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With catalytic converter theft as bad as ever, we find out if a lock or alarm might help protect it.

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Car thefts are on the rise across Memphis, and certain Hyundai and Kia vehicles have been a major target for thieves, specifically models without what’s called an “engine immobilizer.” The car makers are offering free, anti-theft repair, but NewsChannel 3 uncovered numbers showing millions of owners have yet to take advantage of […]

CARFAX says millions of Hyundai and Kia owners have still not signed up for a free repair to prevent their vehicles from being stolen.

CARFAX says millions of Hyundai and Kia owners have still not signed up for a free repair to prevent their vehicles from being stolen.

CARFAX says millions of Hyundai and Kia owners have still not signed up for a free repair to prevent their vehicles from being stolen.

CARFAX says millions of Hyundai and Kia owners have still not signed up for a free repair to prevent their vehicles from being stolen.

If you own a Hyundai or Kia with a key ignition built between 2010 and 2021, you may be one of an estimated 502,000 owners of a vehicle still in need of a free security upgrade.

Almost 50,000 of the at-risk vehicles are in San Diego County, according to Carfax

Car dealerships and vehicle database websites are hoping to curb the trend of stolen Hyundai and Kia vehicles.

Hyundai and Kia cars have been a heavy target of theft for a couple of years, and drivers say a new software update still isn't helping.