Hyundai and Kia to provide free anti-theft repairs following settlement

TL;DR
Hyundai and Kia will offer free repairs to millions of vehicles, including installing engine immobilizers, following a settlement with multiple states over inadequate anti-theft technology that led to a surge in thefts, with repairs expected from 2026 to 2027 and costs potentially exceeding $500 million.
- Hyundai, Kia offering free anti-theft fix after reaching settlement with dozens of states, including Pa., NJ, and Del. 6abc Philadelphia
- Millions of Hyundai and Kia owners can get free repairs from settlement over anti-theft technology CBS News
- Victims of Hyundai, Kia car thefts react to settlement announcement Spectrum News
- Hyundai, Kia agree to retrofit 4 million U.S. vehicles to address theft concerns Automotive News
- Minnesota settles with Hyundai and Kia over stolen car epidemic kare11.com
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