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Hyundai and Kia recall nearly 3.4 million vehicles due to fire risk and urge owners to park outdoors
The recalls cover multiple car and SUV models from the 2010 through 2019 model years including Hyundai’s Santa Fe SUV and Kia’s Sorrento SUV.
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Minivans rate poorly in new crash test
None of the models tested earned a good rating in a front crash test conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
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Kia recalls 320,000 cars over trunk latch issue that could trap people inside
The recall covers the Optima midsize car from 2016 through 2018, Optima hybrids and plug-ins from 2017 and 2018, and the Rio small car from 2016 and 2017.
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Judge declines to approve Hyundai, Kia class-action settlement, calling it inadequate
The proposed settlement in a class-action lawsuit over a surge in Hyundai and Kia vehicle thefts was valued at around $200 million.
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Judge declines to approve Hyundai, Kia class-action settlement, calls proposed remedies inadequate
A federal judge on Wednesday declined to approve a proposed settlement in a class-action lawsuit prompted by a surge in Hyundai and Kia vehicle thefts, saying it fails to provide “fair and adequate” relief to vehicle owners.
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Hyundai and Kia recall nearly 92,000 vehicles, tell owners to park outside due to fire risk
Hyundai and Kia told owners of nearly 92,000 vehicles in the U.S. to park outside because an electronic controller in an oil pump can overheat and cause fires.
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‘Public nuisance': New York sues Hyundai and Kia, alleging their cars are easy to steal
A viral TikTok challenge started in 2021 and spurred a rise in thefts of Hyundai and Kia cars.
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Kia, Hyundai Owners Could See Payouts in New $200M Class-Action Settlement Over Car Thefts
Hyundai and Kia agreed to a $200 million settlement stemming from a class-action lawsuit related to a rash of car thefts inspired by a viral social media challenge on TikTok.
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Fueled by ‘Kia Challenge' Going Viral Online, Car Thefts in NYC Have Surged
Despite multiple warnings from police, and even new software upgrades, Kias and Hyundais continue to be stolen at an alarming rate. The trend started as a social media challenge, and in New York City, one borough in particular is getting hit hard.
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Bronx Suffers Most Stolen Cars in Kia/Hyundai Challenge
Kias and Hyundais continue to be stolen at an alarming rate despite multiple warnings from cops and software upgrades. Marc Santia reports.
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Thefts Prompt 17 States to Urge Recall of Kia, Hyundai Cars
Attorneys general in 17 states on Thursday urged the federal government to recall millions of Kia and Hyundai cars because they are too easy to steal.
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NYC to Sue Hyundai, Kia Over Stunning Vehicle Theft Spikes: What to Know
New York City intends to join ongoing national legal action against car manufacturers Kia and Hyundai over near quadruple-digit percentage point increases in thefts of those vehicles it claims are tied to a missing anti-theft measure in certain models, Mayor Eric Adams announced Friday. Thieves have been breaking ignition covers off Kia and Hyundai vehicles made between 2011 and 2021…
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NYPD Warns Owners to Fix Their Cars as Hyundai, Kia Thefts Tied to TikTok Challenge Soar
New York City has a message for anyone emboldened by a viral TikTok challenge thought to be behind spiking car thefts in the five boroughs and across the country: We’re coming for you. It also has a warning for Kia and Hyundai owners with the affected models: Get a software upgrade. It’s free. Thursday’s joint announcement from Mayor Eric...
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Hyundai, Kia to Recall 570,000 Vehicles, Warn Drivers of Fire Risk
Hyundai and Kia are telling owners of over 571,000 SUVs and minivans in the U.S. to park them outdoors because the tow hitch harnesses can catch fire while they are parked or being driven. The Korean automakers are recalling the vehicles. Affected Hyundais include the 2019 to 2023 Santa Fe, the 2021 to 2023 Santa Fe Hybrid, the 2022 and...
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Hyundai and Kia Rolling Out Software Update To Combat Thefts Linked to TikTok Challenge
Hyundai and Kia are rolling out software updates to stem a raft of auto thefts related to a TikTok challenge that authorities believe has led to at least 14 reported crashes and eight fatalities.
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Insurance Giants Drop Certain Kia, Hyundai Models After TikTok Challenge Sparks Thefts
State Farm and Progressive auto insurance are dropping some coverage on certain Kia and Hyundai models after a TikTok trend showed how to the cars can be stolen without using a key, just a phone USB charger. Lynda Baquero reports.
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Fighting Back Against the Kia Challenge
Car owners are worried as a TikTok challenge, dubbed the Kia Challenge, highlights how to steal specific cars with a USB. Marc Santia reports.