2010 KIA BORREGO Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2010 Kia Borrego. This model year has 2 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Transmission / Drivetrain.
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Worst 2010 Kia Borrego Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Electrical Faults
Equipment
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2010 Kia Borrego. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2010 Kia Borrego. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 2 most recent complaints
I NOW FIND MYSELF DEALING WITH AN ISSUE THAT I NOW KNOW IS A WELL-KNOWN AND DOCUMENTED PROBLEM WITH THE ZF 6-SPEED TRANSMISSION USED IN THIS PARTICULAR V8 MODEL. THIS PAST WEEK, THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTING BECAME ERRATIC, IN PARTICULAR, AND AMONG OTHER ISSUES, HOLDING ON TO 3RD GEA…
OUR 2009 KIA BORREGO HAS HAD SEVERAL ISSUES. WORST ARE 1) WE PUT VEHICLE IN REVERSE AND BACKED OUT OF GARAGE, WENT TO PUT IN DRIVE AND STARTED DOWN DRIVEWAY. WE FORGOT SOMETHING SO STOPPED AND BACKED UP, UPON PUTTING BACK TO DRIVE WE GOT LOCKED IN NEUTRAL. WE COULD NOT GET CAR…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2010 Kia Borrego.
Recalls for 2010 Kia Borrego
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2010 Kia Borrego. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2010 Kia Borrego — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2010 Kia Borrego reliable?▾
Good Record. The 2010 Kia Borrego has 2 NHTSA owner complaints, 0 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Transmission / Drivetrain (2 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Kia Borrego?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (2 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (1 complaints). #3: Equipment (1 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2010 Kia Borrego?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2010 Kia Borrego?▾
The 2010 Kia Borrego has 0 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 2 total NHTSA complaints. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2010 Kia Borrego have any recalls?▾
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2010 Kia Borrego. The largest issue: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2010 Kia Borrego?▾
The 2010 Kia Borrego has a relatively low complaint rate. Pay particular attention to Transmission / Drivetrain issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Kia Borrego reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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