According to the mayor of Louisville, Kentucky, 3,000 Hyundais and Kias have been reported stolen in the city so far this year.
Louisville, Kentucky, has joined the list of cities suing Kia and Hyundai alleging the automakers failed to install an"industry-standard safety feature" which has led to a"spike in car theft activity and has created a public nuisance."
A mechanic on TikTok showed the security flaw. It allows thieves to start certain models manufactured from 2011 to 2022 using a screwdriver and a USB cord. Sgt. Erik Nash with the MNPD's auto theft unit says the majority of those who are stealing these vehicles are juveniles. Overall, vehicle thefts continue to rise in the U.S. According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau's most recent data, over 1 million vehicles were reported stolen in 2022 — that's up 7% from 2021.
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