So many Kias and Hyundais are being stolen using just a screwdriver and a USB cord that 17 state attorneys general are calling for a recall on millions of vehicles

Fri, 04/21/2023 - 14:38

Hyundai Sant — A group of 17 state attorneys general are asking the government to recall millions of Hyundais and Kias because of how easily they can be stolen.
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A group of state attorneys general is asking the federal government to recall millions of Hyundai and Kia vehicles.
They cite a string of thefts in the last few years, which seem to be inspired by TikTok videos.
Specific models of the cars do not have engine immobilizers, which makes them easier to steal.

A group of attorneys general representing 17 states and Washington, DC have asked the federal government to issue a recall for millions of Kia and Hyundai vehicles after months of thefts sparked by social media videos that revealed how easy some of the cars were to steal.