Attorneys general in 17 states are urging the federal government to issue a recall to combat the rash of thefts involving Kia and Hyundai vehicles.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta, center, flanked by Deputy Attorney General Holly Mariella, left, and Berkeley Police Chief Jennifer Louis, right, speaks during a news conference Thursday, April 20, 2023, in Berkeley, Calif., about the surge insold in the United States over the last decade do not have engine immobilizers, a standard feature on most cars that prevents the engine from starting unless the key is present.
"The bottom line is, Kia's and Hyundai's failure to install standard safety features on many of their vehicles have put vehicle owners and the public at risk," California Attorney General Rob Bonta said in a news release. "Instead of taking responsibility with appropriate corrective action, these carmakers have chosen instead to pass this risk onto consumers and our communities.
Cities like Milwaukee have reported rises in auto thefts, something police say is targeting Kias and Hyundais. Kia said in a statement that it is focused on the issue, "and we continue to take action to address the concerns these attorneys general have raised." Hyundai and Kia announced in February that they would provide software updates for vehicles that require the key to be in the ignition switch to turn the car on.The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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