Imported Kia and Hyundai sedans topped the list of vehicle thefts in 2023, according to a new report issued by the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB).
The association noted how social media trends likely played a factor in pushing Kia and Hyundai models to occupy six spots, including the top three, on the list of the 10 most stolen vehicles.
Also featured on the list are full-size pickups and additional mid-size cars, including the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Honda Accord, Honda Civic and Ford F150 Series Pickup.
More than 85 percent of passenger vehicles reported stolen were subsequently recovered by law enforcement or other means, with 34 percent recovered within a day of the vehicle being reported stolen, according to the report.
“These rankings highlight the persistent threat of vehicle theft across the country,” said NICB President and CEO David J. Glawe. “NICB works with law enforcement agencies and industry partners to deploy advanced technologies and strategies to combat vehicle theft from organized criminal networks and individuals. Even as we work to deter crime, it is crucial for owners to remain vigilant and take proactive measures to protect their vehicles.”
This report comes after another NICB trend analysis found that a surge in vehicle theft rates in the U.S. that started at the onset of the pandemic continues.
The nation saw another increase this year as vehicle theft claims rose 1 percent from 2022 to 2023.