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Man warns others of viral social media trend, after his car was stolen
NBC6’s Alina Machado shares one man’s warning of a viral social media trend after his car was stolen in Hollywood.
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Man warns others of viral social media trend after his car was stolen
After a viral social media challenge that shows how to steal certain models of Hyundai and Kia vehicles that are not equipped with an engine immobilizer, NBC6 helps a local resident when his car was stolen.
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Hyundai and Kia recall nearly 3.4 million vehicles due to fire risk and urge owners to park outdoors
The recalls cover multiple car and SUV models from the 2010 through 2019 model years including Hyundai’s Santa Fe SUV and Kia’s Sorrento SUV.
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Minivans rate poorly in new crash test
None of the models tested earned a good rating in a front crash test conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
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Kia recalls 320,000 cars over trunk latch issue that could trap people inside
The recall covers the Optima midsize car from 2016 through 2018, Optima hybrids and plug-ins from 2017 and 2018, and the Rio small car from 2016 and 2017.
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Judge declines to approve Hyundai, Kia class-action settlement, calling it inadequate
The proposed settlement in a class-action lawsuit over a surge in Hyundai and Kia vehicle thefts was valued at around $200 million.
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Judge declines to approve Hyundai, Kia class-action settlement, calls proposed remedies inadequate
A federal judge on Wednesday declined to approve a proposed settlement in a class-action lawsuit prompted by a surge in Hyundai and Kia vehicle thefts, saying it fails to provide “fair and adequate” relief to vehicle owners.
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Hyundai and Kia recall nearly 92,000 vehicles, tell owners to park outside due to fire risk
Hyundai and Kia told owners of nearly 92,000 vehicles in the U.S. to park outside because an electronic controller in an oil pump can overheat and cause fires.
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‘Public nuisance': New York sues Hyundai and Kia, alleging their cars are easy to steal
A viral TikTok challenge started in 2021 and spurred a rise in thefts of Hyundai and Kia cars.
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Kia, Hyundai Owners Could See Payouts in New $200M Class-Action Settlement Over Car Thefts
Hyundai and Kia agreed to a $200 million settlement stemming from a class-action lawsuit related to a rash of car thefts inspired by a viral social media challenge on TikTok.
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Thefts Prompt 17 States to Urge Recall of Kia, Hyundai Cars
Attorneys general in 17 states on Thursday urged the federal government to recall millions of Kia and Hyundai cars because they are too easy to steal.
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Hyundai, Kia to Recall 570,000 Vehicles, Warn Drivers of Fire Risk
Hyundai and Kia are telling owners of over 571,000 SUVs and minivans in the U.S. to park them outdoors because the tow hitch harnesses can catch fire while they are parked or being driven. The Korean automakers are recalling the vehicles. Affected Hyundais include the 2019 to 2023 Santa Fe, the 2021 to 2023 Santa Fe Hybrid, the 2022 and...
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Hyundai and Kia Rolling Out Software Update To Combat Thefts Linked to TikTok Challenge
Hyundai and Kia are rolling out software updates to stem a raft of auto thefts related to a TikTok challenge that authorities believe has led to at least 14 reported crashes and eight fatalities.