recall has been addressed. Despite the serious nature of the recall, the complete absence of owner-reported complaints to NHTSA for the 2017 Borrego is unusual and positive. The primary safety concern for this specific model year revolves entirely around the unaddressed recall for the ABS control unit, which poses a fire risk. Without crash test data, a comprehensive assessment of its passive safety performance is not possible, but the active safety concern from the recall is paramount.

Our recommendation: Given the 0 NHTSA complaints, the 2017 Kia Borrego appears reliable in terms of owner-reported issues, but ensure the critical ABS control unit fire risk recall has been completed before purchase.