Rise in auto thefts prompt Hyundai to host free software update clinics
Summary
Hyundai owners have endured significant challenges in recent years, with some becoming victims of auto theft at least once. Hyundai Vice President Dave VandeLinde weighed in on what he believes caused the sharp increase. In 2021, thieves were behind several viral videos exposing a flaw in the ignition system and revealing that certain makes and models of Hyundai were missing a common anti-theft device. They are striving to provide upgrades to millions of customers, offering free software updates at clinics nationwide, including in Denver. Several of the theft victims interviewed by CBS News Colorado had their vehicles recovered by police but were either totaled due to body damage or contaminated with drug residue, which rendered them ineligible for software updates.