The automakers have released new software that acts as an immobilizer for cars with a standard key starter, which have proved easy to steal.
with an alarm and one crucial component that the two automakers didn't initially build into the cars: a kill switch. The City of Seattle sued the automakers earlier this year, accusing them of failing to install adequate anti-theft technology, specifically that immobilizer, in the affected vehicles. Kia did not offer the security kit but did join Hyundai in providing steering wheel locks at no cost to any affected owners in partnership with local law enforcement agencies.
Kia said its software would be available in the next few months. Kia owners should visit the Kia Owner's Portal or call 800–333–4542 to see if their vehicle is eligible for the fix. Hyundai has a two-phase release schedule for the new software fix, starting with the 2017-2020 model year Elantra, 2015 to 2019 Sonata, and 2020 and 2021 Venue . Hyundai said this category of its best-selling models includes almost four million vehicles. The fix for these vehicles is available starting today. Software for other affected models will be available in June.
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