California Attorney General Rob Bonta and 35 other attorneys general announced a settlement with Kia and Hyundai for selling cars with major security flaws, making them easy to hot wire and steal. The companies sold millions of vehicles lacking industry-standard, anti-theft technology specifically within the ignition. The agreement requires Kia and Hyundai to add anti-theft technology to all future U.S. vehicles. The companies must also provide free ignition updates to eligible current owners and pay restitution to consumers whose cars are stolen or damaged. The number of vehicles affected is about seven million.
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