In response to the increasing thefts of certain models of Hyundai and KIA cars, local law enforcements are offering free steering wheel locks to owners. FOX13
where videos show how to easily steal certain Hyundai's and KIA's using a USB cable. Earlier this year, the city of Seattle filed a complaint in federal court against the makers for failing to install anti-theft technology in some of their cars. by not installing engine immobilizers in many of their vehicles, as well as not issuing recalls for their older models that lack this technology.
The police department will be giving locks on Feb. 28 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. in lobby of Kent City Hall on 220 4th Avenue South and then on March 4 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in front of the Kent Police Department off 4th Avenue. To pick up a lock, drivers will need to bring proof of Kent residency , proof of ownership of either your KIA or Hyundai.
"These will be given out on a first come, first serve basis. When we run out, we will do our best to get more in, but it is not guaranteed," the department said. The police department said it received a limited supply of locks, and anyone who owns a 2021 and older Hyundai model with a key ignition can pick up a free lock. and once confirmed, they will need to bring their registration to Renton City Hall. As of Monday, Renton police said they have not received any locks from KIA.
To get a free lock, owners/lessee must be a Tukwila resident, need a Hyundai or KIA car registration and bring your driver's license. The multi-agency announced last week that it will be locks delivered in the coming weeks. The locks will be available for pickup at:
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