Sheboygan police warn of surge in Kia and Hyundai thefts

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 2 Nov, 15:37 · Archive

Police in Sheboygan, Wisconsin report an increase in thefts of Kia and Hyundai models made between 2011 and 2022.

The city of Sheboygan and surrounding communities in Wisconsin have seen an increase in thefts involving certain Kia and Hyundai models. Police are warning vehicle owners to remain vigilant, noting that the thefts have occurred previously and are occurring again. Models manufactured between 2011 and 2022 are particularly vulnerable.

Some Kia and Hyundai models are eligible for free anti-theft updates. Owners can contact their dealership to learn whether their vehicle qualifies and arrange installation of the updates.

Last year, Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul and 35 other state attorneys general reached a settlement with Kia and Hyundai over the sale of millions of vehicles nationwide that lacked anti-theft technology. Under the settlement, both manufacturers agreed to offer free hardware fixes for all impacted vehicles. Police advise owners to take additional precautions to protect their vehicles from theft.

How it is being reported

• Sheboygan police warn of increase in Kia, Hyundai theftsModels made between 2011 and 2022 can be vulnerable to theft, police sayWSAW · 2 Nov, 14:48
• Sheboygan police warn of increase in Kia, Hyundai theftsModels made between 2011 and 2022 can be vulnerable to theft, police sayWBAY · 2 Nov, 13:15

In this story: Sheboygan · Kia · Hyundai · Wisconsin · Josh Kaul

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