In 2023, car thefts in the U.S. surged to 1,020,729, marking a 28.5% increase over four years. The most vulnerable car model is the Hyundai Sonata, with a theft rate of 157 per 10,000 vehicles. This study analyzed 25 top-selling models and highlighted that Hyundai and Kia vehicles are particularly prone to theft, with rates rising over 1,000% in recent years. In response, Hyundai and Kia entered a $200 million settlement to enhance their vehicles' security features after facing criticism for lacking basic theft prevention technology.
In 2023, the United States experienced a staggering increase in car thefts, with Hyundai and Kia models, notably the Sonata, being particularly vulnerable.
The theft-vulnerability rate for the Hyundai Sonata is a staggering 157 per 10,000 cars, making it the most stolen vehicle, with a theft increase over recent years.
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